Dinâmica do aconselhamento para o pessoal em processo de reforma/aposentação na Escola Primária do Alto-Maé (2022-2023)

Abstract

The aim of this study was to understand the dynamics of counselling for staff undergoing retirement at the Alto-Maé Primary School between 2022-2023. To carry out this research, a qualitative approach was adopted, involving semi-structured interviews with a total of 10 individuals, including 9 staff members in the process of retirement and the School Director. The data were analysed using content analysis techniques. The results indicate the absence of a structured psychological counselling programme for staff undergoing retirement. The approach is limited to administrative communication, without emotional support or preparations such as workshops. This gap hinders adaptation, leaving professionals vulnerable and disoriented. The findings show that Alto-Maé Primary School lacks initiatives to support retiring staff, focusing only on administrative matters and neglecting emotional support. The absence of internal actions exacerbates difficulties in adaptation, financial uncertainties, and the retirement process highlighted the ageing workforce, with many professionals planning to maintain an active routine and seek new sources of income. Additionally, quality of life in retirement was seen as the need for a balance between well-being, dignity, personal happiness, and financial stability. Regarding improvements in the psychological counselling process, participants suggest including psychologists in the Ministry's package and creating educational programmes about retirement