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Poland labor market and education staffing shortages

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Poland labor market and unemployment trends education staffing shortages

Poland’s labor market is exhibiting mixed signals as of late 2026. While the registered unemployment rate rose slightly to 5.9% in August from 5.8% in July, some sectors show resilience. In Kraków, unemployment remains low at 2.8% alongside rising wages. Furthermore, ManpowerGroup reports that 32% of Polish companies intend to hire new staff by year-end, with a net employment forecast of +18%. Within the technology sector, job offers for AI/ML roles surged by 111% year-on-year, though demand is shifting toward mid- and senior-level specialists rather than junior roles. Regional disparities persist, with the highest unemployment rates in Szydłowiec (22.8%) and Przysucha (18.1%), while Warsaw (1.6%) and Poznań (1.4%) maintain the lowest. Total registered unemployed reached 911,000 by the end of August, an increase of 4,600 from the previous month. Structural challenges remain, particularly regarding the education system and workforce readiness. readiness have intensified. There is a significant shortage of approximately 100,000 educators; Lesław Ordon of NSZZ Solidarność educators, with the 2026 Profession Barometer indicating candidate deficits in 179 counties. Agnieszka Kownacka from the District Labor Office in Poznań noted that a major portion education sector job offers currently account for 50 percent of these vacancies affects all postings submitted to her office. Staffing issues are particularly acute for preschool teachers. Unlike school teachers, preschool educators who face more limited opportunities for additional earnings compared to school teachers despite having a higher teaching load. This crisis has also increased the demand for specialized HR professionals capable of navigating the Teacher's Charter and specific educational regulations. These staffing issues coincide with concerns over skill gaps, as an InterviewMe report indicates nearly 60% of Poles believe the school system fails to adequately prepare students with the practical skills required for the labor market.

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