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Growth Fuels Engagement

Investing in development boosts retention and shows employees they're valued. When employees grow, your organisation thrives.
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Hinckley & Rugby Building Society

The Society values employee development, offering both internal Learning & Development programmes and external specialist training. It also encourages professional memberships and conference attendance, supporting employees' growth and advancement.
The Society's senior leadership team models the importance of colleague recognition and supports communication campaigns, creating a supportive environment for employees. Its Performance Management Framework ensures clear expectations and standards for their managers.
Employees are recognised through the FAB awards, a monthly employee scheme in which colleagues nominate each other for delivering amazing service or going above and beyond, with monetary rewards for the winners.
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Financial Services

UKSA

Family and friends fun days bring everyone together to live one of the charity's values: "Challenge, have fun and smile." Regular newsletters, along with all-staff meetings and communications, keep the culture alive. News and staff feedback is shared through the HR department's People Hub.

Employees are encouraged to do apprenticeships. The charity has introduced a leadership academy that offers a blended learning programme and it has seen positive change, growth and development in those who have taken part. The HR department supports aspiring leaders to develop in their role.

The comprehensive rewards and recognition benefits package on offer includes giving out monthly golden tickets to those who have lived the charity's values or gone above and beyond. The golden ticket can be exchanged for a prize in the "goodie cupboard".

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mhance

mhance supports personal growth by encouraging employees to undertake professional qualifications such as Microsoft exams, CIPD or CIMA. The 'Educate & Celebrate' programme provides structured learning opportunities, encouraging skill utilisation and career advancement.
Team spirit is nurtured through regular company socials and virtual team quizzes. Monthly face-to-face sessions and the new HR system facilitate interaction and camaraderie among colleagues, fostering a sense of belonging.
mhance ensures a fair deal for its employees with a comprehensive benefits package, including an Employee Assistance Programme, reduced gym memberships, and cashback on medical expenses. They also offer 13 weeks sick pay and an income protection scheme.
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Technology

STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners)

STEP champions continuous learning, providing study and training opportunities, and sponsoring relevant professional memberships, enhancing skills utilisation and creating advancement opportunities.
STEP offers a competitive total rewards package, including pay, flexible working, and a generous holiday allowance, making employees feel valued and treated fairly.
STEP prioritises employee wellbeing, offering comprehensive medical care, wellbeing benefits, and resources to support both physical and mental health, balancing work-life pressures effectively.
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Not For Profit Body's

TACT

TACT supports personal growth through professional development opportunities such as sponsorship towards professional qualifications and a Leadership and Management Development Programme. There is a dedicated focus on the enhancement of skills, and the fostering of a learning environment.
TACT fosters a strong team spirit by encouraging cross-departmental collaborations and organising team wellbeing days. The bi-annual Away Day also provides an opportunity for teams across TACT to come together, fostering a sense of camaraderie and belonging.
TACT provides a fair deal to its staff with measures like the Home Working Allowance, the Pass the Praise Values Recognition scheme that includes a financial reward, long-service awards, and a retail discount scheme.
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The Edmund Trust

All staff are offered the opportunity to study an accredited qualification in social care and the organisation fully utilises its Apprenticeship levy fund. It has also introduced a 'try before you buy' scheme for internal promotions to allow staff to have a three month trial period before the post has become permanent.
The Edmund Trust holds managers workshops on career development and has developed a future leaders programme. Management development is also delivered through inhouse training courses i.e. Introduction to Management, Performance review and appraisal, recruitment and selection, and more. Managers further have the opportunity to study a level 5 in social care.
The Trust's leadership is not only approachable, but also actively involved in the organisation. The CEO and Senior Management Team meet weekly, and all staff are invited to contact them directly. This open communication ensures that the company's values are clearly communicated and upheld.
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VetPartners

VetPartners holds an annual congress to bring its national team together to discuss innovation and focuses for the coming year, followed by a black tie celebration event and awards for Vet of the year, Nurse of the Year, Practice Manager of the Year, and Support Centre Best Support Award.
VetPartners supports its colleagues in their personal development by giving them an annual allowance to progress their learning. Vets receive £1750, Nurses £600, and all other colleagues £250 per year. Colleagues who work in Vet Roles can attend The London Vet Show annually and Nurses have the opportunity to attend the BVNA congress every year.
Practice leaders are provided training by the organisation's senior leadership programme, covering a variety of topics from Equality and Diversity to Performance Management. VetPartners also offers a leadership programme to new colleagues and a graduate programme that takes on over 100 graduate veterinary surgeons every year.
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Health & Social Care

Yo Telecom

At Yo Telecom’s Summer and Christmas All Hands Events, awards are presented to employees who have embodied one of the company’s 10 core values. Rewards and incentives include team activities and nights out, as well as trips abroad such as skiing in Courchevel, jet skiing in Dubai, and yacht trips in Cannes.
Yo Telecom allocates a dedicated budget for funding external courses and certifications, allowing employees to enhance their skills and knowledge by accessing a wide range of learning opportunities. Internally, the organisation offer comprehensive people management training programmes, which include leadership skills, conflict resolution, effective communication, and team management, utilising interactive workshops and real-world case studies.
The CEO and COO have regular weekly catch ups with managers at Yo Telecom to discuss their departments and their development. The organisation also runs weekly Management Meetings on a Friday, where all managers can join virtually for a weekly roundup.
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Telecom

Williams

The Williams Academy, revamped in 2021, focuses on upskilling and developing Line Managers and Assistant Managers. This initiative has led to numerous promotions, indicating a clear path for advancement.
Williams encourages open communication and collaboration through the Business Improvement Group (BIG). This group fosters team spirit and a sense of belonging as employees across all levels can contribute ideas to enhance the workplace.
Williams, in partnership with the Rainy Day Trust, provides financial support, education, and grants, along with mental health support. The company also encourages employees to be trained as Mental Health First Aiders.
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Retail

Vax Ltd

Team spirit is nurtured through employee-led football and badminton clubs and inclusive events like the THRIVE Festival, fostering strong bonds, shared energy and a sense of belonging across departments.
Health and wellbeing benefits include private medical insurance with mental health cover, annual health checks and digital GP access, supported by subsidised gym memberships and a Cycle to Work scheme, reflecting the company’s commitment to accessible support.
Growth at Vax is supported through the Achieve coaching framework, graduate pathways, and digital learning via GoodHabitz, enabling employees to develop technical, behavioural and leadership skills in real time and aligned to business needs.
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