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Introduction: About this sectionCommon mental health problems arise from life events as well as the pressure of work – and this is as true for teachers as it is for anyone else. Bereavements, divorces, financial difficulties, family history and personal characteristics can trigger mental health problems. Continue Reading Recognising the problemStatistically, sickness absence by teachers compares favourably with other parts of the public sector. Although there is no analysis of the underlying types of illness that lead to sickness absence, we know from reviewing literature that, as in other professions, depression and anxiety feature prominently. Continue Reading Applying the Disability Discrimination ActThere is a common perception that the Disability Discrimination Act refers only to physical disability. But the Act also provides for mental health conditions that prevent a person from carrying out their normal work. Continue Reading Complying with Health and Safety RegulationAll employers have a general duty of care under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure the health, safety and welfare of their employees so far as is reasonably practicable. Continue Reading Advicefor employers, managers, governing bodies, staff and othersEmployers may be the local authority, governing body or other agency depending on the type of school. They have a legal responsibility to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all their employees. Continue Reading |
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