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Unity Trust Bank

Unity Trust Bank supports personal growth by offering professional qualification support, including five paid days for professional development. Initiatives like the 'New to line management at Unity' sessions and the Leading with Empathy programme help employees advance their skills and career opportunities.
Unity Trust Bank ensures fair treatment through its profit share incentive scheme, which paid out 9% of base salary in 2024, and by being the first UK bank to pay the Real Living Wage, demonstrating its commitment to equitable employee compensation.
With a focus on wellbeing, Unity Trust Bank offers activities like mindfulness sessions and health awareness campaigns through its Unity & Me programme. The bank has increased its number of Mental Health First Aiders, promoting a supportive environment for mental health.
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NATS

All employees can undertake mental health awareness training, and staff and their families can access help – including legal and financial – through the Employee Assistance Programme. ‘Myth Busters’ have been published on topics like domestic abuse, often linked to a colleague sharing their story. There are also wellbeing talks and monthly ‘desk yoga.'

All staff are on the digital learning portal giving them access to content, events and training and helping them create development plans. There are also open sessions throughout the year on topics including ‘unconscious bias’ and ‘building resilience’. And staff can undertake technical training or academic study and learn from internal coaches and mentors.

In the past year, employees have donated more than £200,000 to causes they care about through the Payroll Giving Scheme. And NATS also supports two corporate charities – the Jon Egging Trust (JET), by offering young people communication and leadership workshops and Aerobility, which gives disabled people the chance to fly a plane.

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Keech Hospice

Placing a focus on personal growth, Keech Hospice care offer a wide range of development opportunities and regular training. As well as mandatory training the organisation also runs internal and external courses, as well as providing regular opportunities for staff to discuss their personal development needs.
Staff can look forward to fresh hot meals, sandwiches and snacks, thanks to Keech Hospice Care's excellent on-site catering facilities. Employee benefits also include a competitive salary with increments based on performance and training, as well as contribution pension scheme, childcare vouchers and free parking.
The hospice understands just how important it is to look after the mental wellbeing of its staff, and therefore has a dedicated support programme and an employee assistance programme which provides practical information, resources and confidential counselling to all staff and their families.
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Fundamentals Ltd

There are weekly safety updates on a variety of topics, and mental health and wellbeing often feature. Tips to improve wellbeing, whether through exercise, understanding the importance of nutrition and hydration or better sleep habits, are included.
At weekly team meetings, leaders make sure there is time to recognise and acknowledge nominations for staff who champion the company's values and that those values remain at the top of people's agendas. In their own work they strive to demonstrate the values daily and model the behaviour expected of all staff.
The company offers an apprenticeship scheme and some of the earliest participants are now involved in the business at management level. Newer apprentices are keen spokespeople for the company at careers events. Fundamentals is also an enterprise partner of the Institution of Engineering and Technology and supports employees towards professional membership, financially and practically.
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Utilities
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Cifas

Cifas promotes a vibrant team culture through regular "huddles," cross-team networking meetings, and Collaboration Days, ensuring team spirit, fun, and a strong sense of belonging among colleagues.
Cifas prioritises wellbeing with initiatives like a weekly wellbeing hour, Wellbeing Cultural Champions, and a Self-Help Directory, ensuring employees maintain a healthy work-life balance and receive support for mental and physical health.
Cifas actively engages in social responsibility, partnering with organisations like Be OnHand and supporting charities such as RSPCA, Barnardo's, and Mind. These efforts encourage employees to contribute to society, enhancing their sense of purpose beyond organisational goals.
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Audit Scotland

Audit Scotland provides access to a variety of sources for wellbeing support through its occupational health provider, as well as offering a range of internal and external sources of information. The organisation also shares wellbeing information on a regular basis with colleagues through Viva Engage.
The organisation offers a number of routes for employees to grow, including through its partnership with the PCS union and its existing Career Development Gateway model that allows colleagues to submit evidence that they can work at a higher level.
Audit Scotland’s Management Development programme last for six months and covers a range of topics, including: Managing Self, Managing Individuals, Managing Teams, Managing Resilience, and Managing Change. The material on offer is provided through a mix of internal and external delivery to appeal to all learning preferences.
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Ashton Fire Ltd

Team spirit is nurtured through regular in-person gatherings, including quarterly meetings and social activities, which promote bonding and a sense of belonging among colleagues, whether they are working remotely or in the office.
Employees benefit from a comprehensive package, including BUPA healthcare, enhanced family leave, and a Medicash plan, offering a fair and competitive deal that underscores Ashton Fire's commitment to employee welfare.
Ashton Fire prioritises employee wellbeing with mental health first aiders and comprehensive healthcare options, ensuring that staff have the resources and support needed to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
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Consultancy
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Bentley

Bentley encourages team spirit through regular team-building activities and social events. Working in an open-plan office facilitates open communication and mutual support, fostering a strong sense of belonging within teams.
Bentley prioritises employees' wellbeing, providing Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programmes, and flexible working arrangements. The organisation also offers initiatives like walking clubs, football, rounders, and a book club to promote physical and mental health.
Bentley's leadership team sets clear goals, values, and priorities. The team promotes a culture of transparency and open communication, leading by example and demonstrating empathy and understanding, making Bentley a value-based organisation.
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Affinity Fire Engineering

Affinity Fire Engineering nurtures team spirit through regular team building activities like bowling, Crystal Maze, and Drafts. These events help to build camaraderie among the team, enhancing collaboration and productivity.
Affinity Fire Engineering prioritises employee wellbeing through monthly challenges that encourage physical activity and creativity. These inclusive initiatives cater to all abilities, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among the team.
Affinity Fire Engineering is committed to social responsibility, engaging in various community projects and charitable causes. Their activities range from providing technical seminars to local contractors, offering work experience to local students, and making annual donations to food banks.
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Brachers

Employees benefit from clear career pathways and a comprehensive learning and development programme. Quarterly performance reviews and financial support for professional qualifications ensure continuous personal growth and skill enhancement.
Brachers fosters team spirit through regular business development forums and social events, such as team social budgets for activities like wine tasting and escape rooms, promoting a sense of belonging and camaraderie.
With initiatives like the Employee Assistance Programme, virtual GP appointments, and a Wellbeing Room, Brachers prioritises wellbeing, contributing to a 66% reduction in stress-related absences.
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