Welcome to Benefits at Bupa

Core benefits

Medical cover

When you join Bupa, you will be automatically opted into the Bupa Health Trust, a comprehensive medical insurance package designed to support the healthcare needs of eligible employees and their families. This benefit offers access to Bupa’s network of healthcare providers, covering a range of medical services from GP appointments to specialist care. It also includes Bupa Blua Health, a digital GP service providing round-the-clock access to medical advice via phone or video calls. Additionally, employees can use the MyHealthcare Allowance, which provides £350 annually to be redeemed for health assessments, dental care, or other Bupa products for themselves or family members​.

Pension / Retirement

As a Bupa employee, you have the opportunity to participate in one of Bupa’s pension plans, depending on your specific business area. If you are eligible and choose to join, Bupa will contribute towards your retirement savings. For those who are not eligible or opt-out of the Bupa pension plans, employees are automatically enrolled in the workplace pension scheme with NEST (National Employment Savings Trust), ensuring that all staff have access to retirement savings support. This provides a safety net to help employees prepare for their financial future with contributions from both the employee and Bupa.

Death Cover

Bupa offers life insurance (death in service) benefits to provide financial support for the families of employees in the unfortunate event of death. This benefit offers a lump sum payout to a nominated beneficiary, helping to ease the financial burden during a difficult time. The death cover is generally a multiple of the employee’s annual salary, ensuring a significant benefit for their family​

Disability Cover

Bupa is committed to supporting employees who may experience long-term illness or disability. The company provides access to disability insurance and comprehensive long-term sick pay schemes, offering financial stability and job protection for those unable to work due to a medical condition. Additionally, through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Bupa offers emotional and practical support for employees facing health-related challenges. This includes access to specialists who can guide them through managing their condition while maintaining their employment​.

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Health & Wellbeing

Bupa offers a wide range of health and wellness benefits aimed at enhancing the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of its employees. These include everything from gym discounts and virtual GP services to mental health support and personalized health assessments

• Gym Membership: Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.
• Cash Plans: Offers cash plans that reimburse costs for routine healthcare, including optical, dental, and other health-related expenses.
• Dental Cover: Includes options for dental cover, which can be extended to family members.
• Health Classes: Bupa provides access to a variety of health and wellness classes to support employees' physical and mental wellbeing.
• Health Screening: Offers annual health assessments, allowing employees to monitor and improve their overall health.
• Cancer Screening: Includes cancer screening services as part of their health checkups.
• Mindfulness App: Provides access to mental health resources, including mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) apps like SilverCloud.
• Virtual GP: Free access to health services, including 24/7 virtual GP consultations via Bupa Blua Health.
• DNA & Epigenetic Testing: Offers DNA and epigenetic testing through the Bupa SmartDNA service to tailor health and wellness plans based on genetic information.
• Health and Nutrition Support: Provides personalized health and nutrition coaching as part of their wellness offerings.
• Eye Care: Free eye tests for employees who regularly use display screen equipment.
• Mental Health Support: Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing 24/7 mental health support, counseling, and expert advice.

Through its comprehensive benefits package, Bupa demonstrates a commitment to helping employees maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle, ensuring they have access to the resources needed for overall wellbeing, both at work and at home.

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Lifestyle

Bupa offers a range of benefits to support sustainability, community involvement, and employee wellbeing, helping staff make positive contributions both at work and beyond.

• Cycle to Work: Bupa offers a Cycle to Work scheme, allowing employees to lease bikes and accessories through salary deductions.
• EV Car Leasing: Through the GoElectric scheme, employees can lease electric vehicles via LeasePlan, promoting eco-friendly travel.
• Charitable Giving: Employees can donate part of their salary to charity, with spare pennies from monthly pay going to Mind Change 4 Charity.
• Volunteering Leave: Employees are entitled to up to 3 days of paid volunteer leave to support community or charity projects.

Bupa’s benefits encourage sustainability and community engagement, helping employees contribute to both their wellbeing and the environment.

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Family

Bupa provides a range of family-friendly benefits to support employees through various stages of parenthood, from conception to adoption, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability.

• Assisted Reproduction Support: Expert guidance through Tommy's Pregnancy and Parenting at Work program for fertility and pregnancy matters.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): 24/7 confidential support for mental health, family, and financial challenges.
• Maternity Leave: Enhanced pay for birth parents during maternity leave, ensuring financial stability.
• Paternity Leave: Enhanced paternity pay for co-parents to take time off and bond with their child.
• Adoption Leave: Enhanced adoption pay to support employees during the adoption process.

Bupa’s comprehensive benefits offer vital support to employees navigating parenthood, providing financial aid and expert resources throughout their journey.

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Finance

• Savings Plan: We partner with Wagestream, Salary Finance, and Leeds Credit Union to provide easy access to savings accounts, including rainy day funds, regular savings, Help to Save, and more. Contributions can be deducted directly from your salary for hassle-free saving.
• Financial Wellbeing Coaching: Free mortgage advice through Charles Cameron & Associates, offering personalized financial education and mortgage advice for employees and their families, whether you're a first-time buyer or re-mortgaging.
• Debt Refinancing Loans: Assistance with managing and consolidating debt to help improve your financial situation.
• Discounts Portal: Through My Bupa Extras, enjoy exclusive discounts and cashback on groceries, travel, entertainment, utilities, and more.
• Legal Services: Access to legal support and advice for various personal matters.Travel Support: Various travel-related benefits and resources to make commuting and personal travel easier.

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Flexible allowance

Bupa provides a range of benefits focused on employee well-being, including access to mental health resources through platforms like SilverCloud and LifeWorks. Financial wellness support is also available through partnerships with Wagestream for savings plans. For travel, Bupa offers comprehensive travel insurance to cover employees during work and personal trips​