What are companies doing with regards to 'Fair Deal'

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What effect will focus on the 'Fair Deal' factor have?

Fair Deal - How happy employees are with pay and benefits

Fair Deal itself doesn’t directly influence another factor. It’s classified as a hygiene factor. Sure, doubling everybody’s salary would make them happy but it wouldn’t make them feel any better about factors such as leadership and management.

Now although pay is not an engager, it is important that pay and benefits are at the right level as to not disengage employees further.

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Ascentis

Ascentis invests in employees' development through its comprehensive development programme, nurturing talent and helping employees realise their ambitions, thereby enhancing job satisfaction and career progression.
Ascentis offers competitive benefits, including up to 43 days of annual leave and a salary sacrifice pension scheme, ensuring employees feel valued and fairly compensated compared to similar organisations.
Ascentis integrates sustainability within its qualifications, supporting the development of green skills and encouraging societal contribution, reflecting its commitment to positive community impact.
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Education & Training

Nottingham College

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With initiatives like the Culture Away Day, Nottingham College enhances team spirit by bringing colleagues together to engage in activities that strengthen connections and foster a sense of belonging among staff.
Employees benefit from a Suggestion Scheme with financial rewards, Christmas bonuses, and Love to Shop Vouchers, demonstrating that Nottingham College is committed to fair remuneration and appreciation of staff contributions.
Nottingham College excels in social responsibility, evidenced by its award-winning volunteering efforts and community projects like the Wishmas Tree Gift campaign and Twilight Kitchen, reinforcing the college’s commitment to societal impact beyond profit motives.
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Leisure & Hospitality

Imago Venues

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The Management Programme Horizon and annual personal development reviews offer employees opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement, reflecting Imago Venues' commitment to personal and professional growth.
As a real living wage employer, Imago Venues ensures fair treatment and financial security for employees, further supported by the Helping Hands programme for those in financial crisis.
Employee wellbeing is prioritised through the wellbeing group, access to Burleigh Springs gym and pool, and support from qualified Mental Health First Aiders, promoting a balanced work-life environment.
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Food & Drink

Sleaford Quality Foods

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Accredited by the Living Wage Foundation, Sleaford Quality Foods ensures fair wages and provides substantial benefits, such as a non-contributory Health Cash Plan, demonstrating the organisation’s commitment to treating employees equitably.
Employee wellbeing is prioritised through initiatives like the reduction of working hours, wellbeing rooms, and a confidential helpline, which collectively enhance work-life balance and personal health.
Sleaford Quality Foods engages in community and environmental initiatives, such as supporting local charities and striving for The Net Zero Standard, reflecting the organisation’s dedication to societal contributions beyond profit.
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PXC

The company champions a collaborative culture, encouraging team spirit and camaraderie through regular meet-ups and events within employee networks such as Women in Tech, fostering a sense of belonging and fun among colleagues.
Employees at PXC benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working options, free home fibre connectivity, and generous parental leave policies, ensuring they feel well-treated and valued compared to similar organisations.
PXC supports charitable initiatives, such as Ambitious About Autism and the annual Night of Ambition fundraising gala, demonstrating its commitment to societal contribution beyond profit motives.
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Audley Group

Audley Group’s Appreciation programme allows any employee to show appreciation for their colleagues via its platform, Spirit. Every month, all Appreciation “Shout Outs” are entered into a prize draw where they can win one of 20 prizes.
Audley Group is supported by the Audley Academy, its internal Learning & Development team. In addition to the mandatory learning required, they create and source online content hosted on the organisation’s LMS. Audley Group also offers a wide range of Apprenticeships in partnership with carefully chosen providers to bring the best learner experience.
The Audley Foundation raises money to improve the lives of older people, particularly the lonely and less fortunate members of society. Once a year, the organisation runs a Match-Fund Challenge to raise funds for the Foundation, and Audley Group matches up to £1000 per village or office.
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Financial Services

Scottish Building Society

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The Society hosts biannual Colleague Conferences, promoting team spirit and camaraderie. Employees from across six locations come together for these events, fostering a strong sense of belonging and unity.
The Society introduced new pension and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes, improving their benefits offerings and showing a commitment to fair treatment of employees.
The Society shares its strategic priorities, values, and behavioural framework with employees during annual offsites. This approach ensures transparency and trust in leadership and aligns all colleagues with the Society's journey.
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Accountancy

Wilson Partners

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Wilson Partners ensures that its employees are well rewarded and recognised for their hard work through annual pay increases and bonuses. Employees’ successes are further acknowledged at the organisation’s quarterly meetings, and vouchers are awarded to high performers with a charity donation of the same value also being made.
The organisation provides a range of training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships, one-to-one coaching, an online portal with a range of training courses, and external training and resources for specific requirements.
The Thrive Management Development Programme has been designed specifically for Wilson Partners to help its people develop their management skills. Underpinned by the organisation’s core values, the programme is designed to equip participants with the tools to be the great managers of tomorrow. The syllabus includes leadership, soft skills and people management training.
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Housing Associations

Paradigm Housing Group

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Paradigm Housing Group takes a holistic approach to wellbeing by offering a range of support services that cover mental and physical health. These services include a healthcare cash plan worth over £1,800 per year, an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, and speakers, such as Andy’s Man Club, who promote mental wellbeing and training.
The Group’s social committee runs regular team building activities such as quizzes, pop up socials, and football related events. Every year, the organisation also hosts both a themed summer festival and a Christmas party to bring its teams together and celebrate their achievements. This year’s summer party had an Olympics theme.
Employees at Paradigm Housing Group have the chance to earn ‘Paradigm Points’ by demonstrating a behaviour relating to one of the organisation’s values and by going above and beyond day-to-day expectations. These points have a cash value that can be used to purchase certain goods at a discount or be redeemed into gift cards.
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Construction & Engineering

J Murphy & Sons

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The company's Manager Induction and Supervisors Development Programmes ensure managers are equipped to support, trust, and care for their teams. They uphold the J Murphy & Sons values and make sure these impact management practices positively.
J Murphy & Sons promotes a strong team spirit through various initiatives. Its 'Walk & Talks' encourage camaraderie and connection amongst employees. Regular town halls and company-wide briefings ensure everyone feels part of the wider team.
J Murphy & Sons’ multifaceted reward strategy recognises employees' efforts with a range of benefits and reward mechanisms. These include long service awards, wedding vouchers, maternity return bonuses, and the ACORN peer recognition awards.
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