Can you tell me about the £500 social care worker bonus?
The £500 Government bonus to health and social care workers is for all staff who were in employment with us between 17 March and 30 November 2020, including those shielding, …
I’ve heard there is support for employees through the National Wellbeing Hub. What is it?
The National Wellbeing Hub was launched to support health and social care workers through the Coronavirus pandemic. The site and telephone helpline offer advice and information to support care workers emotionally …
Is there any counselling help available through my employee benefits?
Balhousie Benefits includes access to qualified counsellors and advisors plus online advice covering stress, health and diet, finances and more. Mental health counsellors are British Association for Counselling and …
What if I require childcare?
As key workers, we would encourage parents to enquire with their local authority about childcare provisions. If an employee is a parent and is experiencing childcare issues, they are entitled …
Do I need a doctor’s note if I have symptoms of COVID-19 and if so why?
No, if you have symptoms, you should not contact your GP.
If you are living alone and have symptoms you will need to stay at home for 10 days from …
Will I receive 80% of my pay if I am off sick or self-isolating because of family members being sick?
If an employee lives with someone who has symptoms they may be eligible to receive full pay as per the Social Care Staff Support Fund. Employees must provide evidence of …
What is self-isolating and how long does it last?
If an employee lives alone and has symptoms, they should self-isolate
They will need to stay at home for 10 days from when their symptoms started and arrange to be tested …
The Scottish Govt has said the children of “key workers” will continue to get access to appropriate learning and childcare from their local authority while schools are closed. What is a key worker?
The definitions of key workers according to the Scottish Government are:
- Category 1 – Health and Care workers directly supporting COVID response, and associated staff; Health and …
What about training?
All non-essential training will be cancelled and we are reviewing the location of essential training to minimise any risk. Essential training should be planned for at the end …
