The vast majority of UK office workers are not afraid of being fired, according to an online poll conducted by administrative personnel recruiter OfficeTeam.

More than 300 people took part in the poll, which found that 89% per cent of those questioned never really worry about being fired because they feel they are good at what they do and that their bosses could not cope without them.

Only 2% of those surveyed worried about being fired every day.

The online poll was inspired by the BBC2 hit TV show 'The Apprentice' in which Sir Alan Sugar says the infamous words "You're Fired" to a different contestant each week.

Jo Stuteley, a regional manager for OfficeTeam, said: “I think the reason the poll produced these results is due to the fact that people like to think they are good at what they do and employers in recent years have realised the benefits of both reassuring their staff of their job security and praising achievement within the workplace.

“This has subsequently left the UK workforce, with the possible exception of those working for Sir Alan, feeling more content and secure in their jobs.”