Read our key findings on workplace wellbeing
Whether we were furloughed, switched to remote working, or continued working on site and were exposed to greater risks, we’ve all had to get used to unfamiliar circumstances in the last 2 years.
Our recent survey asked employees how these changes have affected their mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Read some of our findings on the next page.
We surveyed over 42,000 staff from 114 organisations across the UK taking part in our Workplace Wellbeing Index in 2020/21.
Furlough and remote working affected us in different ways depending on what aspect of wellbeing we look at.
However, the most important factor was how well the organisation supported their staff’s wellbeing, regardless of where or how often those staff were working.
It is therefore important that employers:
41% said their mental health got worse during the pandemic. But those who worked on site and felt supported by their employer were least likely to report worsening mental health.
77% of staff who did not feel supported by their employer said their job satisfaction got worse compared to 23% of staff who felt supported by their employer.
41% found it difficult to stay motivated during the pandemic, with remote workers finding it more difficult than those who worked on site.
41% worked more hours than usual during the pandemic with people working from home reporting working more hours than those working on site.
Fewer hours were worked on average by those with managers who role modelled working sensible hours.
44% who received mental health training felt more confident to look after their own mental health during the pandemic, regardless of furlough or change in work location.
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