Wick Community Hub SCIO is fully committed to the Scottish Government's Fair Work First policy. As a deeply rooted community anchor charity based in Wick, Caithness, we are committed to supporting our staff team with the work they carry out to support the people of our community.

We recognise that our dedicated team is central to achieving our mission and making a positive impact on the lives of the people we serve. Therefore, we are focused on creating a work environment that is fair, fulfilling, and inclusive for all our employees.

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Payment of at the Real Living Wage

We are dedicated to ensuring that all our employees are paid the real Living Wage. This commitment extends to all staff members directly involved in delivering our services.

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Effective Workers’ Voice

We believe in the importance of effective communication and staff engagement. To support this, we have established several channels for our staff to voice their opinions and contribute to decision-making processes. These include regular staff meetings, an anonymous suggestion system, and regular staff feedback surveys. We ensure that feedback is reviewed and acted upon to foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace.

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Investment in Workforce Development

We are committed to the continuous development of our staff. We provide a range of training and development programs tailored to support both organisational success and personal growth. Regular performance and development conversations are a key part of our commitment to nurturing the potential of our employees.

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No Inappropriate Use of Zero Hours Contracts

At Wick Community Hub SCIO, we ensure that zero hours contracts are used appropriately and only when necessary. We offer alternative flexible working arrangements to meet the needs of our employees, ensuring job security and fair treatment.

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Action to Tackle the Gender Pay Gap

We are dedicated to promoting equity and inclusion within our workplace. This includes taking active steps to address and reduce the gender pay gap. We regularly report on gender pay disparities and implement strategies to support underrepresented groups within our organisation.

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Flexible and Family-Friendly Working Practices

Supporting a healthy work-life balance for our employees is a priority. We offer flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies from the start of employment. Our wellbeing initiatives include enhanced sick pay, family leave pay, and access to various support services such as counselling and health programs.

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Oppose the Use of Fire and Rehire Practices

We are firmly against the practice of firing and rehiring staff. We are committed to providing a secure and ethical workplace, ensuring that any necessary changes to contracts are communicated transparently and with adequate notice.