Nearly two in three of all public workers are choosing not to move from their current job, according to research from professional recruiter Badenoch & Clark.

The research shows almost a third (31%) claim they are happy in their job.

While more than one in six (14.9%) respondents from the survey of 1,000 employees remain attracted to the public sector because of the benefits offered - including pensions, 41% claim that the length of time they have stayed in their role makes them reluctant to make the change and leave.

Meanwhile, making a difference is the prime motivator for 38.3% of people to stay in the public sector.

Badenoch & Clark managing director Nicola Linkleter says: “Given the unprecedented level of change in the public sector over the past six months, these findings highlight the continued sense of belonging felt by many within the sector.

“Employers in the public sector must ensure this sentiment is supported and nurtured as change occurs and morale remains low; acknowledging employees’ expertise and commitment to the role. Now is the time to identify and reward top talent within the organisation so to retain key employees and attract future external talent as the public sector repositions itself.”