Julie Liddell is the tour de force that heads up Still Human, an organisation that supports the wellbeing of staff in education. She came into the office for a, much requested, in person presentation, and energised our Operational Business Partners and Finance Business Partners. There was such positive feedback from them that the Trust decided to open up this up to the wider Ebor staff.
Still Human was started by Julie herself – a psychology teacher and wellbeing facilitator with over 25 years of experience.
“Investing in staff wellbeing is one of the most important things a school can do.”
Julie has seen first-hand the amazing impact educators can have on schools, students and the wider community. But she also fully understands the pressures they face, and how the demanding nature of working in schools can often affect individual wellbeing. Armed with the knowledge that even the smallest changes can significantly enhance overall wellbeing, Julie worked with staff in education to help them carve out a little more time to focus on themselves. Using psychological theory to influence behavioural change and mindfulness to enhance calm, focus and positive action. Throughout her career, the most common reaction to Julie’s teachings was, “Everyone should know this stuff!” Julie agreed. And so, with her students’ words ringing in her ears, she set out to support staff within the education profession on a full-time basis. Still Human was born.
“The session was as fantastic the second time as it was the first. Julie has a real talent and I could listen to her all day long.”
Pete Scott – Finance Business Manager, Ebor
Pictured here: Julie with Operational Business Partners, Ness Botterill and Laura Exton
