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Human Resources and H&S

We take the needs of our staff team very seriously, and are conscientious in relation to the legalities of employment law and work in conjunction with a national team of employment lawyers.

Human Resources

A key player on our team is Adele who fronts our Human Resources function. As an employer that values its staff as its’ most important asset, the HR function supports and advises staff on employment related matters and also assists our Managers on day-to-day people management, ensuring that the company works in line with employment law and all staff are treated fairly and equally. The HR function provides support to Managers in areas such as recruitment and selection, employee terms and conditions, training and development and performance management. In addition the HR function assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of company policies and procedures such as those detailed in the staff handbook, including the workplace ethics/code of conduct.

We understand that our staff play a key role in the success of the organization, therefore it is our aim to ensure that we only recruit staff that are the best possible candidates for the role, and that their abilities are utilized effectively.

Child Protection is a serious issue. In order to ensure that we achieve our commitment to this all new staff must complete an application form, including all previous employment history. If we feel that their application meets our criteria they are invited to attend a structured interview. If successful, 2 (or more) references will be applied for. In conjunction with these references we also apply to CRB – Criminal Records Bureau, to check that a person is fit to work within a care setting. We also apply for an Enhanced Disclosure. After receipt of relevant and appropriate documentation an official offer of employment would then be made.

Health & Safety

We subscribe to an independent Health & Safety consultant who is able to offer us advice and direction when necessary. As part of this service an annual audit is completed. We have a very thorough Health & Safety manual which is covered as part of all new staff’s induction.