Fixing the 'leaky bucket' with a wellbeing strategy

Fixing the 'leaky bucket' with a wellbeing strategy

Improving the drivers of workplace wellbeing improves the sustainability of the workforce.

Two years on from Education Support’s teacher retention commission, the issue remains urgent. Despite some positive policy developments, efforts to improve teacher retention are fragmented and slow. A coherent strategy is needed to address the scale and complexity of the challenge.

Teacher retention is crucial for educational quality and equity, and is not just a workforce issue.

Retaining talented teachers must be the foundation
of breaking down barriers to opportunity for children and young people.

The evidence shows that teachers and leaders are not well, highlighting the need for a wellbeing strategy to improve retention.

Author summary: Improve workplace wellbeing to sustain workforce.

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