What are companies doing with regards to 'My Team'

The bespoke Training Academy offers industry-leading onboarding, personalised development plans, and accredited Modern Apprenticeship programmes. This investment in the next generation provides clear career pathways, fosters a motivated, skilled workforce, and helps reduce turnover and boost retention across the organisation.

Managers participate in a bespoke internal Leadership Programme of six modules over 12 months, developing core skills tailored to the culture. Regular welfare check-ins with employees on long-term sick leave and a visible, approachable leadership style ensure ongoing support and quick resolution of concerns.

The company supports its people's development through apprenticeships and CPD training, for example, the keeper team completes CPD with local wildlife charities. Leadership and management skills workshops are also offered, covering topics like communication and behaviour role modelling, with ongoing support from the People & Development team.

Birdworld's leaders are a key part of the day-to-day operations, working alongside their teams to support staff, guests and animals. This hands-on approach breaks down barriers, fostering a supportive environment where all team members feel comfortable providing feedback and sharing their views.

Bumper supports colleague development through the Bumper Levels framework. This system clearly outlines the specific steps required for an individual to progress to the next level, helping them understand their own career path and empowering them to take charge of their professional growth.

Managers are empowered to develop their skills through structured opportunities like LinkedIn Learning courses and comprehensive “Managers How-To” guides. The Bumper Levels framework also helps managers support their teams' growth, ensuring they have the tools to provide meaningful feedback and guide their colleagues' success.

Managers at Medicash are supported with leadership training and encouraged to engage in external learning and industry events. This is complemented by internal knowledge-sharing sessions, which promote peer learning and cross-functional collaboration, helping employees to develop new skills.

Medicash is dedicated to improving wellbeing for everyone. For employees, this includes access to confidential counselling, 24/7 GP services, and digital wellbeing tools. This support framework helps maintain resilience, promotes a healthy work-life balance, and encourages mental and emotional wellness.

Planet IT invests in staff training and rewards, promoting personal growth and skill utilisation. The organisation’s focus on continuous learning through official courses enables employees to feel challenged and opens up opportunities for career progression.

Planet IT acknowledges the importance of wellbeing with initiatives like mental health support and discounted gym memberships. These initiatives help employees maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life, contributing to their overall performance.

With perks such as extended maternity leave, increased annual leave, and a day off on one’s birthday, Norman Broadbent offers a competitive benefits package, demonstrating its commitment to fair treatment of its employees.

Through comprehensive support programs, mental health counselling, and a flexible hybrid work model, Norman Broadbent prioritises employee wellbeing, fostering a healthy work-life balance and mitigating the impact of stress on personal health and performance.

Managers are highly trained in listening skills and in spotting and managing problems. They are encouraged to coach and mentor their successors, and the company offers a 360-degree feedback programme for leaders, all of which contribute to creating a supportive environment where team members feel comfortable asking for help.

In addition to a competitive 3.5% pay rise for care team members, the company’s career structure is a significant part of its reward strategy. It also offers the 'Spice of Life' benefits programme, which supports employee wellbeing, purchases, health, and pensions, ensuring a fair and rewarding employment experience.

Through the STAR platform, real-time, multi-directional reward and recognition is available anytime anywhere. Colleagues can recognise one another via STAR platform any time, offering both monetary and non-monetary recognition options: eCards, Nominations, and Instant Awards. The social 'Wall of Fame' offers recognition, allowing others to comment and join in on recognition moments.

Through its GIFT (Get Involved Find Time) programme, a network of volunteers work across the organisation to engage colleagues with volunteering activities in the communities and to lead on fund raising initiatives for its spotlight charity.

The company invests in learning and development programmes such as the Bar Training Academy, Chef Academy and Leadership programmes. These initiatives ensure employees are challenged and their skills are fully utilised, promoting career advancement.

The Group recently standardised its pay and reward across the business, lifting itself out of being a National Minimum Wage employer. The company also offers a range of benefits allowing colleagues to enjoy company locations with family and friends.

Every year, Aquavista chooses a charity to support. This year is Young Lives for Cancer. The organisation hosts numerous events throughout the year to raise funds, including a walking challenge and its summer market.

Aquavista provides managers with a combination of face-to-face and online learning covering both practical skills around the employee lifecycle as well as understanding behaviours and the links between behaviour and performance. The focus is on getting the best from your team as a Manager.