The Personal Well-being of Staff

The Personal Well-being of Staff

Our world is changing. Businesses are no longer solely focused on profits; many are increasingly aware of their impact on the planet and their employees. The focus is shifting towards more sustainable practices. While many understand sustainability in terms of recycling, reducing pollution, and minimising carbon footprints, fewer consider what it means for their staff.

A sustainable business should also prioritise the personal well-being of its employees. For years, Fair Trade has promoted fair practices, and now many businesses are seeking ways to enhance the well-being of their staff and customers. This shift is positive, especially considering that research shows 58% of the world's population spends one-third of their lives at work. That's a significant amount of time to spend in an environment that doesn't contribute to your well-being. Employees are increasingly aware of this and now expect more from their employers than just being paid. To remain competitive, employers must stay attuned to their employees' concerns. This is especially crucial in the early years industry, where recruiting and retaining qualified, high-quality staff can be challenging.

A happy workforce is a more productive workforce, so read on for some tips and strategies to keep your business in the know.

What is well-being?

Many factors can affect someone’s well-being such as:

  • Personal circumstances
  • Mental and physical health
  • Relationships
  • Family situation
  • Career
  • Finances

As an employer, you cannot fix someone’s challenges and that would not be your remit either. However, when it comes to the person being at work, some things can affect an employee’s well-being that you can affect. These are things like:

  • Relationships within the work environment
  • Workload
  • Morale
  • Team dynamics
  • Burden of personal or shared responsibilities
  • Environment
  • Schedules and working patterns


Click here to download the full guide to discover the ways you can nurture staff well-being in your setting!

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