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Welcome to Scrutton Bland!
This document has been produced to help let you know more about the benefits available as an employee of Scrutton Bland. We have also included some useful information for you as well about pay, how to book holiday, access payslips and when our benefits window opens.
If you need any help or have any questions regarding the information in this pack, please speak to a member of the HR team.
Pay
All employees are paid on the penultimate working day of the month.
Payslips
Your payslips will be shown on your Employment Hero homepage as you log in, which you can access here.
Benefits window opening
Our benefits window opens once a year in April where you will be able to log in and make your selections form the range of benefits available. You will also see within this document that there are a number of ‘Any Time Benefits’ which can be accessed at any time throughout the year, regardless of when you joined or if you selected it as part of the annual process.
01 HEALTH & WELLBEING
02 FINANCE & SECURITY
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HEALTH & WELLBEING 01
Our physical and mental health are our most important assets. We all need to do what we can to protect our health and thrive. As an employer, we want to help support you with your health and wellbeing. The majority of the benefits that Scrutton Bland offers our people are health-related, but some also help you save money, whilst looking after your health.
1.HEALTH CASH PLAN 2.EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME 3.OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH ADVISER 4.PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE 5.DENTAL 6.HEALTH SCREENING 7.GRIEF ENCOUNTER HELPINE 8.BEREAVEMENT AND LEGAL HELPLINE 9.CYCLE TO WORK 10.GYM MEMBERSHOP 11.PURCHASE LEAVE PLAN
HEALTH CASH PLAN (upgrade only available in the benefits window)
Health Cash Plan looks after you by providing a range of positive healthcare benefits. You pay upfront for the medical treatment and then claim the money back from Health Cash Plan. Scrutton Bland has automatically paid for Level 1 cover for you, which begins on day one of employment. You can enhance your package, during the benefits window to add your partner or children or upgrade your level to allow even more benefit, which is available during the benefits window.
Health Cash Plan includes:
Combined physiotherapy (the qualification or accreditation of the practitioner may be an international equivalent) Dental Emergency admissions only for: - hospital inpatient;
- hospital day surgery; - parental hospital stay; Optical Personal accident protection
How to use Health Cash Plan:
Create an account on the Health Cash Plan members area (you’ll need details of your policy number which will be provided to you via email) Go to a healthcare appointment and pay for the service Get a full receipt from the provider which includes your name, practitioner, service received and qualifications Take a picture of the receipt and upload it to the Health Cash Plan members area. You will then be able to submit the claim Health Cash Plan aim to process your claim within two working days and, if accepted, will aim to credit your bank account within a further five working days
Check out this video for a step-by-step guide.
You can also use the Health Cash Plan website to access the Breeze app which includes content such as health assessment, latest health related articles, videos and more!
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME (EAP)
Our EAP provides a free, confidential helpline for everyone at Scrutton Bland to use for support or advice on any matter. You could ask about housing, relationships, legal or financial matters, family, bereavement and medical issues. The EAP helpline is open 24/7 365 days a year, by phone or video call. They can arrange counselling sessions and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Calls are answered by experienced counsellors with access to legal and financial specialists if required. Scrutton Bland’s EAP is provided by Health Assured, UK and Ireland’s largest and award-winning employee EAP provider. You can get in touch with Health Assured in a number of ways: Call the confidential helpline on Visit www.wisdom.healthassured.org /login You will be asked to provide our organisation code: MHA106049 Health Assured also have an app called My Healthy Advantage App, which has a wellbeing area and can be downloaded from your app store.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH ADVISER
We often pay a lot of attention to our bodies, but our mental health can be as equally, if not more important. As a business, we are committed to raise awareness and host sessions throughout the year to share relevant educational sessions and provide tips for our people. We also have an occupational health adviser come to the office annually where you can book a confidential 1-1 to discuss your general health and wellbeing. These sessions are fully confidential and aim to address any concerns you may have regarding your physical or mental health. Some of the topics that you can discuss include: General health questions and BMI calculation If you have any issues that are impacting your physical or mental health, to find suitable solutions or provide guidance on accessing relevant support services. If you are feeling low on energy and need support to stay motivated and achieve better health, the occupational health adviser can provide guidance and encouragement to help you on your wellness journey.
PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE
(benefits window)
For anyone at an M2 level and above, Private Medical Insurance is provided to you by Scrutton Bland, once your probation period is passed. For those below M2 level, every year we give you the opportunity to pay to sign up to our private medical insurance scheme. You also have the choice to extend the policy to family members. The insurance is provided by BUPA using their BUPA Select scheme. Private Medical insurance provides cover for the cost of some GP- referred medical treatments. It covers you for the cost of both outpatient and inpatient treatment, received in private care, up to pre-defined limits. It also provides a cash benefit for some treatments received under NHS care. You can be treated at a range of hospitals (either NHS or private) and claims are settled by the insurance company directly with the hospital (subject to any excess payable by you). Please note that BUPA must always pre-authorise any treatment. The cost of this benefit is dependent on your age and who you choose to cover under your policy.
DENTAL
(benefits window)
As an employee of Scrutton Bland, you have the option to purchase dental insurance if you wish. Dental insurance provides you with cover against the cost of certain types of restorative and preventative dental treatment. Benefits are provided through an insurance policy provided by Unum Dental, from which you can choose the level of cover that is most appropriate for you. Children up to the age of 21 (or 23 if in full time education) can be included in the scheme under the single parent and family options. You can be treated at most dentists (either NHS or private) and claims are settled up to the cover limits after you submit your receipts for treatment through Unum’s online portal. Claims must be submitted within 90 days of the completion of your course of treatment. Reimbursements are limited and depend on the level of cover you have chosen. Cosmetic dental treatment is not covered. For more details please refer to Unum Dental website or check out this video.
HEALTH SCREENING
As part of the Scrutton Bland benefits package, you can access health screenings at one of the Nuffield Hospitals and clinics. The premiums for the health screenings are shown on the benefit selection page annually and include a 20% discount on the normal rate. Health screening is an assessment which gives you an in-depth insight into your current state of health. This benefit is provided by Nuffield Health whose qualified screening doctors carry out screenings at a number of assessment centres around the country. Five levels of health screen are available for you to choose from: 360 Plus Health Assessment 360 Health Assessment
GRIEF ENCOUNTER HELPLINE
This is a registered charity (supported by Aviva) which provides information, guidance and support to bereaved children and those who care for them. Grief Encounter aims to professionally care for and respond to bereaved children, young people and their families via counselling, group activities, residential camps and interactive online services. The helpline for this service is 020 8371 8455 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 9pm). Although their services are provided mostly by phone, Grief Encounter also provides a dedicated email support service at contact@griefencounter.org.uk
Female Health Assessment Lifestyle Health Assessment Online Health Assessment
More information on what is included in these screenings can be found on the Nuffield Health website.
BEREAVEMENT & LEGAL HELPLINE
This free service from Aviva offers emotional support and practical advice from trained bereavement counsellors, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The helpline is 0800 015 5631 and is completely confidential. You will be asked for some information such as the company you work for and your relationship to the deceased.
CYCLE TO WORK
If you are lucky enough to live close enough to one of our offices and would like to cycle not work, you may be interested in joining our Cycle to Work scheme. The Cycle to Work scheme is designed to help you save money on a new bike and spread the cost of the bike over tax-free monthly instalments by signing up to a hire agreement scheme with Cyclescheme. You can choose a bike (and safety equipment) up to the value of £3,000 (the minimum value is £100). The scheme has over 2000 cycle retailers and you can shop in- store or online.
GYM MEMBERSHIP
Through the Gymflex Scheme, there’s a choice of gyms around the country that you can get a discount for. There are varying degrees of discount, depending on the gym you are interested in joining. This benefit can save you up to 40% on the usual cost of gym membership for you and your partner, and you may even be able to transfer over to the GymFlex rate if you are already a member of another gym. A promotional video about Gymflex is available here.
PURCHASE LEAVE PLAN
(benefits window)
Taking annual leave is something we all look forward to. So, if you find yourself in need of some additional time off, for a big holiday or to celebrate your wedding, you can purchase up to five additional days leave each year through our Purchase Leave Plan. Please note if you are a part-time employee you can purchase the equivalent of the days you work per week. You can buy holiday once a year as part of our benefits window opening, with the cost being taken from your pay every month.
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For your peace of mind, we provide several benefits that will protect you and your family’s income in the event that you’re not able to work. FINANCE AND SECURITY 02
1.GROUP INCOME PROTECTION
2.LIFE ASSURANCE
3.PENSION SCHEME
4.PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
5.SHOPPING GATEWAY
6.TASTECARD
GROUP INCOME PROTECTION (benefits window)
For anyone at an M2 level and above, Group Protection Income is provided to you by Scrutton Bland, once your probation period is passed. Scrutton Bland has a Group Income Protection policy in place that provides financial protection in the event of an approved claim resulting from a period of long-term absence from work due to illness or incapacity. In the event of a successful claim, the Income Protection Scheme is an insurance scheme that provides up to 50% of your basic salary before you fall ill when you are unable to perform your job. You will be paid once you have been off work for 26 consecutive weeks, known as the 'deferred period', and have satisfied the insurer's definition of incapacity. The benefit will be paid for a maximum of 5 years, until you return to work, reach your state pension age or leave the employment of Scrutton Bland whichever is earlier. Payments will also cease in the event of your death. You must continue to satisfy the insurer's definition of incapacity, and you mustn’t take on any other paid employment without notifying the insurer, during the payment period. The amount you are paid each month remains the same throughout the period of payment i.e. it doesn’t increase or decrease.
LIFE ASSURANCE (upgrade only available in the benefits window)
All employees are covered by the Scrutton Bland Group Life Assurance Scheme, which is also known as Death in Service from the first day of employment. Life Assurance is a benefit which provides a lump sum payment to a person you nominate, in the event of your death while you are in the employment of Scrutton Bland. Employee Life Assurance will cover you as long as you are employed and will cease once you retire. You should complete your Expression of Wish Form annually so that it is up to date. This can be found on Employment Hero and an annual reminder will be sent to you to review and complete. Each year you will have the ability to increase your cover.
PENSION SCHEME
It may feel like a really long way off, but the sooner you start saving for your pension, the more money you’ll have when you retire. Scrutton Bland offer their workplace pension through Scottish Widows and all employees are automatically enrolled onto the scheme once you meet the eligibility criteria. Please refer to the Workplace Pension Legislation to find out more. Rather than operate a pension scheme where your contributions are deducted from net pay (referred to as tax relief at source), Scrutton Bland has established a salary sacrifice scheme, meaning that your contributions are deducted directly from your wages. The minimum total contribution to your pension is 8%. When you join the scheme, this will be made up by 3% from Scrutton Bland and 5% by you (the employee) if you are below M3 level. If you are at M3 level or above the Scrutton Bland employer contribution will be 5%. If you are an employee under M3 level once you have two years of service the contribution from Scrutton Bland will increase to 5%. You are able to adjust your workplace pension contributions at any time by emailing employeebenefits@scruttonbland.co.uk. On joining the pension scheme, Scottish Widows will write to you to confirm the detail of the pension plan. If you wish to transfer another pension to your new scheme, they will include details on how to do this. If you don’t meet the eligibility criteria and wish to join the pension scheme please email employeebenefits@scruttonbland.co.uk. Please note: By law we are unable to provide you with pension advice and you should contact an Independent Financial Adviser for guidance and information on pensions. Alternatively, please see the resources below: Click here for a video from Scottish Widows on how much you should be saving each month. A short video provides information on the Lifetime Allowance. You can find out more by scanning the QR code above.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
As an employer we recognise that professional memberships are an important part of your professional credentials and recognition of your achievements. These memberships often have an annual subscription cost and Scrutton Bland will pay for these subscriptions from the day that you start with us and during your employment. So, whether you are studying towards your qualification or are qualified, these can be reimbursed. Please note that this is applicable to one subscription (unless you are studying).
SHOPPING GATEWAY
As an employee of Scrutton Bland, you can access benefits, perks, and amazing deals on thousands of brands via the Benefit Hub portal! You will need to create an account and can do this by using the Scrutton Bland scheme number: LC39H7 So whether you are thinking about planning a visit to the cinema, your next holiday or purchasing some clothes make sure you visit the Benefit Hub portal to save some money.
TASTECARD
Tastecard is a membership dining scheme, which offers savings on meals in over 6,000 restaurants. There are also discounts (with tastecard+) on cinema tickets, days out and hotel stays. Typical offers are 2-for-1 deals in chains such as Pizza Express, Byron Burger, Coast to Coast, Chiquito, ASK, Pizza Hut, Ed's Easy Diner, Frankie and Benny's and Giraffe. Click here to search for restaurants.
COMMUTER TRAVEL CLUB: FIRST BUSES DISCOUNT
Scrutton Bland are now part of the Commuter Travel Club with First buses so employees can get a discount on monthly tickets. This applies to First buses across Suffolk, Norfolk and Essex.
You can purchase a monthly ticket with a discount from the standard price, paid for on a direct debit basis. There is no contract, so staff can cancel at any time, and the price is fixed for 12 months from the date of the first purchase. Tickets are all digital, so you will need to have a smart phone to take advantage of the deal, but the process is very simple.
Sign-up and purchase instructions:
1.Visit Norfolk & Suffolk | First Bus or Essex | First Bus 2.Select Log in 3.Select Register 4.Complete Registration Form: Make a note of USERNAME and PASSWORD – these are your login details. If account is successfully set-up - your username will be displayed in the top-right hand corner.
5.Select Region – Select Norfolk & Suffolk or Essex 6.Select Tickets – Select Commuter Travel Club 7.Step 1 of 2 – Select your employer from drop-down menu 8.Step 2 of 2 – Enter company email address
An email, containing a link, will be sent to this email address – *this link needs to be accessed with 30 days of receipt* or any ticket purchases will be cancelled and will no longer be useable. 9.You now have access to your company’s Commuter Travel Club. *IMPORTANT* Before you purchase a ticket *DOWNLOAD THE FIRST BUS APP*. 10.Open First Bus App. Select More on the menu bar and set-up your account. We are sorry but you will need to register separately for a First Bus App account at the moment. 11.You can now purchase your chosen ticket from the Commuter Travel Club. You will be prompted to enter your Tickets account email – this is the email address used to create your account on the First Bus App. When you have entered the correct email address a “tick” icon will be displayed and your purchase can proceed. Following your purchase – the Ticket will be delivered to your Tickets WALLET on the First Bus App.
Help and support | First Bus.
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We are committed to being a responsible employer and we strive to ensure we are doing the right thing by the communities in which we live and work. So have shaped the employee benefits package to include a charitable elements for those who want to be involved in supporting charities & causes in the local community.
1.VOLUNTEERING DAY
2.SB FOUNDATION
SB FOUNDATION
The Scrutton Bland Foundation is a voluntary organisation which has been set up to coordinate our collective fundraising and volunteering efforts, for the benefit of the communities in which we live and work. The idea is that by each individual contributing a minimum of £2 per month, we can make more of a difference to a cause by acting together. All of the money raised through the Foundation goes directly to a relevant community or charitable cause. All decisions about how funds are applied and how our voluntary time is used are made by the members of the Foundation. Members have the opportunity to participate in the direction of The Foundation’s activities by:
VOLUNTEERING DAY
In addition to our other benefits, everyone is granted one “volunteering day” per year, during normal working hours. You will need to ask for approval from your line manager before committing and then log the day off on Employment Hero.
proposing community beneficiaries for The Foundation’s funds and volunteering time
voting on Members’ proposals to decide how The Foundation’s funds and time should be spent
volunteering for The Foundation’s chosen beneficiaries
You can sign up to become a member of the Scrutton Bland Foundation can be accessed here.
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There are a number of additional benefits that can be accessed by visiting the intranet.
THIS CHANGES REGULARLY BUT, IN THE PAST, HAS INCLUDED DISCOUNTS TOWARDS:
HAIRDRESSERS
ATWELLS SOLICITORS
SOPHOS ANTI-VIRUS
AA BREAKDOWN COVER
MEET THE HR TEAM
Head of People & Culture REBECCA WATTS
HRSS Senior Adviser CHLOE TOMKINS-RUSSELL
rebecca.watts@scruttonbland.co.uk
chloe.tomkins-russell@scruttonbland.co.uk
HRSS Senior Adviser KAE EDDINGS
HRSS Associate REBECCA MOLPHY
kae.eddings@scruttonbland.co.uk
rebecca.molphy@scruttonbland.co.uk
www.scruttonbland.co.uk BENEF082024V1
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