‘Workplace Wellbeing’ resources for the early childhood education sector

There has been growing concern about the wellbeing of frontline workers, such as early childhood educators, after the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to a shortfall of 21,000 educators and high attrition levels, the NSW Department of Education has created a useful suite of free, online, research-based Workplace Wellbeing resources. 

1. Information on the physical and psychological wellbeing risks in ECEC; and
2. Case studies on workplace wellbeing, resourcing regional services, and cultural load.

1. Mentally healthy workplaces;
2. Building networks of support;
3. Wellbeing in the workplace; and
4. Presentation resources. 

1. Educators - who have a right to be well in the workplace; 
2. Children - as it impacts their relationships and learning;
3. Families - who receive support, advocacy and advice from educators; 
4. Directors and management - who spend more time and budget recruiting and training educators; and
5. Other educators - who, in turn, have a higher burden of care and increased workloads and documentation.