At the chalk face: Why we left teaching

Are you thinking of leaving teaching this year? This is our story.In this honest and personal episode of At the Chalk Face, Craig and Dave share the story of why they eventually stepped away from full-time teaching after years in the profession. From leadership responsibilities and workload pressures to mental health, career progression, and finding a new path in education, this is a candid conversation about the realities many teachers face.Craig reflects on the stress and burnout that led him to leave the classroom, while Dave discusses the career crossroads that made him rethink his future in school leadership. Together, they explore the challenges of modern teaching, the importance of wellbeing, and why they still remain deeply connected to education despite no longer being full-time teachers.Whether you're considering a career change, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of teaching, or simply interested in hearing the journey behind Craig'n'Dave, this episode offers a thoughtful and relatable discussion.💬 We'd love to hear from you. Have you ever considered leaving teaching? What are the biggest challenges facing educators today? Share your thoughts in the comments below.👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more conversations from At the Chalk Face.🔗 More from us:Website & resources – Craigndave.orgSmart Revise – smartrevise.online#Teaching #TeacherLife #Education #TeacherWellbeing #Burnout #SchoolLeadership #TeachingCareer #MentalHealth #EducationPodcast #AtTheChalkFace #ComputingTeacher #ComputerScienceTeacher #TeamCompSci #CraignDave #TeacherSupport #EducationCommunity #TeacherBurnout #TeachingJourney #UKTeachers #TeacherStories