Step into a Thriving Workplace

We are dedicated to creating thriving workplaces where wellbeing is central and potential is fully realised.

Our founder, Amanda Anderson, brings over 20 years of experience in education and senior leadership, providing us with unique insights into high-pressure environments. We understand that wellbeing is a crucial, yet often overlooked, element of success. That’s why we focus on four key pillars to support your organisation:

1] Supportive Culture: We help build a positive and engaging environment, strengthening staff connections and enhancing overall morale.

2] Workload & Time Management: Our tailored solutions streamline tasks and reduce stress, ensuring effective and efficient operation.

3] Stress & Anxiety Management: We offer strategies to manage stress and minimise presenteeism, keeping your team fully present and productive.

4] Work-Life Balance: We work with you to create policies and practices that improve job satisfaction, prevent burnout, and boost retention.

As your strategic consultancy partner, we offer bespoke solutions designed to lighten your workload and develop a comprehensive attendance and wellbeing strategy. Our aim is to transform your team into a high-performance force, propelling your organisation toward excellence.

Join us on a transformative journey where every step is designed to foster a thriving, high-performance workplace.

Empathy

Creating a safe space that acknowledges challenges and encourages individual development

Empowerment

Fostering self-belief, enabling ownership of personal and professional development

Growth

Welcoming lifelong learning and continuous self-improvement

Respect

Embracing diversity and prioritising trust and confidentiality

Responsibility

Promoting accountability in actions, choices, and goals for excellent results and impactful services

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Founder

Amanda Anderson is the founder of People First, bringing over 20 years of experience in the education sector, including more than a decade in senior leadership roles. Her career as a deputy headteacher in a large secondary school equipped her with extensive expertise in supporting staff wellbeing and attendance, particularly during the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19.

Amanda is deeply committed to enhancing the wellbeing of educational professionals. She specialises in coaching middle and senior leaders, offering real-time insights into the unique pressures and challenges they face in today’s educational landscape. Her hands-on experience allows her to understand the complexities of school environments, making her an invaluable partner in creating tailored solutions that address specific educational challenges.

Under Amanda’s leadership, People First helps schools across the UK improve staff attendance, boost morale, and foster positive, resilient school cultures. By focusing on the wellbeing of educators and now extending this expertise to other sectors, Amanda ensures that organisations are not only places of productivity but thriving communities where both staff and stakeholders can excel.

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What makes our clients choose us?

Our “People First” approach is central to our service. We tailor our wellbeing solutions to fit your organisation’s needs, culture and daily operations. This customisation avoids the limitations of generic workplace wellbeing programmes. Our dedicated team collaborates closely with your staff to understand their unique requirements, fostering a tailored, holistic approach that prioritises individual and collective wellbeing.

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Where potential knows no limits

We are passionate about unlocking people’s potential and enabling teams and businesses to thrive through positive relationships. Our ambition is to create fearless workplaces where potential has no limits and individuals have outstanding wellbeing while achieving their personal best.

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Our commitment to positive change

At People First, we empower individuals to make a positive impact in their workplace. From personalised support for employees to guidance for leaders, we build a culture of empowerment and positivity. Together, let’s create meaningful change.

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