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Managers/employers role reading list

This reading list covers managers/employers role regarding work related stress. Some resources may only be available to RCN members and RCN programme participants.

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Managers/employers role

British Medical Association (2021) The role of NHS line managers in supporting better mental health. London: Mind.
Guide aimed at line managers in the NHS, to help them to better understand their role in supporting their team's mental wellbeing.
Clarke S, Probst T M, Guldenmund F and Passmore J (2015) The Wiley-Blackwell handbook of the psychology of occupational safety and workplace health. New York: Wiley.
Comprehensive coverage of the major contributions that psychology can make toward the improvement of workplace safety and employee health
Hasson G and Butler D (2020) Mental health and wellbeing in the workplace: a practical guide for employers and employees. Chichester: Capstone.
Provides guidance for both employers and staff on promoting positive mental health and supporting those experiencing mental ill health in the workplace.
Health and Safety Executive (2019) Tackling work-related stress using the Management Standards approach. Norwich: TSO.
Workbook promoting the Management Standards approach to tackling work-related stress.
Health and Safety Executive (no date) Stress and mental health at work.
HSE's main page on the topic of stress at work with links to various resources.
Hesketh I (2019) Wellbeing at work: how to design, implement and evaluate an effective strategy. London: Kogan Page.
Offers guidance on implementing an effective wellbeing strategy in the workplace.
Mind (no date) How to take stock of mental health in your workplace. London: Mind.
This resource for line managers and HR professionals provides practical advice on how to collect vital information about your employees’ wellbeing.
West M, Bailey S and Williams E (2020) The courage of compassion: supporting nurses and midwives to deliver high quality care. London: The King’s Fund.
This report sets out eight key recommendations alongside a set of detailed practical steps to be taken to make progress against each.