The minister for Employment and Human Resource Planning, Ms Idith Alexander, is continuing her routine workplace visits across the country, engaging with employees and employers in various sectors. These visits aim to emphasise compliance with labour laws while offering support and guidance.

She recently toured the International School Seychelles in Mont Fleuri to observe first-hand the working conditions of staff at the institution. The school has recently faced numerous complaints regarding staff welfare.

Minister Alexander was accompanied by the Minister for Education and Human Resource Development, Mr. David Pierre, whose ministry oversees the delivery of quality educational services in line with national standards.

The delegation first met with teaching and non-teaching staff, who voiced several concerns affecting their performance. Key issues raised included salary disparities between local and expatriate workers, an unfair appraisal system, poor communication with management, staff shortages, and the lack of regular staff meetings. Employees also highlighted the need for more training opportunities and greater recognition of teachers in private schools at the national level.

Minister Alexander reminded staff of the importance of thoroughly reviewing employment contracts before signing, to fully understand conditions, rights, responsibilities, and duties - rather than focusing solely on salary.

Following the staff meeting, the ministers held discussions with the school’s management and board members to address the concerns raised and explore possible solutions.

Minister Alexander emphasised that such visits are crucial in helping organizations implement measures that uphold labour laws. She added that open dialogue with employees and employers guides the Ministry in formulating policies to address employment-related issues nationally.