Colleague

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I’ve recently returned to teaching (3 years out due to work life balance or lack of )
I returned recently and am enjoying it . Generally the school staff are happy and balanced.
However , the other year group teacher I work closely with is lovely but IMO a slave to the job and I’m concerned she expects the same from me and I don’t want to fall in to the trap either .
She is single , I have two kids plus hobbies I enjoy / friends I enjoy seeing etc .
I work hard and get my share done and offer to relieve her of stuff but the digs don’t go unnoticed eg going in over half term , spending loads of money which isn’t reimbursed !
Any tips / advice ?
TIA

I'm in the same boat. I have 2 dc, my 2 colleague are both single. They suggest meetings/ share ideas in our group what's app etc and I cant deal with it as I'm being a mum. I use to really stress about it but I'm now at peace with it. I've shifted my priorities to my dc and I have cut back at work- I literally couldn't do everything for everyone.

When she makes digs, address them every time. Make it clear that holidays are just that- time away from school and that you have no intention of spending your own money for school without reimbursement.

Thanks both for replying .
Yes , I intend to stick to my guns - even if that means not shining the brightest in the eyes of others . I’d rather be getting sloshed at 9 pm on a a Friday night than be replying to emails 😱