WHEN A WAREHOUSEMAN'S dog was injured and needed £700 worth of treatment to save its sight, Kelly's Storage stepped in to cover the bill. The firm also continued to pay an employee full wages throughout their cancer treatment and time off, despite not being contractually obliged to do so. Managers take an active interest in staff wellbeing (93% positive, ranking second among small companies) and express their appreciation when they do a good job (96%, top). Weekly management meetings include an update on employees' lives and the challenges they might be facing. Founded in 1937, Guildford-based Kelly's provides storage for everything from furniture to documents and data. Good employment practices include discouraging late working, which contributes to a good work/life balance (84%, third). www.kellystorage.co.uk
