Boosting employee wellbeing with benefits technology
Preventing illness is 3-4 times more cost-effective than treatment[1], with employers saving £5 for every £1 invested in mental health[2] and gaining 4.4 days of productivity per employee annually through enhanced engagement in physical health initiatives[3]. Therefore, it’s no surprise that employers are increasingly adopting preventative benefits strategies. However, many employees still face challenges in accessing […]
Westfield Health’s certified Mental Health First Aid courses
What are Mental Health First Aid courses? Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses help to support employee mental health and those in distress, reduce stigma and create a positive workplace culture. Certified by Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) England, Westfield Health’s online or in-person courses are designed to raise awareness and reduce the stigma around […]
Improving employee engagement through behavioural science
If employees aren’t engaging with your benefits, you’re not alone. Too often benefit selection is seen as an administrative task. Employers must move beyond simply administering benefits and create an engaging and emotive benefits experience to make employees feel valued. Digitising the user experience employees go through when navigating their benefits can not only help […]
Impact Coaching: Developing emotional intelligence through interactions with horses
Are you looking for a way to develop the soft skills of your SLT, Team Leaders or those in your Talent Development pipeline? Could your organisation benefit from having leaders who are aware of the impact they have on others, and who are more empathetic towards team members, better communicators and able to build trust […]
Join Westfield Health’s free webinar during Mental Health Awareness Week
Did you know? Two-thirds of UK employees feel disconnected at work and almost a quarter of workers (23%) agreed that feeling lonely at work has affected their mental health*, impacting engagement, wellbeing and retention. This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (12-18 May) theme is “Community”. Finding a sense of belonging in the workplace is vital […]
Benefits in Kind reporting guidance
From April 2026 all Benefits in Kind (BiKs) – except for employment-related loans and accommodation – will be mandated to be reported via payroll.1 This change is set to streamline the reporting process and enhance compliance for UK employers. Benefits in Kind refer to non-cash perks provided to employees, which can include a wide range of […]
Strengthening your employer brand with flexible benefits
In today’s competitive job market, employer branding is more than just a buzzword—it’s a strategic advantage. Companies that invest in a strong employer brand see lower recruitment costs, reduced staff turnover, and higher employee engagement. One key factor? Offering benefits that genuinely support employees’ wellbeing. What Makes a Strong Employer Brand? Employer brand is how […]
WEBINAR: Optimising salary sacrifice schemes to help offset National Insurance contributions (NICs) increases
Salary sacrifice schemes, also known as salary exchange, allow employees to receive part of their pay as non-cash benefits, making employee benefits more affordable. With the average cost of employing someone set to rise by £900 annually due to national insurance increases, these schemes – covering items like bikes, childcare vouchers, pensions, and holiday buy – […]
A Day in the Life: Raising representation for women in the painting and decorating industry
The painting and decorating industry is undoubtedly dominated by men. According to recent statistics, only around 4% of the sector is made up of women, which can be discouraging for young women who may otherwise have considered a career in painting and decorating. However, recent customer demand for female painters and decorators may be driving a […]
INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT: Westfield Health’s on-site Health & Lifestyle Screenings
What are Health & Lifestyle Screenings? Health screenings are a great way to better understand your employees’ health and wellbeing. Westfield Health offer a variety of health screening programmes to suit businesses of all sizes, from 10-minute MOT checks to 20-minute lifestyle screenings. These help to support companies and their people to take a proactive […]
