Benefits & Wellbeing
How a bid consultancy built scalable people operation foundations from day one with Employment Hero
Ocean City Bids’ founder invested in Employment Hero before hiring staff, cutting payroll to minutes a month and offering a 24/7 EAP from day one.
From Awareness to Action: What UK Employers Can Do for Mental Health at Work
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 runs 11–17 May. Discover 7 practical steps UK employers can take to build a genuinely supportive workplace.
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: Breakfast Sessions for Managers That Care
Join Employment Hero’s free 5-day webinar series for UK managers this Mental Health Awareness Week. Five sessions on real scenarios. Register now.
How UK SMEs Are Rethinking Employee Benefits in 2026
Retention is a priority for UK SMEs in 2026. Learn how to rethink your employee benefits and health insurance strategy in our expert blog. Read more.
Earned Wage Access and Salary Advance: UK Employer’s Guide (2026)
Earned wage access helps UK employees access earned pay before payday. Learn how EWA works, UK regulations, benefits, costs & implementation for your business.
Is there a “Right to Switch Off” for UK Employees?
Learn how to create a Right to Switch Off policy. Support employee wellbeing, compliance, and productivity with this free UK-focused template.
Unlimited Holiday: Should SMEs Adopt It?
Unlimited leave isn’t just a perk. Discover how it can boost trust, wellbeing and talent attraction while driving a performance-driven culture.
Flip National Sickie Day Into a Wellness Win
National Sickie Day doesn’t have to be a headache. Learn how UK HR teams can turn it into an opportunity to prioritise wellbeing. Read on to find out more.
Employment Hero’s 2025 work review: UK workers pushed to the limit yet still finding reasons to enjoy their jobs
4 December 2025 – Burnout pushed 28% of UK workers to take ‘sickies’ in 2025. Despite the pressure, 69% say they still enjoy their jobs in a resilient year.
HR professionals records highest absenteeism rate in the UK workforce, new data reveals
30 May 2025 – HR and Accounting records the highest absenteeism (score 113). Gen Z workers are hit hardest with a score of 185, signaling deep burnout concerns.
Your Employee Benefits Package: The Ultimate Toolkit to Building an Irresistible Offering
Learn how to create an employee benefits package that attracts and retains top talent. Discover key benefits to include and trends to watch.
Grief at work: A leader’s guide to supporting employees
Learn how to support grieving employees and create a compassionate workplace. Discover what to say, what to avoid, and how to create a respectful policy.
Car allowance and payrolling company cars: A complete UK guide
Published Published Company vehicles have long been a valuable benefit for employees who travel for work. But with changing tax rules and growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs), many UK businesses are rethinking how they provide vehicle-related perks. Two of the most common approaches today are car allowances and payrolling company cars. We’ll dive into […]
Childcare vouchers: A guide for UK employers
Learn what the legacy scheme is, how it works, and how it compares with Tax-Free Childcare.
UK tax free childcare scheme: What employers need to know
Everything employers need to know about the UK Tax-Free Childcare scheme. Learn how it works, eligibility and what role employers play.





















