Options when hate new job

[Gary24]

Hi all, I needed a safe place to share this. Hope that's ok. I started a new fixed term job this term after 20 years at a previous school. I was so excited and ready for a new challenge.
I hate it. I'm anxious all day every day, I've completely lost my appetite, struggling to sleep, constantly feeling sick and even a bit panicky. Even Saturday morning felt too close to Monday morning!!
I'm usually so positive and I'm control so this has knocked me sideways. What the hell do I do? I hate the idea of letting anyone down, I hate the idea of people talking about me and thinking I'm rubbish but half term seems so far away, let alone July.

Sorry to hear you are finding it so tough at the moment.

Changing schools is stressful as the behaviour management, routines and relationships you previously relied on aren’t there any more.

Can you say a bit more about what you are finding difficult so we can offer more specific advice.

If it is getting too much then please do reach out for real life support as well. Your gp can be a good starting place. Also www.educationsupport.org.uk/get-help/help-for-you/helpline/ and also Samaritans.

It is just a job, you are more important.