It's official! We have received our 'Living Wage Employer' award. At JDD Furniture, we have always paid everyone on the team above the National Living Wage, and now we have the paper to prove it. We are committed to paying above this standard well into the future. This includes various other benefits such as free gym memberships, personal training sessions, trained mental health support, annual bonuses, and team nights out!
At JDD Furniture, we treat everyone like family and operate as a single unit, from reception to design, customer service to installation. Our commitment to fair wages and employee well-being is a core part of our identity. Little steps like paying above the National Living Wage helps give our success back to our employees.
What benefits does it have for us and our staff?
- Higher Income: Increased take-home pay, providing greater financial security and helping cover essential living costs such as housing, food, and utilities.
- Ability to Save: With more disposable income, employees are better positioned to save for future needs.
- Reduced Stress: Higher wages can alleviate the stress of financial problems by reducing the worry about making ends meet.
- Feeling Valued: Make employees feel more respected and valued by their employer, which is reflected in their work.
- Increased Motivation: A higher wage often boosts motivation and work ethic, as employees are likelier to feel that their efforts are recognised and rewarded.
- Mental Health Benefits: Financial stability improves mental health by reducing anxiety and stress related to money issues.
- Stronger Commitment: Employees are likelier to remain loyal to an employer who pays the NLW, reducing turnover and fostering a positive workplace culture.
- Reduced Income Inequality: Being paid a living wage helps reduce income inequality, contributing to a fairer and more just society, which can enhance employees' sense of social responsibility and belonging.
In summary, paying the National Living Wage positively affects our employees by improving their financial security, quality of life, job satisfaction, health, and opportunities for growth while fostering loyalty and a sense of fairness in the workplace.
