Pobl
Good news! Pobl has claimed their Breakroom profile.
They care about what their frontline employees think and want to be a good employer.
DismissPobl are a non-profit housing developer and care services provider operating across Wales.
poblgroup.co.uk
Rating based on 48 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz
About jobs at Pobl
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do workers at Pobl get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
75% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
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Most people get sick pay
Do Pobl pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay.
How we know this
73% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do workers at Pobl do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
36% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Most people get a choice of shifts
Do Pobl workers get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
70% report that their manager gives them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Easy to change shifts
How easy is it for Pobl workers to change shifts?
Most people find it easy to change shifts.
How we know this
70% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it to book a holiday at Pobl?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
83% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it to take sick leave at Pobl?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
70% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do people at Pobl feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do people at Pobl get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
45% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
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Most people enjoy their job
Do people at Pobl enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
82% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do people at Pobl recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
58% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Most people get enough training
Do people get enough training when they start at Pobl?
Most people got enough training when they started.
How we know this
73% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are people given support to progress at Pobl?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 40% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
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Most people feel well informed by head office
Do workers feel well informed about how Pobl is doing?
Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
80% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
How Pobl ranks
Pobl ranks joint 55th to work for out of construction firms.
- 54 FM Conway
- 55= Pobl
- 55= HW Martin
Rankings are based on Breakroom Ratings for employers with 30 or more Breakroom Quiz responses, accurate as of 22 May 2025.
Pobl job reviews
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Best thing
Making a difference to peoples lives, and some are very appreciative it could be the smallest thing in the world but they are always so happy
Worst thing
Travelling from place to place in short amounts of time and not always having background knowledge on new individuals
Support worker at Pobl, December 2024
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Reply from Head of Talent Attraction at Pobl, January 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience—it’s always inspiring to hear about the positive impact our work has on people’s lives. The joy and appreciation you’ve described, even for the smallest gestures, highlight the heart of what we strive for every day. We understand that traveling between locations and meeting new individuals without full background information can sometimes be challenging. If you have any specific suggestions on how we can make this better, we’d love to hear them. Thank you for your dedication and for continuing to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
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Best thing
Best thing is the team where I work are amazing we do a lot of training there’s always someone at the end of a phone anytime of the day or night
Worst thing
Long shifts but every house is different long shifts work better for the individuals we support
Support worker at Pobl, December 2020