8 April 2019
We’re really pleased to announce our new Charity Partner Homeless Oxfordshire. “Homeless Oxfordshire is the largest provider of supported temporary accommodation for homeless adults in the county. Each night we accommodate 220 people. But we are more than bricks and mortar. Through ten innovative projects, we provide the person-centred support people need to recover from homelessness for good.” We’re looking forward to volunteering with them soon. To find out more please watch their video https://www.youtube.com/embed/TY-EK8xHRqY
4 April 2019
In 2014/15, the HSE (Health, Safety Executive) research showed that 16 million people were experiencing mental ill health problems each year and stress was a key factor with 440,000 people (40% of all work-related illness) in the UK reported work-related stress at a level they believed was making them ill. A poll that You HR recently ran showed that an overwhelming majority found workload caused them the most stress. Psychological problems, including stress, anxiety and depression, are behind one in five visits to a GP. The Mental Health Foundation reports that 74% of people have at some point felt so stressed that they have felt overwhelmed, unable to cope, and some individuals’... Read More
2 April 2019
Recently https://styleacre.org.uk/ provided us with some tips on working with colleagues with Autism. We feel strongly that neurodiversity – the different ways in which the brain can work and interpret information – should be acknowledged within the workplace. An article from http://www.acas.org.uk/ describes neurodiversity further as: It highlights that people naturally think about things differently. We have different interests and motivations, and are naturally better at some things and poorer at others. Most people are neurotypical, which means that their brain functions and processes information in the way our society expects. However it’s estimated that around 1 in 7 people (more than 15% of people in the UK) are neurodivergent. Neurodivergence... Read More
18 March 2019
Whilst we wait for a full and final position on Brexit and the negotiated exit terms between the UK and the EU and a date of when change will take place, there will nevertheless be an impact on EU nationals working in the UK. To help understand what employers need to do, our article sets out key information you need to know and provides certainty as to the impact on EU citizens currently living and working in the UK and how you can best support them. ‘50% of respondents to our recent survey stated that they did not fully understand the application process for EU nationals applying for settled or... Read More
7 March 2019
This year Jonna and Nichola are really excited to be taking on the challenge of the London Marathon. They’re raising money for The Alzheimer’s Society and would really appreciate any money you can donate to support. Visit their Just Giving Page and help them reach their £5000 target. Go on our Twitter, Instagram & Facebook pages to follow their training progress!
4 February 2019
We’re so proud to be chosen as a Finalist for the upcoming South and Vale Business Awards in the SME of the Year South Oxfordshire category!
28 January 2019
The Psychosynthesis Trust is now recruiting a new Finance and Operations Director. This is an exciting role for someone who wants to be part of a growing organisation on the pioneering edge of psychological and spiritual development. The purpose of the role of the Finance and Operations Director is to lead, develop and to ensure implementation the overall strategy for The Trust’s finance and operations functionalities. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Finance and Operations Director leads the strategic development and implementation for the Trust’s finance and operational team and functionalities. This role creates the enabling conditions to deliver The Trust’s work. With the Leadership Team and the... Read More
23 July 2018
When I decided to set-up as an independent consultant in the early spring of 2009, I had no idea that my vision would become the successful, thriving business that it is today. By the Summer of 2010 the consultancy was registered as a Limited company and I wrote my first 5 year business plan – setting out a vision of what I wanted to achieve.
20 July 2018
Interesting in hearing more about working for You HR? Here is a snapshot into the working life of one of our part-time employees, Matt: I have been working at You HR for nearly a year now and it has made me feel more confident workwise, and in talking to people. My day begins at 10.00 at You HR on Wednesdays and Thursday. Once I have looked at the jobs list I like to crack on with it. When I need a break I have a drink and have a look at what treats are available. I like the treats there are often Haribos or chocolate. I then get back to... Read More
