Kate Underwood HR

04/02/2024

Today is World Cancer Day, an international day marked on 4 February to raise cancer awareness and encourage its prevention, detection, and treatment.

Discover the five key strategies small business owners can implement to support their employees with cancer-related needs >>>

https://www.kateunderwoodhr.co.uk/blog/payroll-benefits-and-wellbeing/cancer-and-caring-for-employees/ .

01/02/2024

February 1st is Time to Talk Day — the nation's biggest mental health conversation.

One in four of us will experience a mental health problem, but many still feel isolated, ashamed and unable to open up about their lived experience. Time to Talk Day encourages everyone to be more open about mental health – to talk, listen, and change lives.

Unsure how to support staff mental health at work?

Able Futures is running a webinar on February 19 from 2pm to 3pm.

Join them for an hour's introduction to the Access To Work Mental Health Support Service delivered by Able Futures on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions. This session will explain how employers can communicate the support Able Futures provides to their team and benefit from improved mental health at work.

Follow the link to register >>> https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3693741579205543256?source=deb.

30/01/2024

We believe in transparency and keeping things simple.

Maybe you are a business just starting up or looking to grow; either way, we can help you develop your values to form a strong partnership between employer and employee.

Your team is your greatest asset, and we are here to help you harness the power of your people.

Contact a member of the KUHR team on 02382 025160 or via email at [email protected] to discover how we can support you.

29/01/2024

Despite fears about AI, businesses are embracing AI tools for increased efficiency and productivity. From customer service chatbots to data analysis, AI is becoming an integral part of daily operations. Companies are leveraging AI to stay competitive in today’s market.

However, as the artificial intelligence (AI) boom continues, well over two-thirds (69%) of UK marketers fear generative AI will create biased content that is plagiarised or misaligned with their brand’s values.

Discover more in this recent article >>> https://hrnews.co.uk/uk-marketers-fear-ai-will-create-biased-or-plagiarised-content/.

How do you feel about AI-generated content?

26/01/2024

2024 marks a leap year. So you might be wondering what that means for staff pay and entitlements.

Ultimately, your employee’s pay entitlements on 29th February 2024 will depend on whether you pay them an hourly rate or a set salary.

Put simply, in 2024, the extra day in the leap year will not affect the pay of salaried workers, as their salary is already calculated for the entire year. However, workers on an hourly rate are entitled to be paid for any extra hours they work on the leap day.

The only time you would have to pay salaried staff more on a leap year is if there’s a term in their staff contract that explicitly states they get additional pay at this time of year, so make sure to check yours...

25/01/2024

A new code of practice for Right to Work Checks came into effect this week for employers to establish that an employee has a right to work in the UK.

If the steps within it are followed, employers will have a defence against liability should the employee not have a right to work and will also avoid penalties of up to £60,000 per employee.

Are you unsure where to start? Get in touch with the KUHR team today to give you peace of mind and ensure that you're protected. Contact us at 02382 025160 or at [email protected].

24/01/2024

From nurturing individual talents to fostering a positive work culture, developing future leaders, and inspiring innovation, the benefits of mentoring are profound and multifaceted.

Small businesses in the UK looking to grow and thrive in today’s dynamic marketplace would do well to consider implementing a robust mentoring program. The investment in mentoring may very well be an investment in the future of the business, sowing seeds of growth, cohesion, and innovation that can blossom into long-term success.

23/01/2024

The annual WorkL Global Workforce Report 2024 found that employers are implementing mentoring initiatives to support Gen Z, with four in ten employers taking steps to bridge the gap in skills and knowledge that are required in their roles.

Mentoring isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a powerful tool that can potentially transform a small business's core. Discover the top 4 benefits of mentoring in our blog.

>>> https://www.kateunderwoodhr.co.uk/blog/recruitment-and-selection/mentoring/

Mentoring isn't just a buzzword; it's a powerful tool that has the potential to transform the core of a small business. From nurturing individual talents to fostering a positive work culture, developing future leaders, and inspiring innovation, the benefits are profound and multifaceted. Small busin...

22/01/2024

According to WorkL, the world's largest live employee engagement data platform, approximately 50% of employers express concerns about Generation Z's readiness for the workplace, highlighting a perception that they lack the necessary skills and knowledge for their respective roles.

The annual WorkL Global Workforce Report 2024 found that employers are implementing mentoring initiatives to support Gen Z.

Discover more here >>> https://hrnews.co.uk/half-of-employers-admit-gen-z-employees-lack-vital-skills-knowledge-for-the-workplace/.

19/01/2024

UK firms are planning to adopt AI to help employees' mental health.

AI is set to be adopted in workplaces across the country as employers consider new approaches to the mental health crisis, a landmark study by global workplace wellbeing platform Unmind has found.

Discover more in this article >>> https://www.hrgrapevine.com/content/article/2024-01-19-uk-firms-planning-to-adopt-ai-to-support-employees-mental-health

18/01/2024

Compliance training is a critical component of any workplace training program.

Ensuring employees know the laws and regulations that apply to their jobs is essential. It helps prevent legal issues and creates a culture of compliance. Employers should provide this training to all employees.

In this blog post, discover the essential compliance training employers must provide for their employees.

>>> https://www.kateunderwoodhr.co.uk/blog/policies/the-essential-compliance-training-your-employees-need-to-stay-safe-and-legal/