Awards and accreditations

We work hard to make Shaw Trust a great place to work for all of our employees and are particularly proud that we have been awarded the following accreditations:

Best Companies – One to Watch 2009
We are delighted to receive this accreditation and earn our place in the Best Companies Guide at our first attempt. We have 1,400 staff based around the UK and it is important that every one of them, whether they are based in Paisley or Portsmouth, feels that they are part of a successful team.


Britain’s Top Employers 2009
For the 3rd year running we are recognised as one of Britain’s Top Employers 2009. Find out more on Britain’s Top Employers, read the news article.


Stonewall Diversity Champion and Top 100 Employers 2010
Shaw Trust has been a Stonewall Diversity Champion for 3 years, improving our ranking in the Stonewall Top 100 Employers awards to 41st place this year. Find out more about the Stonewall’s workplace equality index .


“Equality and Diversity are what are all about. We are committed to achieving equality for our clients and to continue to champion it in our own workplace. I would hope that Shaw Trust will become number one over the next few years.”
Mark Lomas, National Equality and Diversity Manager


Investor in People
Enabling individuals to achieve their potential in the workplace is central to our mission and applies equally to our staff as well as our clients. As an Investor in People, we offer excellent development opportunities.


Jobcentre Plus Local Employment Partnerships
We encourage applications for all sections of the local community, including Jobcentre Plus target groups.


Recruitment Awards 2008 - Winner of Diversity Award
The success of our recruitment processes in encouraging a diverse workforce was recognised at the Recruitment Awards 2008, where the HR team were proud to win the Diversity Award.


Mindful Employer
As a member of Mindful Employer and a pioneer in tackling the taboo of mental health in the workplace, Shaw Trust has a positive attitude to managing mental ill health. For further information on our campaign and research in this area visit www.tacklementalhealth.org.uk


UK Council for Access and Equality (UKCAE)
Shaw Trust chairs UKCAE’s Council of Reference and plays a lead role in encouraging inclusive organisations and compliance with equality legislation and best practice. Download the UKCAE Inclusion Statement


STAR awards
Every year we recognise the achievements of everyone who contributes to the success of Shaw Trust, including employees, clients, volunteers, employers and other partner organisations. Read about the 2009 STAR Awards winners.

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