The Adventures After Teaching Podcast

Turning a ‘Pie in the Sky’ Dream into a Reality


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“I do love teaching … but I do not like the system.”

Primary Teacher and Outdoor Learning Lead, Pauline was struggling with serious burnout. She tried a change of key stage and reduced hours but continued to feel like teaching was “just not the same anymore.”

Pauline’s new adventure started with an idea … gardening! Over the last year, she has turned this passion for outdoor learning into an everyday reality. Now a Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) Practitioner, she combines part-time charity work with growing her own business, connecting both children and adults with nature to support their wellbeing and learning. 

We also explore: 

  • Accepting “it’s not me”
  • Recognising the need for rest (getting signed-off sick)
  • Embracing semi-retirement
  • Doors opening through volunteering work
  • Connecting with others again after experiencing burnout
  • Enjoying a more relaxed and flexible working environment 
  • Working with vulnerable groups
  • Where to look if you’re interested in similar opportunities
  • ‘Thinking big’ to build a business with love
  • What success might look like

 

Links and Resources
 

1. Visit Pauline's LinkedIn profile

2. Explore Thrive training

If you're looking for step-by-step support to find and secure a new job or start your own business, check out the Adventures After Teaching Academy which will help you successfully leave the classroom! 

Thinking about leaving teaching? Sign up for our new free webinar 💛 Leaving teaching in 2026 for your roadmap to leaving the classroom next year - delivered straight to your inbox on 27th December.

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