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Creating a Coaching Culture in the NHS and Beyond
Why employee health matters more than ever
The UK’s healthcare system is under immense strain. With GP services overwhelmed and NHS waiting lists at record highs, many employees struggle to access the support they need. The impact? Increased absenteeism, presenteeism, and declining engagement, all of which affect business performance.
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Are you an HR leader, business owner, or workplace well-being champion looking to reduce absenteeism and boost productivity?
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Are your employees struggling with long-term health conditions?
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Could your business benefit from a proactive approach to employee health?
The good news is that businesses can take action. Organisations that proactively support employee health can foster a more engaged, productive workforce while reducing sickness-related costs.
With our decades of clinical experience, Peak Health Coaching offer tailored training programmes for Workplace Health Coaching, which is emerging as a powerful solution, bridging the gaps left by an overstretched NHS. So, what does it mean for businesses, and why should HR leaders take notice?
The NHS & GP Crisis: Employees are not getting the support they need
A recent Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) report estimated that the hidden cost of employee sickness has risen by £30 billion since 2018. With NHS delays and limited GP access, employees suffering from chronic conditions, physical or mental, are often left without adequate support.
This has serious business consequences:
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Higher Absenteeism – Employees take more sick days due to unmanaged health issues.
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Rising Presenteeism – Employees work while unwell, impacting productivity.
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Burnout & Disengagement – Mental health challenges increase stress and turnover.
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Chronic Conditions Affecting Retention – Long-term illnesses like chronic pain, diabetes, and stress-related conditions make it harder for businesses to retain top talent.
While the NHS works to address these challenges, businesses cannot afford to wait. The solution? Workplace health coaching.
Workplace Health Coaching: A Practical Solution for Businesses
With GP services stretched thin, businesses have a unique opportunity to step in and support employee well-being.
Peak Health’s workplace coaching programmes provide tailored, proactive support to help employees stay healthy and productive.
How We Can Support Businesses and Organisations
Whether you are just starting to think how you are going support the health and wellbeing of your staff colleagues, or you have a well-established wellbeing team and strategy, Peak Health Coaching has something to offer.
If you are just getting started...
Peak Health Coaching will:
● Work with you to understand your unique situation and an appreciate your wellbeing needs of staff colleagues.
● Provide tailored health coaching programmes to suit your organisational size, team(s) and budget.
● Facilitate engaging Accredited and Approved Training in Health and Wellbeing Coaching for managers and HR teams to enhance their current roles.
● Facilitate more advanced Accredited and Approved Training in Health and Wellbeing Coaching for dedicated Wellbeing Colleagues.
● Support the ongoing development of health coaching skills through supervision and CPD.
● Enhance workplace culture by embedding a proactive, health-conscious and coaching mindset, within teams.
If you have a well-established wellbeing team...
Peak Health Coaching will:
●Appreciate the previous training of the well-being team members and understand their current needs to create a bespoke support and development package.
● This may include specific training on the latest experience and evidence-based approaches in:
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Metabolic Health
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Mental Health
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Chronic Pain Management
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Working with Groups
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Accredited and Approved Health and Wellbeing Coaching Training.
●Provide Health Coaching Supervision for Wellbeing colleagues, if needed.
● Train Wellbeing colleagues in Action Learning and Peer Support.
● Train Health Coach Supervisors to be able to offer high quality health coaching supervision 'in-house'.
Role-Specific Health Coaching and Related Training
for Businesses
Workplace Health Coaching Supervision and Supervisor Training
Why Health Coaching is a Smart Investment
Workplace health coaching is not just a well-being initiative, it’s a strategic business move. Companies investing in proactive health support see measurable improvements:
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30% Reduction in Absenteeism – Health coaching helps employees manage conditions before they escalate.
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Boosted Productivity – Employees who take control of their health perform better and engage more.
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Lower Healthcare Costs – Prevention through coaching reduces long-term medical expenses.
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Stronger Employee Retention – Businesses that prioritise well-being attract and keep top talent.
A healthy workforce is a productive workforce. The real question isn’t "Can we afford to invest in employee well-being?"—but "Can we afford not to?"
TESTIMONIAL
The London Ambulance Service (LAS) Health and Wellbeing Team completed health coaching accreditation with Peak Health in 2024. The training was well structured, supportive and easily applicable to our patient groups – LAS staff. Attending this training was a new way of working for the team, historically, LAS staff request signposting and solutions from the Wellbeing Hub. This new skill allowed us to be proactive and join our colleagues on their journey to achieving their individual goals. We were then able to embed health coaching within sickness absence support alongside the traditional health goals. Throughout the course and in the months thereafter, the Wellbeing team were supported by Tim and colleagues through group and individual supervision, check-ins and case study reviews. Tim’s encouragement of our work based training and experienced assistance with introducing and changing our offering to colleagues has been a huge benefit to the LAS.
Nicola Shipp
Health and Wellbeing Business Manager
Invest in a Healthier, More Resilient Workforce
If you’re an HR leader, business owner, or workplace well-being champion, now is the time to act.
At Peak Health, we specialise in workplace health coaching that empowers employees to take control of their well-being — leading to higher engagement, better productivity, and improved job satisfaction.
Get in touch today to explore how we can help your organisation build a healthier, more resilient workforce.
0114 291 9137