Returned to work after 18 months hurrah! OH support and interview.

[F1zz]

This week I completed my first week back in the classroom and it felt good. Yes I was in bed my 8pm most nights but I could feel my old self returning. I left the profession after years of struggling with my health and thinking it was the job only to find out it wasn't. Six months into treatment I feel so much better, not as I was, but positive I can do this. I had to have an OH interview and I anxious about this but I was so pleased and surprised by their knowledge and support it has given me even more confidence. Thank you to all the support on here. Its only been a week so early days and I know I'm just at the beginning of this journey but hopefully I've made a positive step. Hope this helps someone who is feeling a little lost, like I was xxx

[Lupiknits]

Well done! Teaching is incredibly exhausting, even if you’re well. I hope this works out: it must feel great to be back to it x

[Salzer]

Great news F1zz. Fantastic to be able to get back to the job you love. And great to have support and understanding from OH. Very inspiring 😁

[EOLHPC]

😍💐👏👏👏👏👏❤️🍀❤️🍀❤️

[Crazy_Cat_Woman]

I am so happy for you! I have been off work for the past 18 months too and would dearly love to go back. I’m just not well enough yet, unfortunately. I hope everything goes well for you...remember to go take things slowly and look after yourself. Lots of hugs xxxx

[Roarah]

This is the best post I have read to date! Congrats on a positive return to work! I find I feel better when I get back to life as normal rather than taking it too easy after illness. I hope you enjoy continued good health!

[F1zz]

Thanks everyone and sending so much love to those who aren't there yet x

[svfarmer]

That’s amazing - so pleased for you - I haven’t been able to work for the last 3 years but enjoy my time at home with my little dog 🐶 xx

[F1zz in reply to svfarmer]

I spent 18 months with my two pooches and got my first pooch when I was poorly. Therapy dogs are fab xx

[svfarmer in reply to F1zz]

They sure are xx

[Hamptons]

Well done, remember to take your vitamins so you don’t catch every bug going. Look into Access for Work as well as it can help your employer support you.