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Heatwave: your rights, our interventions

Guides

The guidance page by SNES-FSU addressing the impact of extreme heat on working conditions in French schools can serve as inspiration to other organisations when their schools experience similar extreme weather conditions. It outlines the rights of education staff during heatwaves, including adjustments to working hours, access to drinking water, and the possibility of exercising alert and withdrawal rights in unsafe conditions. The page also highlights SNES-FSU’s advocacy efforts with the Ministry of Education, pushing for flexible exam schedules and better protection for vulnerable staff. It emphasizes the need for long-term investment in school infrastructure to adapt to climate change and ensure safe working environments.

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Publisher
Syndicat national des enseignements de second degré (SNES-FSU)
Country
France
Year of publication
2025
Region
Europe
Topics
Climate change Physical health Working conditions
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Resource type
Online ressource

Better understanding and action for workers with endometriosis

Guides

The guide aims to support women suffering from endometriosis in the workplace. It provides detailed information on the challenges these women face and offers practical solutions for employers and managers. The guide includes recommendations such as additional leave days, flexible teleworking options, and creating a restful environment at work. It also emphasizes the importance of collective bargaining to improve working conditions and highlights the need for awareness and understanding of endometriosis among all workplace stakeholders.

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Publisher
Union nationale des syndicats autonomes - Education
Country
France
Year of publication
2024
Region
Europe
Topics
Women’s psychological and physical health
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Resource type
Web page

Guiding victims of workplace accidents and their families

Guides

The guide aims to support victims of workplace accidents and their families. It provides comprehensive information on the steps to take and rights available following an accident. The guide includes ten detailed fact sheets covering topics such as defining a workplace accident, the consequences for employment contracts, preparing for a return to work, and obtaining compensation. It also addresses the involvement of various actors, the role of the criminal judge, and support for families in case of a fatal accident.

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Publisher
Union nationale des syndicats autonomes - Education Direction Générale du Travail (DGT)
Country
France
Year of publication
2024
Region
Europe
Topics
Safety Working conditions
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders Researchers
Resource type
Web page

Suffering at work: an underestimated issue?

Policy briefs and Policies

The article discusses the significant issue of workplace suffering, highlighting that 43% of workers report experiencing some form of suffering, with 7% facing severe distress. It emphasizes the urgent need for organizations to address physical and psychosocial risks, and calls for the recognition of work-related mental illnesses as occupational diseases. The UNSA stresses the importance of better information for workers about their rights and the necessity for companies to create healthier and safer working environments.

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Publisher
Union nationale des syndicats autonomes - Education
Country
France
Year of publication
2024
Region
Europe
Topics
Mental health Physical health Safety Violence and harassment
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Web page

International barometer of education staff (I-BEST 2023)

Research

An analysis of the working conditions, health, and well-being of education personnel across various countries. Conducted biennially since 2021, the survey includes data from over 26,000 participants, covering aspects such as sociodemographic profiles, working hours, school environment, relationships at work, violence and security, physical environment, work-life balance, health indicators, and the use of digital tools.

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Publisher
Education and Solidarity Network (ESN) Foundation for Public Health
Country
Argentina Belgium Cameroon Canada France Japan Morocco Spain Switzerland United Kingdom
Year of publication
2023
Topics
Cross-cutting resource
Available in
English French Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Level of education
Early childhood education Primary education Secondary education
Specific communities
Early-stage career Women
Resource type
Downloadable file

Presentation of results to the media – UNSA barometer of education professions 2021

Research

The 2021 UNSA Education Barometer reveals the challenges faced by education professionals in France, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a high level of job satisfaction and a sense of purpose among educators, the survey highlights a persistent lack of respect and recognition, with 66% of respondents feeling undervalued. The barometer also underscores the need for improved working conditions, better health support, and enhanced training.

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Publisher
Union nationale des syndicats autonomes - Education
Country
France
Year of publication
2021
Region
Europe
Topics
Job satisfaction Pandemics and epidemics Physical health
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel
Resource type
Web page

International barometer on education personnel’s health and well-being - International report 2021

Research

The report of the first edition of the International Barometer offers an overview of the health and well-being of education personnel, highlighting their working conditions, professional environment, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses factors such as organizational and motivational aspects, school climate, physical environment, work-life balance, and the prevalence of violence and security issues at work. The report also identifies the training needs, support systems, and social protection measures required by education personnel to improve their overall health and well-being.

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Publisher
Education and Solidarity Network (ESN) Foundation for Public Health
Country
Belgium Canada France Gambia Mexico Morocco
Year of publication
2021
Topics
Cross-cutting resource Mental health Physical health Resources and conditions Working conditions
Available in
English French Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Downloadable file

Teachers' health today and tomorrow

Webinar and conference recordings

The webnar discusses the health of teachers in France. It focuses on the challenges they faced in 2020 due to the health crisis and other stressors. It reviews scientific data on teachers' health and offers several support mechanisms.

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Publisher
UNESCO
Country
France
Year of publication
2020
Region
Europe
Topics
Pandemics and epidemics Physical health
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers
Resource type
Video

School support staff: Education includes them too

Opinion/commentary

The interview explores the challenges and recognition of education support personnel, highlighting differences between France and Quebec. Key issues include professional recognition, working conditions, and the role of unions in advocating for these personnel. The interview underscores the importance of acknowledging the diverse roles and contributions of ESP in the educational system.

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Publisher
Education and Solidarity Network (ESN)
Country
Canada France
Year of publication
2019
Region
North America and the Caribbean Europe
Topics
Physical health Violence and harassment Women’s psychological and physical health
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Education support personnel
Resource type
Downloadable file

Report of the survey panorama focus sante - 2018

Research

The report provides an overview of the health and well-being of education personnel in 15 French-speaking countries. Based on surveys and interviews conducted in 2018, the report highlights key issues such as access to healthcare, working conditions, and the role of trade unions in promoting health awareness. The findings aim to inform and inspire actions to improve the well-being of education professionals globally.

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Publisher
Syndical Francophone de l’Éducation et de la Formation (CSFEF) Education and Solidarity Network (ESN)
Country
Mauritius Romania Senegal Switzerland Tunisia Lebanon Belgium Benin Burkina Faso Canada Cape Verde Chad Congo France Guinea
Year of publication
2018
Topics
Physical health Working conditions Workload
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Resource type
Downloadable file