Charity’s top team celebrates award win
Renfrewshire charity Quarriers is celebrating a top award for its frontline staff.
The organisation has become one of the first in Scotland to achieve Investors in People Platinum status.
The award is the highest level that can be achieved by an employer and puts Quarriers amongst a tiny fraction of companies in the UK to enjoy this accolade.
Renfrewshire MSP and Finance Secretary, Derek Mackay, heaped praise on the Bridge of Weir based charity on winning their award.
He said: “I am delighted to congratulate Quarriers on achieving their Platinum status.
“This is a wonderful reflection of the hard work of not just the management, but more importantly the frontline staff.
“It was heartwarming to hear staff members tell their own stories of the organisation encouraging them to develop their skills, and giving them the opportunity to do so, as well as receiving support when difficult personal issues arise.
“It is very clear to see the family environment which has been created and why they have received this status.
“The work Quarriers do across Scotland is simply fantastic and I am very proud to have their headquarters based in my constituency.”
Around 1,800 hardworking individuals ensure Quarriers is able to provide practical care and support to thousands of vulnerable children, youngsters and adults across Scotland.
The social care charity also offers a range of services for unpaid carers and those affected by epilepsy and disability.
Alice Harper, Chief Executive for Quarriers added: “Qu a r r i e r s is committed to our employees and securing the Investors in People Platinum award really is a fantastic outcome for us all.
“It represents a true team achievement in every sense.
“One of our strategic goals is to achieve excellence and this award demonstrates that we are truly on this journey together.
“My sincere thanks go out to each and every staff member for their cont ribution to this outstanding achievement.”