Global Educational Research Journal

The Quality of Working Life in Public Secondary Schools: A Case Study of Rundu Circuit

The study in the Rundu Circuit aimed to assess the quality of working life (QWL) of public secondary school teachers. The research used a qualitative approach, focusing on their sense of security, equity, pride, ownership, autonomy, responsibility, and flexibility. The study involved 22 teachers and 4 out of 5 principals, and used open-ended questionnaires, interviews, and observations. The QWL was found to be influenced by job requirements, work environment, supervisory behaviour, and development opportunities. The study recommends measures to improve QWL, including participative management, better work control, trust, and value for teachers.

Keywords:: Quality of Work Life (QWL), Public Secondary School, Participative Management, Work Environment and Development Opportunities