When we have good emotional wellbeing we are more resilient, able to concentrate on our work and be more productive. Ill health is the biggest proportion of costs to industry and typically results in more time off work on average. Supporting good mental health and emotional wellbeing in the workplace will help individuals to make healthier choices in and outside of work

Resources available online

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides an overview and advice about mental health for both employees and managers.

Visit the Health and Safety Executive website.

The education staff wellbeing charter is a set of commitments to the wellbeing and good mental health of everyone working in education. Visit the GOV.UK website for information on the education staff wellbeing charter.

A useful tool to calculate the annual cost of employee ill health, absence from work and staff turnover to their organisation. Use this tool to help create a business case for workplace health and wellbeing initiatives and estimate the return on investment of setting up a health and wellbeing programme.

Visit the GOV.UK website to view the guidance on the workplae wellbeing tool.

Whether you are you struggling at work and need some support with your wellbeing, or are an employer or HR professional looking to improve wellbeing in your workplace, the Mind website has a range of helpful resources. Visit the mind website.