Resources for colleagues experiencing professional precarity

Resource Collection for Colleagues Experiencing Professional Precarity

This collection provides resources for those experiencing, or at risk of, job precarity. The first four sections are intended for individuals, while the final section is aimed more at EAP departments or units and offers examples and guidance for to help mitigate the impact of current financial cuts.

Resources for Individuals

Redundancy, Pensions, and Finance:

Find guidance on the implications of redundancy or voluntary severance as well as on your financial situation after job loss, including steps you can take to secure your financial future.

Upskilling and Training:

Explore examples of possible short, and in some cases free, online courses which could enhance your future job prospects.

Wellbeing and Mentoring:

As job loss can take a toll on your wellbeing, this section provides resources to help you process your feelings. It also includes a form to enable access to a mentor – mentee scheme which can connect you with supportive peers willing to listen and offer guidance.

Keeping up to date:

Maintaining professional networks and staying engaged with research can be challenging without an institutional affiliation. These resources offer suggestions for staying mentally stimulated and connected with your peers.

Resources for Institutions

This section features case studies, data, and examples of how other EAP departments are responding to the financial cuts. EAP departments or units can use these materials to inform their own strategies and strengthen negotiations against further reductions.