Did you know how important building a sense of belonging is for staff?
In a recent research project 'Place and Belonging in School: why it matters today' commissioned by the NEU, the following findings were identified:
✅ Schools that foster a strong sense of belonging have far greater staff retention rates.
✅ Teachers who feel they belong are more likely to stay in their roles, with one teacher stating: "you commit and know you have a future and that encourages you to be yourself and to innovate".
✅ Teachers who feel they can make a difference and have a strong sense of personal and professional agency in their school are more likely to experience belonging.
✅ A shared language of belonging in schools, not only for students but also for staff, contributes to a positive school culture.
When staff feel they belong:
✅ They can be more creative, innovative, and confident.
✅ They feel respected and accepted.
✅ They stay longer in an organisation and make more of a contribution.
✅ They have a sense of well-being and agency.
✅ They feel more involved and committed to their job.
🤔 Do you feel like you belong in your workplace?
🤔 Leaders, how do you build belonging?
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