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A lack of well-being at work often leads to a decline in physical health, with common symptoms including sleep disturbances, voice disorders, headaches, exhaustion, fatigue, and muscular tension. These physical effects not only reduce energy and productivity but also contribute to emotional strain and burnout, making it harder for educators to engage effectively with students and colleagues.

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Overall workload of teaching staff

Research

The research provides an in-depth analysis of the overall workload experienced by private school teachers in Argentina. It examines the physical, mental, and psychosocial demands placed on educators both during and outside school hours, highlighting how these pressures affect their health and well-being. The report reveals that many teachers face extended workdays, emotional strain, and a lack of resources to manage classroom challenges, with women disproportionately affected due to additional domestic responsibilities.

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Publisher
Sindicato Argentino de Docentes Privados (SADOP)
Country
Argentina
Year of publication
2012
Region
Latin America
Topics
Mental health Physical health Working conditions Workload
Available in
Spanish, Castilian
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Resource type
Downloadable file

Guide for the prevention and intervention against violence toward education staff

Guides

The resource aimed at addressing violence in educational settings, the guide provides definitions, identifies various forms of violence, and explores their causes and consequences. It offers practical strategies for prevention and intervention, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe and supportive work environment for all educational staff. The guide also outlines the legal rights and obligations related to workplace health and safety, and highlights the role of unions in supporting victims and witnesses of violence.

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Publisher
Centrale des syndicats du Québec (CSQ) Centre de recherche et d’intervention sur la réussite scolaire (CRIRES) Observatoire canadien pour la prévention de la violence à l’école (OCPVE) Groupe de recherche et d’intervention sur l’adaptation psychosociale et scolaire, UQTR (GRIAPS)
Country
Canada
Year of publication
2012
Region
North America and the Caribbean
Topics
Mental health Physical health Safety Violence and harassment
Available in
French
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders Union representatives
Resource type
Downloadable file

Questions and answers: Violence and threats of violence

Fact sheets

"Spørsmål og svar: Vold og trusler om vold": The page from the union Utdanningsforbundet provides information on violence and threats in the workplace. It defines various types of violence, including physical, psychological, and sexual, and outlines the responsibilities of employers to assess risks, provide necessary training, and implement preventive measures.

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Publisher
Union of Education Norway (UEN)
Country
Norway
Region
Europe
Topics
Physical health Safety Violence and harassment
Available in
Norwegian
Categories of staff
Teachers Education support personnel School leaders
Resource type
Web page