Support employee work-life balance

Work-life balance is how an individual spends time allocated for work and time for other aspects of their personal or family life. A healthy work-life balance is achieved when an individual effectively manages both of these aspects of their life so that their time and energy meet both professional and personal commitments while prioritising self-care and wellbeing.

Importance of a healthy work-life balance

By taking steps to inform and educate your staff on the benefits of a healthy work-life balance and offering them the right support to manage their work-life balance more effectively, employers can take advantage of the many tangible benefits this can bring to businesses. Employees with a healthy work-life balance will be energised and happier. This can help boost productivity, increase staff retention, and establish more efficient working practices.

Flexible working and work-life balance

Employees whose flexible working needs are met by their employer are better equipped to balance their work-life commitments. Eligible employees have the right to request flexible working that can help them in their pursuit of a healthy work-life balance.

Demographic changes, including an ageing population working longer and smaller family structures, will increase the likelihood of your employees requesting flexible working arrangements to help them effectively combine work with other responsibilities such as caring for children or elderly relatives.

This guide outlines the advantages a healthy work-life balance can bring your staff and business. It also offers practical ways employers can creative, maintain, and promote a healthy work-life balance for their workforce.