All Healthcare and wellbeing articles – Page 31
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OpinionDawn Moore: How can reward and benefits contribute to happiness at work?
It has long been recognised that reward and benefits, as part of an overall employee experience, are a key part of happiness at work. A good reward and benefits package demonstrates that an organisation cares for its employees, particularly where it is clear that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach ...
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OpinionNeil Goodwin: How can reward and benefits contribute to happiness at work?
The old adage that a happy worker is a good worker is nothing new. However, the advantage to businesses of having a happy and engaged workforce, and the things that affect this the most, are becoming a key focus like never before (cue obligatory reference to Google’s chief happiness officer).Looking ...
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OpinionJennifer Roberts: How can reward and benefits contribute to happiness at work?
At Central Co-op, our colleagues are the difference makers. Our society is built on strong cultural values dating back to the original Co-op pioneers focusing on the difference we make within the communities we serve. Our reward and benefits offering is also built on these strong values, aiming to make ...
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ArticleOlivia Burgess: How can reward and benefits contribute to happiness at work?
The value of employee happiness is significant, with direct links to productivity, engagement, and retention. Prioritising employee happiness and wellbeing at Atradius has enabled us to look after our people and maintain a high retention rate across our organisation.Reward and benefits have a direct impact on employee wellbeing; ultimately, happier ...
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Supplier articleBenify Sessions: The latest in Employee Reward and Benefit Trends in the UK
Our exciting webinar series will delve into a variety of topics, unveiling essential trends, industry insights, and transformative changes that are shaping your current and future workplace. In this on-demand webinar, we focus on the results from our recent report, The Benefits Factor 2023, with a spotlight ...
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ArticleExclusive: Employee Benefits Awards 2024 entry deadline extended
The deadline for the Employee Benefits Awards 2024 has been extended until midnight on Friday 9 February to give HR, reward and benefits professionals more opportunity to enter.Organisations that have already submitted entries can use the extra time to consider any additional categories they might want to enter, or nominate ...
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ArticleMitie, The Perfume Shop and NFU Mutual UK certified as UK top employers
Facilities management employer Mitie, The Perfume Shop, pharmaceutical firm Thornton and Ross, and insurer NFU Mutual UK have been certified as UK top employers.Created by the Top Employers Institute, the UK top employer accreditation recognises employers’ commitment to HR initiatives and practices. They must demonstrate how they support employees across ...
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ArticleBSI introduces global menopause support for staff
Business improvement and standards organisation British Standards Institution (BSI) has rolled out a menopause support and ongoing care programme for its employees worldwide.Through a partnership with virtual clinic Maven Clinic, BSI's employees and their partners across 37 countries, including the UK, India, China and Indonesia, will have free 24/7 unlimited ...
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ArticleThe top 10 most-read articles between 12 - 18 January 2024
The top 10 most-read articles on employeebenefits.co.uk between 12 - 18 January 2024 were: EY to allow consultant employees to take time away from rolesThe Gym Group receives menopause-friendly accreditationWest Midlands Fire Service increases maternity, paternity and adoption leaveAlmost two working weeks are lost every year due to presenteeismTribunal rules ...
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ArticleEmployees consider work-life balance more important than career ambition
Employees admitted they are more likely to consider work-life balance (93%) as important in a job than career ambition (70%), according to new Randstad research.The talent organisation’s latest Workmonitor report, which surveyed 27,000 workers in 34 markets across Europe, Asia Pacific and the Americas, found that staff thought flexibility of ...
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Supplier articleEach Person Joins Forces with the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital to Elevate Their Employee Experience
Each Person, a leading employee reward and recognition solutions provider, is thrilled to announce its partnership with The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital. This collaboration is about creating a work atmosphere that truly fosters and supports the growth, development, and overall wellbeing of its exceptional team members.The Each Person platform aims ...
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ArticleWest Midlands Fire Service increases maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Credit: dagma / Shutterstock.comWest Midlands Fire Service is to increase its employee maternity, paternity and adoption leave provisions as of this month.Employees at the fire service will be eligible for 52 weeks of fully paid leave for maternity and adoption pay, with two weeks of paternity pay for fathers. This ...
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ArticleArds and North Down Borough Council becomes age-friendly employer
Councillor Jennifer Gilmour, Mayor of Ards and North Down, with chief executive Stephen Reid. Image credit: Ian PedlowArds and North Down Borough Council in Northern Ireland has become an age-friendly employer as part of its continued commitment to being an age-friendly borough.The age-friendly employer pledge, which was established by the ...
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OpinionEmma Clark: Will 2024 see a focus on women’s health in the workplace?
Employers are waking up to women’s health and our legislation is not keeping up with the workplace. In light of that, 2024 will likely see renewed focus on the need to support women's health in respect of menstruation, menopause and fertility.The younger generation seems less embarrassed about informing colleagues that ...
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Supplier articleHarness the power of financially resilient employees
Resilience. It’s a great word encompassing employee wellbeing, financially, mentally, and physically. So, what exactly does it mean? During this blog, we’ll explore the topic of resilience in relation to employee financial wellbeing and the role that HR and prioritising financial wellbeing at work must play in ...
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ArticleThe Gym Group receives menopause-friendly employer accreditation
Nationwide gym chain The Gym Group has achieved menopause-friendly employer accreditation as part of its commitment to comprehensive wellbeing and care for its 2,040 employees.Set up by Henpicked: Menopause in the Workplace, the menopause-friendly accreditation offers standards for employers on best practices and support around menopause in UK workplaces.To become ...
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Article80% of Gen Z staff would rather work overtime than see pay decrease
Four-fifths of Gen Z employees would rather work overtime than reduce their workload and see their pay decrease, according to research by Resource Solutions.The workforce and advisory solutions provider, which surveyed 2,000 UK adults aged 18-65 who have been employed in the past year, also found that the youngest generation ...
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Supplier articleRetaining skills & reducing employee turnover in 2024 & beyond!
The Rewards and Benefits Association recently published a report that found that 64% of employers consider the cost of recruiting fresh skills to be a considerable financial risk over the next two years. Our research - hot off the press - of 1002 full-time UK employees found ...
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Case StudiesSumUp ensures it offers an age-inclusive benefits package
SumUp offers multiple benefits to support its older employees to ensure they feel valued in their roles.The global financial technology firm that provides merchants with card readers and payment solutions has more than 3,000 employees globally.Its benefits offering for UK-based employees includes the SumUp corporate pension scheme, private medical insurance ...
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AnalysisBenefits to support an older workforce
Employers could offer support through a midlife MOT, which provides a health and financial career check to help employees plan for retirement.Pre-retirement coaching can help to educate older employees on how to prepare for life away from work.Organisations can improve the recruitment, retention and development of older workers by signing ...