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  • Makaton Workshop

    Makaton Workshop

    As part of our ongoing commitment to Health & Wellbeing, we’re pleased to offer free Makaton classes to help raise awareness and build confidence in communicating with D/deaf colleagues, visitors, and members of the community.

    📅 When: Tuesday 10 June 2025, 5.30pm-6.30pm
    📍 Where: Classroom 1 (Learning Centre)
    💷 Cost: Free

    Whether you’re a complete beginner or just looking to refresh your skills, these sessions are a great opportunity to learn something new and show your support for inclusive communication.

    To sign up, please email: [email protected]

    Let’s continue to build a more accessible and supportive workplace for everyone.

  • Mental Health Awareness

    Mental Health Awareness

    As part of Mental Health Awareness Month and our ongoing commitment to Health & Wellbeing, we are able to offer support through Health 2 employment, in partnership with Able Futures, who are offering virtual or phone one-to-one consultation slots throughout May.

    These sessions are open to all colleagues who would like to learn more about the support available or discuss their mental health needs in confidence. The service is designed to help individuals have more good days than bad days by offering practical mental health support at no cost.

    Who Can Access the Service?

    You’re eligible if you:

    • Are aged 16 or over

    • Are employed or self-employed

    • Live in England, Wales, or Scotland

    • Experience a mental health issue (including self-diagnosed)

    Book a Consultation
    To arrange a free and confidential consultation, please follow the link below: 👉 Access to Work (Mental Health) – Book an Appointment — Health 2 Employment

    Feel free to share this with friends, family, or colleagues who might benefit.

  • Dance classes are back this Spring!

    Dance classes are back this Spring!

    Dance classes are back this spring!

    Sheila will be hosting classes that introduce participants to the joyful art of dancing: tap, free-style, and ballet. The sessions will take place at the Infant Welfare Building and are free of charge.

    • Starts Monday 28 April — running for 5 consecutive weeks
    • 5.30pm – 6.30pm

    This workshop promises a fun, welcoming, and inclusive experience for all. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to get moving and enjoy yourself, see you there!

    If you would like to take part, please be sure to email [email protected] or let Sheila know.

  • Perkbox Users – Exciting Update!

    Perkbox Users – Exciting Update!

    Perkbox is a special benefit offered by the Museum designed to help you save money on everyday purchases through instant access to deals and discounts from the biggest brands. Not only can Perkbox help with the rising cost of living, but with its built-in wellness hub it also provides valuable resources to support your physical and emotional wellbeing.

    Perkbox in 60 seconds, which can be found here.
    ​Perkbox Tour, which can be found here.

    We’re excited to introduce a new feature Flexi-Points!

    When you log in to Perkbox, you’ll now see your Flexi-Points in ‘My Wallet.’

     What’s great about Flexi-Points?

    ✨ Spend them on any Flexi-Perk you choose – for free!
    ✨ Save them up to use later.
    ✨ Redeem them as voucher codes, QR codes, discount links, or direct access to pre-applied discounts in online stores (varies depending on perk)

    When purchasing a discount voucher through Perkbox, you can now choose to:
    ✔️ Make an instant % saving or
    ✔️ Pay the full price for the voucher and convert your saving into Flexi-Points to spend on future Flexi-Perks.

    🚨 Important: Please note that Perkbox is a contracted employee benefit, and as spaces are limited it is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Perkbox usage will be monitored, therefore any accounts that are inactive for 3 months or more, will be deactivated.

    If you’d like to learn more, please visit Susannah Green in the People & Culture Office.

  • Quiz today – cancelled

    Quiz today – cancelled

    The below event has been cancelled.

    Get your thinking caps on for a chance to win the cash prize at our next Pub Quiz!

    • Thursday 3 April
    • 5pm – 7.30pm
    • Café Black Country
    • £2 pp entry (all money goes to cash prize)
    • Card-only bar
  • Spring and Summer Health & Wellbeing Events

    Spring and Summer Health & Wellbeing Events

    We are hosting exciting Health & Wellbeing events for this spring and summer!

    Join us for a Bostin’ Quiz! Come along and put your thinking caps on for a fun evening.

    • Thursday 3 April
    • 5pm – 7pm
    • Café Black Country
    • £2 pp entry (all money goes to cash prize)
    • Card-only bar

    Join Bookworms Book Club this month!

    • Wednesday 9 April
    • 8.30am – 9.30am
    • Learning Centre Classroom 1 – The Clive Richards Room
    • Participants will receive the next book, The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman, and enjoy tea and biscuits together.

    Dance Workshops with Sheila!

    • Starts on Monday 28 April for 5 consecutive weeks
    • 5.30pm – 6.30pm
    • Lea Road Infant Welfare Centre
    • Free

    Crochet workshops!

    • Thursday 5 June, Thursday 12 June, Thursday 19 June
    • 5.15pm – 6pm
    • Café Black Country
    • Free

    Textile craft!

    • Tuesday 1 July, Tuesday 15 July, Tuesday 29 July, Tuesday 12 August, Tuesday 26 August
    • 5.15pm – 6pm
    • Café Black Country
    • Free

    To sign up for any of these events, please email: [email protected].

    We look forward to seeing you there!

  • Wellbeing events on pause

    Wellbeing events on pause

    Please note that, for the time being, we will be pausing our wellbeing special events calendar. This means that the pub quiz on February 12 will no longer be taking place.

    Please do check back here for updates about the next wellbeing events.

  • Join us for February’s Health & Wellbeing social events!

    Join us for February’s Health & Wellbeing social events!

    The Health & Wellbeing group has some great social events lined up for February – a chance to unwind, connect with colleagues, and have some fun. Whether you love dancing, reading, quizzes, or games, there’s something for everyone!

    Dance Workshop – Get moving and have fun!
    📍 Infant Welfare Centre
    🕔 5.15-6.15pm
    📅 Every Wednesday starting February

    Bookworms Book Club – A relaxed drop-in session to discuss The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and pick our next read!
    📍 LC Classroom 1
    🕣 8.30 – 9.30am
    📅 Wednesday 12 February

    Pub Quiz Night – Test your knowledge, win prizes, and enjoy a great night out!
    📍 Elephant & Castle Pub
    🕔 5pm – 7.00pm
    📅 Wednesday 12 February

    Games Night – Cards, dominoes, board games – bring your competitive side!
    📍 Elephant & Castle Pub
    🕟 4.30 – 6.30pm
    📅 Wednesday 26 February

    Come along and join in – we’d love to see you there!

  • Neurodiversity survey

    Neurodiversity survey

    The Health and Wellbeing group has designed a survey to better understand the unique perspectives and experiences within our workforce. The goal is to identify opportunities for support, training, and deeper awareness of everyone’s needs, values, and emotions. We’re also keen to explore how neurodiversity may impact individuals—whether it’s yourself, a family member, a friend, or a colleague.
    This survey is 100% ANONYMOUS, we will not be able to see any names or teams.
    Please, scan the QR code below to participate. 
    Neurodiversity survey
  • Save like Lisa with Perkbox!

    Save like Lisa with Perkbox!

    Over the past 12 months, Perkbox has helped our colleagues save an impressive total of £8,744.77 through gift cards and discount vouchers, easing the cost of living.

    As part of Reset, we spoke with Lisa Bate, who saved an incredible £500 using Perkbox. Here’s what she had to say:

    “In the past 12 months, I’ve saved £500 using Perkbox by getting discounts on items I was already planning to buy at my regular shops like Tesco, M&S, and Asda. The process is simple: at the till, I check the Perkbox app for available discounts, buy a voucher for the exact amount I need (down to the penny where possible), and scan it to save instantly. Savings might seem small—like £2.47 off a £35 M&S shop—but they add up quickly. My favourite discounts are supermarkets (4–7%), plus stores like Primark (7%), IKEA (5%), and Currys (6%). While the app makes saving easy, watch out for weak internet signals when downloading vouchers, and remember refunds go back onto gift cards. It’s become a fun challenge to see how much I can save every time I shop—good luck saving in 2025!”

    If you’re interested in signing up or would like a demo, please visit Susannah Green in the People & Culture Office. Don’t miss out on these fantastic benefits!