I've been teaching for 26 years, 21 at the same primary school.
Rarely off sick, performance always good. I'm 53. Top of the pay scale UPS3.
I was diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2021, went back to work on a phased return April 2022 after my treatment ended covering classes and then began teaching again fulltime in Year 2 in September. Loving being back with a class, total joy and feeling so fulfilled. It's been tiring but I've enjoyed the challenge.
Since having covid in April I've struggled with my asthma and had 2 days off in September as I picked up a bug. I then had 5 days off in early November as I had an asthma attack and was admitted to hospital.
On returning to work on Monday my headteacher informed me (no discussion) that he had decided to take me out of Year 2 and wanted to help my 'well-being' by taking the pressure off. I don't feel under pressure, I've just got asthma that needs to be controlled (which is now is).
I am totally devastated by his decision. Returning back to the classroom is what kept me going through chemo, it's my normal and I craved to return to it. He has taken this away from me.
I'll be covering PPA and supporting small groups, I'm going to be bored senseless.
He has handled this is a very authoritarian way with no actual thought for what I want. I feel totally sidelined and my self esteem is Rick bottom. What ever he wanted to achieve, he has done the total opposite.
Just wish I was brave enough to rock the boat and talk to my union and governors.