What are companies doing with regards to 'Giving Something Back'

AAT supports personal growth with diverse learning opportunities. They offer soft-skill training courses and pay membership fees of industry trade bodies, enabling individuals to follow best practice and develop in their careers.

The organisation encourages team spirit and a sense of belonging via platforms like Workplace and a social group, the “Social FunAATics”, which organises various events to foster camaraderie among colleagues.

Managers at Access Community Trust uphold the core principles of Honesty, Excellence, Ambition, and Respect. They support their teams by regularly reviewing performance and aligning it with the organisation's values, thereby fostering a sense of trust and care.

Access Community Trust's leadership team maintains transparent communication with their staff. The CEO and the Senior Leadership Team implement a communication transformation focusing on Purpose, Priorities, Process, Performance & Problem Solving, thereby creating a clear vision and strategy for the organisation.

Managers at ACT Training are seen as supportive, fostering trust and care among their teams. They undergo extensive training, including the Chris Hughes Management Academy and the ILM Level 5 Certificate, ensuring they have the necessary skills to excel in their roles.

ACT Training places high importance on staff wellbeing. The company employs a full-time Staff Wellbeing & Engagement Officer, provides dedicated weekly wellbeing time, and hosts various health-focused initiatives, such as Staff Health Week and funded counselling sessions.

The Group actively promotes personal growth by providing individual development plans, reviewed biannually, and training opportunities, such as mental health first aid, sales, leadership, and LinkedIn, ensuring that skills are well-utilised and honed.

With CEO Alan Lusty's regular "Alan's Weekly Focus" updates and the Senior Management team's active participation in community initiatives, adi's leadership is appreciated for its transparency, communication, and embodiment of company values.

Albany Beck is committed to personal growth, offering initiatives like the Pioneer Programme and Practitioner Programme. These provide opportunities for professional qualifications, executive coaching, and mentoring, ensuring employees feel challenged and see clear pathways for advancement.

Albany Beck's Recognition of the Month scheme and Partnership Programme are clear demonstrations of its commitment to treating employees fairly. These initiatives reward employees who go above and beyond, making them feel appreciated and valued.

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting promotes personal growth through its meritocratic culture. It offers various initiatives such as the annual 5-day training allowance, access to LinkedIn Learning and two promotion opportunities each year, helping employees advance their careers and utilise their skills effectively.

Alpha Financial Markets Consulting focuses on employee wellbeing with 15 trained mental health first-aid champions and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme. A monthly Wellbeing Warrior initiative celebrates colleagues' success in wellbeing, further highlighting Alpha's commitment to a balanced work-life environment.

The 'Be Social' team organises events to foster team spirit and fun, from fitness classes to theatre nights. This, along with regular Office Get Togethers, promotes a sense of belonging and camaraderie.

Beaverbrooks prioritises employee wellbeing, with activities such as running clubs, yoga classes and a monthly 5k walk organised by the 'Be Social' team. Managers are trained to support colleagues with mental health concerns, demonstrating the company's commitment to wellbeing.

Blenheim Palace rewards the hard work of its employee through a number of initiatives. In a financial sense, its annual pay reviews and employee awards provide permanent and one-off financial rewards. The organisation also hosts events such as parties, paid for sporting events and craft workshops, and more!

People Managers are developed through Blenheim Palace’s bespoke People Managers Programme, with both internal and external face to face and online training. All staff further have a Personal Performance Plan with regular appraisals which forms part of their personal growth journey through the business, and includes any training or professional qualifications needed.

Car Benefit Solutions offers its employees a range of wellbeing benefits, including BUPA PMI Insurance, a Medicash Health Plan, BupaTouch and Medicash virtual GP services, and an Employee Assistance Programme. It has also created clubs such as Men’s Mental Health Club and Book Club to support the mental wellbeing of its people.

The organisation’s Leadership Development Programme provides support and development for the differing skill sets, experience, and capabilities across its leaders. Its three pillar programme also includes development for non-‘people leaders’ who it recognises as being instrumental to the company’s success, and their development is equally as important to Car Benefit Solutions.

Managers at CFG Law are supportive, trustworthy and caring. They deliver induction training sessions, explaining the company’s history and key priorities to all new joiners and have clear discussions around core values. They also conduct regular one-to-one meetings to discuss performance and personal training needs.

CFG Law promotes a team-focused culture. It organises regular team building events like charity bike rides, sports days, golf tournaments and painting classes. These activities foster team spirit, fun and a sense of belonging amongst colleagues.