THE STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES OF HIRING CASUAL WORKERS

In the contemporary job market, employers are continually seeking flexible staffing solutions to align with fluctuating business demands. Casual employment offers a versatile approach to workforce management, allowing businesses to scale their teams as needed without the commitment that comes with traditional roles.

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Andrew Treadwell
How does rolled-up holiday pay work in the UK?

Rolled-up holiday pay is when an employer spreads your holiday pay over the year by adding a set amount on top of your hourly rate.

This type of holiday pay is currently only relevant for irregular hours workers and part-year workers. This post is about the rules in the UK and provides you with a Rolled-Up Holiday Pay Calculator.

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Brid O'Connell
HOW TO REDUCE PRESSURE ON YOUR L&D TEAMS

Staff learning and development are vital for forward-thinking companies seeking to boost performance and improve recruitment and retention rates. But more than half (53%) of L&D professionals say their workloads have risen in the past year – despite increased budgets and headcounts.

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Andrew Treadwell
IS YOUR WORKPLACE MENOPAUSE FRIENDLY?

Did you know that an estimated 10% of women experiencing menopause have left a job due to their symptoms? Most are aged 45-55, meaning that employers risk losing staff with a wealth of skills and experience.

Now, the BSI has introduced a free menopause standard to help companies ease working life for those experiencing symptoms such as insomnia, muscle stiffness and brain fog. Let’s take a look at the steps you can take to make your workplace menopause friendly.

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Andrew Treadwell
HOW TO HELP UNPAID CARERS ON YOUR TEAM

In May 2023, the Carer’s Leave Act passed into law, and will come into force next year. Employers will be legally obliged to allow unpaid carers up to one week of unpaid leave per year to provide or arrange care for a relative or dependent. This right applies from day one of their employment.

It’s a welcome development – but does it go far enough? Let’s take a look at how responsible employers can go above and beyond the new law to support carers – and boost recruitment and retention rates.

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Andrew Treadwell
5 TOP TIPS FOR TEAM MANAGEMENT

Building a cohesive team is vital for organisational success. It makes your employees happier and more productive – and increases the likelihood that they’ll stay with your company for the longer term.

So how do you go about great team management? Here are our five top tips.

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Andrew Treadwell
TOP FIVE TIPS FOR EVENT STAFFING

It’s an exciting time to be in the events sector, as in-person conferences, concerts and other events are in full swing once more.

But as any event professional knows, behind the buzz is a huge amount of planning and last-minute hiccups! And perhaps the biggest headache of all is getting staffing right.

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Andrew Treadwell
AUTOMATING WORKFLOWS: TAKING THE STRAIN OFF STAFF

Are your employees drowning in a sea of admin? They shouldn’t be – if your company is keeping abreast of technological change.

Let’s take a look at just a few of the many ways that automating your organisation’s processes can improve staff engagement, boost productivity, and help your workplace rise to the challenges of our post-pandemic era.

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Andrew Treadwell
IS THE FOUR-DAY WEEK THE SECRET TO WORKER WELLBEING?

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in an era of more flexible working practices for many people. But could workers actually cut their hours while retaining the same rate of productivity?

A seven-month nationwide pilot scheme is set to launch in June that will explore the viability of a four-day week. Employees at participating businesses will receive the same pay for fewer hours, with researchers assessing the impact on productivity and well being.

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Andrew Treadwell
WHAT EMPLOYERS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LONG COVID

To the relief of many, Covid-related restrictions are being eased across the UK. But while the pandemic seems to be abating, what about its lingering health effects?

Long Covid is the name given to symptoms lasting for 12 weeks or more. And for some sufferers, it’s a serious condition that limits their ability to work.

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Andrew Treadwell
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO THE WORKPLACE IN 2022?

And just like that we find ourselves at the end of 2021. In what has been a challenging year to say the least and 2022 right around the corner, we can only predict it will be a test for the new structure of many businesses, as they leave these past two years behind with a big forward focus on growth.

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Andrew Treadwell