Analysis: Constrained Work? Job enrichment & employee engagement in low wage, low skill jobs

This paper looks at how enriching low paid jobs will lead to employee engagement and increased productivity.

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This paper discusses the tensions between constrained work (characterised by high intensity, low control and low skill employment) and organisations requiring high quality work and cultures of engagement. It argues that enriching jobs will develop engagement and boost productivity – even in low skilled jobs – and this needs to be a priority for sustainable economic growth in the UK. In particular, the paper provides recommendations for employers who aim to improve the level of employee engagement in their organisation.