Wellbeing

How you feel matters. We provide wellbeing support to all employees.

Someone to talk to

Find information about counselling, advice and therapy services for employees, including Able Futures, our employee assistance programme), and mental health first aiders.

Employee networks and communities

Our networks and communities are there to support you, connect you and help influence change at the council. Join as many as you wish and take time out to attend meetings and events.

Occupational health

Ask for a referral to our occupational health service if you need help to stay healthy at work.

Support for specific issues

Support available for significant life challenges including bereavement, long term illnesses, and physical or mental health concerns.

Workplace adjustments

Workplace adjustments reduce the inequality disabled job seekers and colleagues can experience because of a physical or mental long-term health condition or disability. 

Applying for Access to Work

If you have a physical or mental health condition or disability, you may be able to apply for the government's Access to Work scheme.