Colleagues & Culture

 

Why have we chosen this as a priority area of focus?

We recognise the significant challenges our colleagues continue to face and the resulting disconnection and uncertainty this has created. We will focus on improving their experience because a valued, empowered and thriving workforce will create and lead the innovation we need.

 

What do we want to see 10 years from now?

  • A workforce able to do today’s work today and innovate for tomorrow.
  • We have work and roles that support people’s health, safety and wellbeing.
  • Colleagues are included, supported and empowered to make their best contribution.

 

How will we know if we have achieved that?

  • Continuous improvement in health and safety Key Performance Indicators
  • High staff retention level and low vacancy rates  
  • Further reduction in agency / supplementary staff costs  
  • Fair Work ambitions met  
  • High levels of participation in appraisals  
  • Sustained improvement in mandatory training uptake  
  • Protected time for Learning in all staff rosters  
  • Sickness absence remains below sector average   
  • Increase in positivity in staff experience and /culture surveys  
  • More internal coaches and qualified managers  

 

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