Wave Community Bank is pleased to announce a new employer partnership with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, welcoming the Trust to its Workplace Savings Scheme, Chorus.
The partnership will support NHS staff to build stronger financial resilience through simple, ethical saving and borrowing options accessed directly through payroll.
This collaboration reflects Wave Community Bank’s ongoing commitment to improving financial wellbeing across Kent, Medway, East Sussex, Brighton & Hove, and the London Borough of Bexley, particularly for key workers and frontline staff.
Supporting NHS Staff Financial Wellbeing
Save with Chorus is designed to make saving easy and accessible. Through small, regular payroll deductions, staff can build savings over time without the pressure of lump-sum contributions. The scheme also helps reduce financial stress, improve resilience, and support long-term financial security.
Emma Norledge, Deputy CEO of Wave Community Bank, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust to our growing network of employer partners. They join an array of organisations who are committed to improving financial wellbeing in the workplace and supporting their staff in a meaningful, practical way. Through Chorus, we are able to offer an ethical alternative that helps employees manage their savings and access affordable loans with confidence, giving them greater financial stability and peace of mind.”
Wave Community Bank recognises the vital role NHS staff play in the community and is proud to support Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust by providing practical tools that help staff manage their finances both inside and outside of work.
£25 Savings Bonus for New Kent & Medway Members
To celebrate this partnership, Wave Community Bank is offering a £25 savings bonus to the first 50 new members living or working in Kent or Medway who set up regular savings.
To be eligible for the £25 savings bonus, individuals must:
- Live or work in Kent or Medway
- Earn a maximum of £35,000 per annum
- Join Wave Community Bank
- Save a minimum of £10 per month for three consecutive months
The £25 savings bonus is funded by the England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) and uses money recovered from criminals, including loan sharks, to support new savers. The offer is available to new members joining between by 31 March 2025, subject to availability.
Tackling Illegal Money Lending
Wave Community Bank works in partnership with the England Illegal Money Lending Team to promote safe, affordable alternatives to high-cost and illegal borrowing.
Anyone concerned about illegal money lending can:
- Call 0300 555 2222
- Visit the Stop Loan Sharks campaign website
All reports are confidential.
About Chorus
Chorus is free for employers to introduce and available to organisations based in Kent, Medway, East Sussex, Brighton & Hove, and the London Borough of Bexley. By offering Chorus, employers can provide a meaningful, ethical benefit that supports staff wellbeing without any cost to the organisation.
By partnering with Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust, Wave Community Bank continues to invest in people, workplaces, and communities—helping individuals build financial confidence today and security for the future.