Mental health for small workplaces
Small and medium organisations account for 99% of the businesses in the UK. But research shows that, when it comes to mental health, they often fall behind larger organisations.
We know that there are unique challenges, as well as unique opportunities, that come with working in smaller businesses. We’ve put together a collection of resources designed to help.
This toolkit contains everything you need to start making a difference. Below, you’ll find:
- a comprehensive handbook filled with advice and tips for small business owners and the self-employed
- a free, simple and confidential mobile app to encourage your employees in taking care of their own wellbeing
- two practical tools that you can quickly and easily implement to start making a difference straight away
Resources in this toolkit:
A Guide for Small Businesses
As part of their campaign, 'It's okay to talk about mental health', The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) have created this guide to help small businesses navigate workplace mental health.
Every Mind Matters: Your Mind Plan
Your Mind Plan is part of the Every Mind Matters mental health platform from Public Health England. By answering five simple questions you'll receive an action plan to improve your wellbeing and look after your mental health.
Talking toolkit: preventing work-related stress
Excessive pressure and demands at work can cause stress. HSE's Talking Toolkit helps you to have a series of conversations with workers to identify and help prevent work-related stress.
Guides to Wellness Action Plans
Wellness action plans are an easy way to help support your own mental health at work and that of your team members. Mind has guidance and templates to get you started, for both employees and line managers.
Stress risk assessment
Employers have a legal duty to protect employees from stress at work by doing, and acting on, a risk assessment. This is an easy-to-use template you can use, along with examples from three small to medium-sized businesses.
FSB membership
The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is able to support small organisations with advice, financial expertise and support, and this may be especially useful during this uncertain period.
Guide to developing an effective workplace mental wellbeing strategy
A well-written mental health strategy can help provide guidance when people ask for help, highlight areas that might need improvement. This guide can help you get started if you're writing a new strategy from scratch.
