Healthy Working Life: Employer Support
"Inclusion at work means being listened to and being understood. It means that I am valued and that they care about my wellbeing, and it helps me to perform much better." - Tiffany, Employment and Skills participant.
Building an inclusive workplace starts with the right support.
Healthy Working Life provides free, personalised support to employers across Leeds to recruit, retain and develop talented people who may face barriers to employment.
Delivered through the Connect to Work programme, we help businesses create inclusive workplaces where employees can thrive and contribute their best.
Why work with Healthy Working life?
We work alongside employers to build inclusive workplaces and support the recruitment and retention of talented people who may face barriers to employment.
Our support includes:
- Inclusive recruitment advice and support
- Access to suitable candidates and candidate matching
- Guidance on job design, recruitment practices and workplace adjustments
- Practical support to help employees settle into and sustain employment
- Workplace coaching and problem-solving support where challenges arise
- Support to retain employees experiencing health conditions or other barriers
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Employment Specialist for both employer and employee
- Advice on creating more inclusive workplace culture.
Benefits for employers
Your journey with us
- Access a wider pool of local talent
- Improve employee retention and wellbeing
- Build a more inclusive and accessible workplace
- Receive tailored support at no cost to your organisation
- Increase confidence in supporting employees with health conditions and disabilities
- Contact the Healthy Working Life team
- Tell us about your recruitment or workforce needs
- Meet your dedicated Employment Specialist
- Receive tailored recruitment and retention support
- Access ongoing workplace support for you and your employees
Contact Us
To get involved, or for further information, please email healthyworkinglife@leeds.gov.uk or click the link below.