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    Help your employees get in the right frame of mind to be productive. Support your employees’ mental health.

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    What is mental wellbeing?

    ‘Mental wellbeing’ is a combination of elements that influence how we feel. It includes our mental and physical health, as well as our overall wellbeing at work and at home. It can affect our mood or ability to concentrate and poor mental wellbeing in the workplace can lead to increased absences, low morale and engagement, straining relationships at work.

    Employees who feel happy, healthy and supported can approach work in the right frame of mind to be productive, with everyone seeing the benefit of a healthier workforce.

    What can employers provide for mental wellbeing in the workplace?

    Employers can support employee mental wellbeing in various ways. As mental wellbeing is often a combination of their physical and mental health, you may want to consider including physical and financial wellbeing support, which our Workplace team can also advise on.

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    Why is mental wellbeing in the workplace important?

    We believe people are much more productive when they’re not stressed. That might be over-simplifying it – but we believe the power of understanding your finances and feeling confident in the future cannot be understated. If you suspect people are struggling, you can affect positive change through a mental wellbeing programme.

    • Increased productivity – Employees who are less stressed can focus better on the task at hand, leading to increased productivity at work.
    • Reduced sickness and absenteeism – Stress and anxiety about your work can affect mental and physical health. Supported employees are more resilient and less susceptible to illness.
    • Improved employee engagement – Employees who value their employee benefits, less likely to seek employment elsewhere, lowering turnover and recruitment costs.
    • A more efficient benefits strategy – With better take-up for employee benefits, employers may be able to find efficiencies and maximise the support they’re able to offer their employees.
    Mental health issues can affect one in four people at some point in their lives. They are a major cause of long-term absence from work.
    Mental Health in the Workplace, Cipd.org.uk

    How our financial advisors can help mental wellbeing in the workplace

    When we get to know your business, we will learn about your existing Workplace Benefits, ensuring they’re fit for purpose, and even help you communicate your Wellbeing strategy to your employees so that they understand what is being provided.

    56% of employers said they’d like to do more to improve staff wellbeing but don’t feel they have the right guidance. Our clients often reach out because they have been managing a Workplace Pension and managing Employee Benefits on their own – but are struggling to find time to focus on these on top of their other priorities.

    Our Workplace service gives you an expert on your side who can point out opportunities and offer their know-how. We can help you build better strategies to reward, develop and retain your people.

    Benefits of mental wellbeing advice in the workplace

    What our experts say about mental wellbeing
    Hear from Paul Mitchell, Director of Corporate Solutions, on the Employee Wellbeing Advice Wren Sterling can offer, and how this support can help employees to take charge of their wellbeing.

    Why choose Wren Sterling to support with mental wellbeing

    • 450

      Trusted by over 450 businesses as clients

    • 80,000

      employees supported

    • 600+

      Workplace schemes advised on

    Correct at September 2024

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    Mental Wellbeing FAQs

    • Are mental wellbeing strategies a legal requirement for businesses to implement?

      Are mental wellbeing strategies a legal requirement for businesses to implement?

      Workplace pensions, Statutory Sick pay, Holiday pay, Maternity/paternity leave must be provided by law. However, there are other additional mental wellbeing benefits are optional. Companies wanting to compete for talented individuals should consider what their competitors are offering.

    • Do employers have a duty of care for their employee's mental health?

      Do employers have a duty of care for their employee's mental health?

      Whether or not mental wellbeing is causing issues at work, Employers have a duty of care to help their employees. By promoting mental health and wellbeing through Employee Benefits, Employers can provide a more attractive workplace, with employees who are better equipped for challenges both in and out of work.

    • What is the best way to support your employee's mental wellbeing in the workplace?

      What is the best way to support your employee's mental wellbeing in the workplace?

      We would recommend conducting a Workforce Demographic Analysis with Wren Sterling so that you can get under the skin of your workforce and understand what they need from their Employee Benefits.

      Many businesses assume what their workforce want, but don’t take into account how the demographic of the workforce affects their needs. Our Workplace consultants can collect data directly from employees as well benchmarking your benefits offering against your industry.

    • What are the impacts on employees having a mental wellbeing strategy in the workplace?

      What are the impacts on employees having a mental wellbeing strategy in the workplace?

      How your Workplace benefits will benefit your employees will depend on which benefits you choose to provide, and which your employees will value. Here are a few examples:

      • Preventing burnout and stress, more resilient – When your employees can feel more confident about their finances, and are generally fitter and healthier, they’re better able to avoid burnout and stress.
      • Less likely to experience health issues – Employees using physical and mental Workplace Benefits are less likely to fall ill. With fewer sick days, they’ll be better able to stay on top of their workload and avoid stress.
      • Better employee retention – Support talented and knowledgeable employees, especially following a business merger or acquisition. It can be a challenge to preserve a sense of belonging as your business evolves. Employee benefits are one way to encourage an inclusive workplace culture.