Hampshire and Isle of Wight Health and Wellbeing Staff Support

Focus on Flex

28^th November 9.30-10.30

Focus on Flex: Managers of non-clinical teams

5^th December 10.00-11.00

Focus on Flex: Managers of patient-facing teams

12th December 10.00 – 11.00

Focus on Flex: Managers of rostered teams

14th December 12.30-13.30

Focus on Flex: Managers of patient-facing teams

(this is a repeat of the webinar running on 5th December)

As part of Hampshire & Isle of Wight’s commitment to enabling flexible working for staff, we are inviting you to the Focus on Flex workshop specifically for HR and workforce professionals. This will be a practical session run virtually by Flexible Working experts Timewise, where we will focus on how you can support Hampshire & Isle of Wight to work and hire flexibly.

Register here: Focus on Flex - People Portal (hiowpeople.nhs.uk)

By attending this workshop you will:

·         Build and deepen your understanding of the range of flexible ways of working, make the link with NHS Workforce Plan and focus on retention, attraction, wellbeing and inclusion

• Develop skills of flexible job design and practice redesigning a role with flexibility
• Understand team-based flexibility and explore possibilities for different types of teams
• Consider the typical challenges that will form barriers to flex, and learn how to approach and manage these
• Consider how you can more effectively deliver on the NHS people promise of day one flex
• Identify opportunities to drive more flexible working within Hampshire & Isle of Wight through your roles (developing actions/commitments to take away)

You’ll hear from expert flexible working consultants who will share examples of what’s possible in different settings and roles, and have the opportunity to ask questions and work on practical examples with colleagues.

World Menopause Day Recordings

The sessions which were recorded are available here: World Menopause Day 2023 - People Portal (hiowpeople.nhs.uk)

Where to get help if you’re concerned about events in the Middle East

We recognise that colleagues may be worried about the Israel/Gaza conflict, particularly if you have family or friends in the area or are supporting patients who do. Help is available on the People Portal to all colleagues who are concerned about the Middle East or other places of conflict.

NHS Chaplains
Our chaplains are members of hospital staff and are here to support you, patients and their families. Whatever your faith, or if you have no religious beliefs at all, they are here for you. Conversations are confidential and can take place in person, over the phone or on Zoom.  Click here for details of your Trust’s chaplain
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Your Trust’s EAP provides a variety of services to colleagues, including counselling. Support is independent, confidential and open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Find your EAP details on your Trust’s intranet or ask a Health and Wellbeing colleague for info. 

Line manager
Your line manager is here to support you to feel your best at work. If you do feel worried about the situation, please let them or another senior member of staff know.

Starts Mon 30 Oct @ 12.30pm

Stress Management Course

Join us for eight 30-minute sessions online with time for questions afterwards.

Throughout the eight-week course you will learn about:

• Stress and how it affects us
• Understanding and managing workplace stress
• Understanding specific NHS workplace stress
• Specific tools and techniques for stress management
• Changing your thinking patterns and managing worry
• Managing your routine and improving work/life balance
• Living better in line with your own personal values
• Mindfulness and breathing techniques to manage stress

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stress-management-course-tickets-652048142547

Tues 31 October: 1.30-2.30pm

Say hello to EDNA

Come and learn about EDNA (Employee Disability and Neurodivergent Advice service) and how it can support you and your team. This session will have a short section focusing on Removing Barriers: A practical introduction to disability equity. 

We hope to see you there!

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