Employees want more physical and mental health support

With workplace stress continuing to rise among UK adults, more workers are looking to their employer for physical and mental health support.

In fact, a new survey shows that over half of workers believe mental health resources are so important that it has become a deciding factor whether to join or stay with a company.

Workers’ expectations

Findings from the Robert Half Salary Guide highlights worker’s expectations when it comes to mental wellbeing, with many believing companies should offer health-focused benefits as part of their employee value proposition.

And while 48% of workers are drawn to firms providing stress reduction initiatives, a third of UK businesses still don’t offer this type of support.

Wellbeing through physical health

The report also found that a large number of employees are also looking for additional work perks to improve their physical health.

Half of those surveyed said having access to gym memberships would be a deciding factor to join or stay with a company, while 36% also value in-office physical activities – a perk that 41% of employers don’t currently offer.

Employee wellbeing must be at the heart of every organisation’s culture

Matt Weston, Senior Managing Director UK & Ireland at Robert Half, commented on the findings, “When businesses prioritise wellbeing, they don’t just retain talent, they empower people to thrive.

“These findings reflect a broader shift in employee expectations, where wellbeing is no longer seen as a perk but a priority. With wellbeing clearly now a key factor in talent attraction and retention, companies that embrace holistic support for their workforce are better positioned to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.”

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