Waltham Forest College received the Bronze Award in Mind’s eighth annual Workplace Wellbeing Index, for its commitment to achieving change in the workplace. Mind's index offers a benchmark of best policy and practice in promoting and supporting positive mental health within the workplace. This year, the charity surveyed almost 19,000 employees from 55 businesses participating in the index.
These are both returning organisations who have put in place wellbeing initiatives, and first-time entries beginning their journey to improve employee wellbeing. Waltham Forest College (Image: Waltham Forest College) Melanie Price, director of human resources and organisation development at Waltham Forest College, said: "We are delighted to have been awarded the Bronze Award in Mind’s Workplace Wellbeing Awards. "This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment that prioritises mental health and wellbeing.
"This is just the start of the journey for us, and we look forward to working with our staff to continue championing mental wellness." The award recognised the college's commitment to employee wellbeing, demonstrating a range of best practices and policies to support employees' mental and physical health. The college offers flexible working hours and hybrid working options to its staff, helping to maintain a work-life balance.
It also provides comprehensive mental health support, including counselling services, regular wellbeing workshops.
