"During more than 3 decades in education, I experienced first-hand the challenges faced by school staff. Ever-Increasing workloads, growing responsibilities, Ofsted, and the changing demands of society made building cultures of staff wellbeing essential. During the last 15 years, I have applied my experience to building cultures of staff wellbeing to the business community.

"I created We Work Well to provide practical, evidence-informed support that goes beyond one-off initiatives. We Work Well is designed to help businesses to build healthier workplaces where staff feel valued, supported, and equipped to thrive.

"From the age of 14 and during my teaching career of 36 years, I suffered from episodes of depression. In 2008, during a 3-month stay in hospital, I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type 2. Fortunately, after trialling a combination of medication, I found one that worked and this medication has become part of my daily life. I use this personal experience of mental ill-health to support employees who are facing their own challenges.

"Today, We Work Well partners with businesses to deliver accredited First Aid for Mental Health training, provide staff wellbeing reviews, support business leaders, and create resources that promote lasting wellbeing cultural change."

Steve is a qualified workplace wellbeing trainer, coach, First Aid for Mental Health Instructor and Counsellor. He has four adult children, is based in the Content Studio, White Tower, Media City, Salford, and lives in Manchester.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/steve-waters-teach-well-toolkit