At The Sanctuary Garden, we are committed to fostering a fair, inclusive, and supportive workplace in line with the Scottish Government\u2019s Fair Work First principles. As a small organisation dedicated to building community through sustainable gardening and local engagement, we strive to ensure our employment practices reflect our values of respect, opportunity, and wellbeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our Commitments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Real Living Wage: We will pay all our staff, including apprentices aged 16 and over, at least the Real Living Wage, ensuring a fair income that supports a decent standard of living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Effective Workers\u2019 Voice: We value the input of our team and provide open channels for feedback, including regular one-on-one meetings and anonymous surveys, to ensure every voice is heard and shapes our work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Secure Employment: We avoid inappropriate use of zero-hours contracts, offering stable and predictable hours wherever possible to provide security for our staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Workforce Development: We invest in our team\u2019s growth by providing access to training opportunities, such as horticultural workshops and leadership skills sessions, tailored to support career progression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No Fire and Rehire: We commit to never using \u201cfire and rehire\u201d practices, ensuring fair treatment through open consultation in any business changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Diversity and Inclusion: We actively promote an inclusive workplace, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds and taking steps to address pay and opportunity gaps through transparent recruitment and equal pay reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As a small organisation, we implement these practices proportionately, ensuring they are meaningful yet manageable. By embedding Fair Work First principles, we aim to create a positive, fulfilling workplace that benefits our team, our community, and the environment we serve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more information about our work or to join our team, please contact us via our website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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