Hi everyone. I am doing Teach First and I am really struggling at the moment. Due to circumstances, I didn't get much of a break last half term and I have just discovered I have seriously fucked up by teaching an exam class the wrong stuff for half a term. I am just so, so tired, and every time I speak to someone or have a meeting, there is more work to do. I don't know when to do it and because I am so tired I can't do it properly. I really want a break to rest up but I don't have the time. In fact, it looks like I am going to have to give up my one free day at the weekend and work more over the next few weeks, instead of less. I was given extra support earlier in the year because I wasn't coping well, and I am worried concerns are going to be raised again. I don't want to quit, but surely this kind of workload is unsustainable? I am so grumpy and the kids are feeling it so behaviour is crap to boot. I am at a low at the moment and would appreciate kind words from people who've been there but don't work with me, as I feel I need to put a brave face on so they don't think I am about to crack and cry in class or quit.
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