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Leadership Drives Engagement

Clear vision, trust and alignment from senior leaders shape how employees feel about the organisation - impacting company culture and wellbeing.
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Roc Search

Roc Search prioritises personal growth, offering a clear career progression path and development tools such as the Future Leaders Programme and Accelerated Leadership Programme. The firm's comprehensive, award-winning in-house training programmes further support this growth.
Roc Search prioritises employee wellbeing, offering a free employee assistance programme (Health Assured), physical activities such as the Roc Olympics and Roc Running Club, and mental health initiatives like "Bring your Dog to Work Day".
Roc Search's Leadership Ethos document outlines the behaviours expected of managers and leaders, reinforcing the company's values. The Monthly Values Champion awards further emphasise the importance of these values.
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Lily

Lily encourages a supportive and trusting relationship between managers and their teams. Regular check-ins, especially for remote workers, and the implementation of the Management Development Programme ensure that employees feel cared for and trusted by their immediate managers.
Through initiatives like the 'I am a Succeeder' programme and company-wide events, Lily fosters a strong team spirit and a sense of belonging. Regular social events and charity days further strengthen team bonds and promote a fun, collaborative work environment.
Lily's leadership fosters transparency and alignment with company goals. Monthly business updates led by Managing Director Chris Morrisey and the 'Strategy 4 Success' initiative keep employees informed about the company's vision and growth journey, promoting trust in the leadership team.
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Julia's House Children's Hospice

The charity promotes personal growth through comprehensive management training focused on self-understanding, leading others, and practical people management skills. In addition, the organisation offers bursaries for formal qualifications, fostering skill development and career advancement.
Julia's House Children’s Hospice ensures managers are equipped with advanced interpersonal management skills. The charity also promotes open communication through initiatives like the Employee Forum and managers 'walking the floor', enabling employees to feel supported and trusted.
The charity's leadership is highly accessible, with the CEO hosting 'Virtual Coffee Mornings' to interact directly with staff. The leadership team's commitment to the CHILD values and open communication fosters a positive organisational culture.
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Furniture Village

Employees are fairly rewarded with a leading pay structure, generous holiday allowance, and a unique employee discount policy. They also have access to 'on demand pay withdrawal' and the 'Family Partnership Profit Share' scheme.
Furniture Village prioritises employee wellbeing with resources like the WeCare programme and Mental Health First Aid course. The organisation also offers gym discounts and wellbeing web classes through its employee rewards program.
The approachable nature of the senior leadership team, including founders Peter and Charlie Harrison, promotes a culture of inclusivity and transparency. Their weekly newsletters keep employees updated, recognised, and appreciated.
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Flair Rugs

Flair Rugs prioritises its employees' wellbeing, with a dedicated team promoting physical and mental health initiatives. The company provides free healthy meals, encourages outdoor activities, and offers private sessions with a clinical hypnotherapist to help with personal and work-related issues.
The leadership team at Flair Rugs keeps employees informed through weekly live videos and monthly forums, embodying the company's values and demonstrating a clear passion for rug-making and the company's global impact.
Through the Flair Foundation, Flair Rugs gives back to the communities where they live and work, supporting charities globally. They also sponsor local community initiatives and donate rugs to charities supporting homeless individuals.
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Alzheimer's Research UK

The Leadership Development Programme equips managers to effectively manage individuals and teams. Regular communication, trust, empowerment, and support from managers help create an environment conducive for employees to thrive.
Alzheimer’s Research UK promotes team spirit through initiatives such as StrengthsFinder and "Building a Team Brand and Shared Mission". These initiatives aim to improve team interaction, communication, and unity, fostering a sense of belonging among employees.
The Senior Leadership Team at Alzheimer’s Research UK exemplifies the charity's leadership attributes, creating organisational clarity and keeping employees informed through various communication channels. The Leadership Attributes are integral to the organisation's culture, promoting a sense of empowerment and responsibility among employees.
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Access Community Trust

Managers at Access Community Trust uphold the core principles of Honesty, Excellence, Ambition, and Respect. They support their teams by regularly reviewing performance and aligning it with the organisation's values, thereby fostering a sense of trust and care.
Access Community Trust's leadership team maintains transparent communication with their staff. The CEO and the Senior Leadership Team implement a communication transformation focusing on Purpose, Priorities, Process, Performance & Problem Solving, thereby creating a clear vision and strategy for the organisation.
Access Community Trust contributes significantly to society through various charitable initiatives. Its PINK Orange project delivers essential provisions to struggling families, while its Mental Health Crisis cafés provide free support to adults. The organisation encourages its employees to contribute to society by offering two paid volunteer days per year.
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The Flava People

To foster team energy and unity, the organisation hosts quarterly strategy sessions, providing a platform for collective brainstorming and goal alignment. Additionally, it organises communal cooking events and celebrations, creating opportunities for bonding and relaxation outside of work tasks.
The leadership team fosters organisational clarity through several key practices. They prioritise open and transparent communication, ensuring that all employees are kept informed about company goals, changes, and progress. This is achieved through regular meetings where updates and expectations are clearly communicated. Additionally, directors conduct quarterly strategy sessions to review and refine the company direction.
The organisation works closely with The Message Trust/Community Grocer and have sent staff out on volunteer days to take part in gardening in the community and packing in a grocer's warehouse. The Flava People also donates some of its products and a proportion of its sales to the same charity.
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In Technology Group

ITG's core value, 'We're only as good as our team,' is deeply ingrained in the company culture. The collaborative atmosphere encourages teamwork and mutual support, promoting a sense of belonging among employees.
ITG offers a comprehensive framework for development, including structured training programmes, regular appraisals, and financial support. The clarity provided by the Appraisal Guide and Commission Structure empowers employees to take charge of their career growth.
ITG’s Senior Management sets the benchmark for excellence, leading by example and embodying the company's values. Their commitment to fostering a sense of unity and purpose inspires employees to uphold the company's values and contribute to its success.
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Knapp UK

KNAPP's apprenticeship programme in engineering and other functions offers excellent advancement opportunities. The international nature of the group also provides global opportunities for career development.
KNAPP UK Ltd promotes work-life balance by offering increased flexibility to work from home. The company also recognises the supportive role families play in the team's overall success.
The Leadership Team demonstrates its care and support for employees through regular site visits, 'time to talk' sessions and by promoting open communication through the Employee Forum.
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