Stepping Stones for Families has a number of family working friendly policies in place and we pride ourselves in supporting our workforce fully to find a family/work life balance.
This approach is valued by our staff:
“My work balance is fine now, as I can give 100% to both work and home without worrying about shifts at work”
“I don’t think I would have been able to continue with my employment if I hadn’t received (and still do) the support and flexibility when I did, therefore, I am grateful that Stepping Stones for Families focus on my family aspects and see the whole picture”
“I have the opportunity to work flexibly which allows me to achieve a work life balance with no stress”
“Stepping Stones for Families has always treated me an an individual and listened to me if I have needed help or support”
We have been recognised with the Healthy Working Lives Award for over 10 years which has provided a structure to support workers towards a healthier life by providing up to date information on current health topics and planning activities which help our workers focus on healthy choices. The importance of health and wellbeing of our workforce is recognised by our managers and promoted throughout our services.
Over the past few years we have seen a reduction in staff absence. This may be attributed to a focus on health, safety and wellbeing needs in the workplace.
WOW! We are Platinum
We held Investors in People Gold now we have risen to the dizzy heights of Platinum. Only 1% of accredited companies currently hold this award.
We are immensely proud of our people who consistently strive to achieve great things.
At our award event Bonnie Clark Investors in People CEO said-
“It has been a true privileged to share this celebration with Stepping Stones for Families. The Platinum Investors in People award only tells part of this organisation's incredible story.
The work they do is life affirming and joyful and the award is an important recognition for the positive contribution they selflessly make to so many people’s lives. It was an honour to share stories with some of their families and see first-hand the impact they make.
They really are leaders in their sector, for their people practices and for the common goal all the team share to make life more positive for the families they serve.” (Bonnie Clarke)
The assessment process was detailed and probing and involved interviewing staff across the organisation undertaking a variety of roles, observing a team working together and interviewing the Chair of the Board.
The assessor noted a culture of appreciation throughout the organisation where staff value and respect each other. Recognition that happens naturally and organically, without the need for formal structures.
She reported that everyone she spoke to was clear that high performance = doing great things for families.
We intend to celebrate this achievement with all of our staff when we get together later in the year.