Health and wellbeing conference

Hosted By Lynne Griffin and Gerard Garvey Newcastle College Group (NCG)

Lynne Griffin

Gerard Garvey

Supporting our colleagues is essential as their psychological safety and welfare is paramount. This session will cover the key areas and activities that make up our health and wellbeing offer for colleagues and how we ensure they have the resilience to cope in a busy dynamic environment to provide our students with a great learning experience.

Hosted by Claire Metcalfe, Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government.

Claire Metcalfe

No two organisations are the same and therefore simply deploying an “off the peg” health and wellbeing offer can end up feeling like wearing someone else’s pyjamas and expecting them to fit!

In this session, Claire Metcalfe, People Director at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government will share how adapting the offer to suit the culture, risk profile and objectives of the organisation makes the difference in meeting the needs of the workforce. Claire will share her experiences from both the public and private sector, covering UK Rail, Aviation and the Civil Service.

Hosted by Charlotte Axon, Tailored Thinking

Charlotte Axon

Charlotte will emphasise the importance of a personalised approach to employee wellbeing, highlighting how tailored strategies can empower individuals to take charge of their health and happiness. By customising wellbeing initiatives to address the unique needs and preferences of employees, businesses can enhance engagement, satisfaction, and productivity across their workforce.

Hosted by Ben Thomas, Newcastle Building Society and Alan Sanderson, Newcastle Financial Advisers.

Ben Thomas

Alan Sanderson

In this session they’ll be discussing Financial Wellbeing and Education highlighting the importance of saving for retirement, the role an employer can play including what Newcastle Building Society have done, and how we can help others.

By providing tools and resources for better financial management, ALL employers can reduce stress, increase job satisfaction, and ultimately boost productivity in the workplace.

Cate Kalson

By emphasising the importance of nurturing environments where employees feel valued and encouraged, Cate demonstrates how such cultures not only enhance individual development but also drive overall organisational success. Attendees will gain insights into strategies for building workplaces that prioritise holistic growth, ultimately leading to a more engaged and motivated workforce.