Staff Wellbeing

Staff Wellbeing & Support

Confidential support and activities available to all staff.

Internal Support

Line Manager: Guidance, flexibility, and work-related support.
People, Engagement & Development (PED): Advice on workplace adjustments, policies, or other work-related support.
Colleagues: Peer support and informal guidance.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Health Assured

Free, confidential service for staff and immediate family:

Up to 6 counselling sessions per issue (partners & dependants 16–24 included; couples counselling available)
Legal, financial, and debt advice
Critical incident support
Management support line
Online CBT via Silvercloud

Helpline: 0800 028 0199 (24/7)

Access: Wisdom Portal | App code: MHA339643

External Mental Health Resources

Shout (24/7 crisis text line): Text SHOUT to 85258 | Their Website
Samaritans (24/7 helpline): 116 123 | Their Website
Mind: 0300 123 3393 | Text: 86483 | Their Website
Calm (men 15–35): 0800 58 58 58 | Their Website
SANE: Textcare | Peer forum | Support
Kooth: Their Website
The Coves: Their Website
Talking Therapies Service: Their Website
Trainee counsellors @ Life force (£10ph): Their Website
Trainee counsellors @ Colchester Institute (£5ph): Their Website

Staff-Led Activities for Self-Care & Wellbeing

Lunchtime SU Run Club
SU Wellbeing Walks
SU Badminton Club
Propose or lead your own sessions: yoga, meditation, cycling, creative workshops—speak to PED or promote your session.

Futher Guidance