01/08/2026
Small changes can make a big difference to how we feel at work.
Our Happier Working Lives programme gives teams the time, tools and support to improve the things that matter most in their workplace. Through three facilitated sessions, participants learn how to identify challenges, test small improvements and create lasting positive change for both colleagues and patients.
The impact doesn't stop when the programme ends.
Three years after attending Happier Working Lives, one participant is still using what they learned to make a difference within their team. By introducing simple changes to communication, colleagues became better informed, more connected and more engaged with training and development opportunities. The team also introduced new ways to recognise and celebrate one another, helping to build a stronger culture of inclusion and belonging.
As they reflected:
"Three years on from attending the Happier Working Lives Programme, the impact of what I learned continues to shape the way we work within Facilities Management."
If you're looking to create a happier, more connected workplace for your team, our next Happier Working Lives cohort begins on 13 October 2026
📧 To find out more or register your team's place, email [email protected]
🔗 More info on the programme can also be found on our website: https://academy.hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/training/happier-working-lives
