“Who’s There for HR?” | Jayne Harrison on the Reality of Wellbeing Roles

This episode of the Working Well-Beings Podcast, recorded live at the Health & Wellbeing at Work Conference, features Jayne Harrison, an Employee Voice Manager, sharing insights on workplace wellbeing, employee engagement, and the challenges of supporting staff in modern organisations. In this impromptu conversation, Jane discusses the importance of creating space for employees to share their experiences — and why, despite the growing number of tools and platforms available, many people still struggle to engage with wellbeing initiatives. From community-building and communication challenges to the future of wellbeing roles, this episode explores what organisations are getting right — and where there’s still work to do. 🎙 In this episode, we discuss: Why employees don’t always engage with wellbeing platforms The role of community in supporting HR and wellbeing professionals What an Employee Voice Manager does (and why it matters) The challenges of finding the right support for diverse workforces Why one-size-fits-all wellbeing approaches don’t work Whether workplace wellbeing needs standards or qualifications The impact of the Employee Rights Bill on HR and wellbeing Supporting people who don’t speak up or share their voice Jane also shares practical reflections from the conference floor — highlighting the importance of connection, conversation, and creating space for people to prioritise their own wellbeing. 📍 Recorded live at the Health & Wellbeing at Work Conference. 🔔 Subscribe for conversations on leadership, HR strategy, workplace wellbeing, and organisational culture.