16-07-2025
Software firm near York wins on wellbeing for third year running
Phoenix Software has once again earned a spot on the UK's Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ list – for a third year running!
The company, based at Barmby Moor, Pocklington, says people are at the heart of everything it does, and that means making wellbeing a priority.
Whether it's through flexible working, mental health support, wellbeing champions, or access to a wide range of resources, Phoenix says it continues to invest in ways to help staff feel psychologically safe, supported, and empowered.
According to the most recent staff survey, 90% of employees agree their line manager has an interest in their wellbeing; 86% agree that Phoenix is a psychologically and emotionally healthy place to work, and 95% agree that they are able to take time off work if needed.
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Phoenix says it continues to listen to feedback, evolve wellbeing initiatives, and ensure everyone has a voice when it comes to what support they need.
Wellbeing-focused initiatives include - *Wellbeing hour: Every employee can take a paid hour off work once a month to focus on their mental health.
*Mental health first aid: Phoenix has ten trained mental health first aiders in the company who can offer support to those who need it
* Menopause awareness: Phoenix has done research and had several internal conversations about menopause to find out how it can better support its employees with menopause symptoms.
*EAP: The Employee Assistance Programme provides mental health support to all employees anytime, to make sure everyone gets the help they need.
Furthermore, a Mental health employee resource group offers a dedicated internal network that provides support, organises events, and raises awareness around mental health struggles.
Phoenix managing director Clare Metcalfe said: 'For us, it's all about people. We're a team that genuinely looks out for one another, not just in the day-to-day, but throughout every step of each person's journey here.
"Kindness and respect aren't just words on a wall, they shape how we work and how we treat each other. When our team feels fulfilled and supported, everything else, from personal growth to company success, naturally follows.'
