Helping educators to flourish
Moving beyond quick fixes towards whole staff wellbeing
I work with school leaders and their teams to change how staff experience their work. If you are reading this, you and your staff are likely exhausted, rates of sickness absence are high, and good people are leaving.
I can help you build an effective approach to wellbeing that addresses the working conditions of staff and leaders, creating a culture of engagement instead of burnout.
The teaching profession is in crisis
The teaching profession is in crisis
When educators thrive, students thrive too
Educator wellbeing is closely linked to job performance. Schools need approaches that go beyond quick fixes and address the everyday conditions that shape whether people can do their best work.
I can help you maximise your own wellbeing, or the wellbeing of colleagues across your school, through evidence-based and practical support.
Take the first step today
The Simple Guide to Workplace Wellbeing for Schools and Their Staff
Sign up for this free introductory booklet if you want a clearer starting point for staff wellbeing work in your school.
Want to know more?
The best place to start is a short conversation
I can understand your school context and your needs. There is no obligation, and I will be honest about whether I am the right fit for what you need.
Following this I will send a proposal with options for you to choose from and full costings.
Four ways we can work together
Practical support for leaders, staff, and whole-school culture
Deep work that changes culture
Work with Schools
Whole-school consultancy and commissioned workshops for senior leaders, middle leaders and staff. Designed for schools ready to move beyond isolated wellbeing initiatives and address the working conditions that shape staff experience.
Explore school supportMake leadership sustainable
Coaching
Confidential one-to-one and team coaching for school leaders who want to be better leaders while making the job more sustainable for themselves and those they lead.
Explore coachingEvidence-based and practical
Keynotes
Keynotes and conference sessions on staff and leader wellbeing, burnout prevention, and positive workplace culture in schools. Built around research, school experience, and practical next steps.
Explore keynotesLive online learning
Live Online Workshops
Online workshops you can sign up for as an individual. Places are capped so there is room for a real conversation, not just a webinar broadcast.
Ask about workshops
About me
Helen Kelly
I led international schools for fifteen years across Asia and Europe before stepping away in 2020 after my own burnout. Before education, I spent ten years as a workplace health and safety lawyer.
I am the author of School Leaders Matter: Preventing Burnout, Managing Stress and Improving Wellbeing, and I have spent more than a decade researching educator wellbeing. I am currently writing a second book, Self-Help for School Leaders.
What clients say
Trusted by schools and leaders internationally
“Working with Dr. Kelly has been an absolute pleasure. Her expertise and guidance were instrumental in helping us shift our focus towards building a thriving community with intention.”
Assistant Principal, independent school, Canada
“Helen Kelly is a real expert in the field of staff wellbeing. She has led training for us in this area which was very highly regarded by staff. She is an engaging and well-informed speaker. Her presentation was backed up by research and evidence. Following the session, I had several staff come and ask if we can do more work with Helen.”
Director of Professional Development, international school, Singapore
“So much of what Dr Kelly refers to is relatable due to her extensive experience in schools, both internationally and locally. There was an incredible buzz among the staff following our training day and Dr Kelly has helped us to channel our commitment towards staff well-being in a more meaningful and strategic way.”
Headteacher, London, UK