We have our own wellbeing champion Fran who is a very approachable member of our team. She is there to listen to everyone whenever they are struggling or just want a little moan. She does love a natter and a cup of tea. She helps reassure and support the team but can also help ensure they have access to any necessary additional support by directing colleagues to relevant services including appropriate professional help if necessary.

She can also support line managers to recognise changing employee behaviours which may be related to stress or mental health.

We have Flexible working hours and Special leave arrangements. We do have lots working mums within the practice and appreciate that the long days and weeks just don't work so we do jiggle rotas around to accommodate.

We encourage the team to log any overtime to ensure they get their precious time back. We really don't want the team overworked but the unpredictability of the job means we actively monitor overtime.

The practice has access to training for all employees including Stress and Mental Health Awareness, Resilience Training and self-care methods which may include Mindfulness. The wider company has an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing free, confidential advice and counselling available 24/7.