Hassle-free benefit procurement
We provide a range of framework agreements that help public sector organisations save time and money while still offering amazing employee benefits.
Public sector Employee benefits made simple
For the NHS, local authorities, and other public sector organisations, procurement can often be a long and lengthy process. We understand that it can be expensive for you and your team to sort out all the different benefits you want for your staff.
That’s why we aim to make it as simple as we can for public sector organisations to access amazing benefits. We’ve been awarded a range of framework agreements that mean you still get excellent choice in what you offer, with huge cost and time savings for your procurement team.
With no need for a lengthy (and costly!) tendering and procurement process, we can get you up and running with employee benefits in almost no time at all. Frameworks such as these are viewed as best practice by the government, so you can rest assured that quality, security and safeguards are all a given. Using a framework doesn’t mean you’re restricted, either – we can customise all of our products and service level agreements to make sure all of your organisation’s needs are completely met.
| ESPO | Health Trust Europe | Cheshire West & Chester (Public sector contract) | Surrey County Council | Kettering Hospital | NOE CPC | |
| Managed service |  | | | | | |
| Employee discounts | | | | | | |
| Childcare vouchers | | | | | | |
| Cycle-to-work | | | | | | |
| Mobile phones | | | | | | |
| Computers | | | | | ||
| Annual leave | | | | | ||
| Car parking | | | | | ||
| Car leasing | * | | | |||
| Personal learning | * | | | | ||
| Employee assistance | |
*schemes only available via the managed service solution
ESPO
Eligible authorities:
- Local Authorities
- NHS Bodies
- Police, Fire and Rescue
- Educational establishments
- Charities
- Social housing associations
ESPO Contract Reference: 319-15
Contact: Kate Richardson
Tel: 0116 294 4075
Email: k.richardson@espo.orgHealthtrust Europe
Eligible authorities:
- NHS organisations
- Emergency services
- Local authorities
- Universities & colleges
- Other: UK ministerial departments, registered charities, HM prison, MoD
OJEU Reference: 2013/S 234-406233
Contact: Rebecca Phillips
Tel: 07827 309479
Email: rebecca.phillips@healthtrusteurope.comNorth of England CPC
Eligible authorities:
- NHS organisations (NOE CPC members)
OJEU Reference: 2013/S 019-028663
Contact: Alison Petrie
Tel: 0114 226 4577
Email: alison.petrie@noecpc.nhs.ukKettering General Hospital
Eligible authorities:
- NHS organisations
- Local authorities
OJEU Reference: 2013/S 131-226758
Contact: Derek Handley
Tel: 01536 491523
Email: derek.handley@kgh.nhs.ukCheshire West & Chester Council (public sector contract)
Eligible authorities (Cheshire):
- NHS organisations
- Emergency services
- Local authorities (UK-wide)
- Universities & colleges
- Other: Altogether Better Partners in NW England
OJEU Reference: 2013/S 233-404504
Contact: Jill Crockett
Tel: 01244 972068
Email: jill.crockett@cheshiresharedservices.gov.uk
Everything in one place
Our entire portfolio of employee benefit services are accessed through one online platform. Whether you want the full package, or just one specific service, it's all delivered through the same easy-to-use portal.
High Street Discounts
Cinema Discounts
Holiday Discounts
Prepaid Cards
Affordable Technology
Childcare Vouchers
Annual Leave Purchase
Commuting
Cars
Parking
Season Tickets
Gym Membership
Health Screening
Health Plans
Money Management
Financial Education
Employee Assistance
Cycle-to-Work
Employee Recognition
What employee benefits can do for the public sector
Employee benefits are a becoming a really essential tool for employee engagement, providing some much-needed support that can make a big impact on people’s lives every single day. This is particularly true in sectors where ongoing cuts make it difficult to provide consistent above-inflation pay rises.
Instead, the right mix of employee benefits can provide savings and discounts that can far exceed a pay rise, while benefits such as salary sacrifice and annual leave purchase can make some substantial savings for the organisation too, thanks to reduced wages and NI contributions.
Benefits packages play an essential part in keeping staff sticking around, as well as attracting potential new employees – on top of the financial support they give, benefits contribute to a positive culture where it’s clear than an employer wants the best for their employees.
Employee Engagement
When we say engagement, we really mean happiness. Employees that are happy at work feel more loyal, do more, care more, do better, and stay with you for longer. It's that simple.
Attracting and Retaining Talent
People are changing jobs more than ever before, so if you want to attract new talent and keep it around, having an engaged and happy workforce is more important now than ever. It’s what makes you more than just the employer people settle for.
Growing a Positive Workplace Culture
There's no shortcut to a great workplace culture. One that makes a real difference to the employee experience every single day. It's not about table football and casual Fridays - it's more than that. We don't do gimmicks, we just take who you are and make it better.
Find out more about employee benefits
Take a look at our success stories and the articles in our Engage Hub to see employee benefits in action, or to learn more about how and why they work.
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