Fair Work First Statement

RUTS Fair Work First Statement

RUTS is committed to each of the Scottish Government’s Fair Work First criteria and takes a positive approach to Fair Work practices. RUTS is accredited with the Good Business Charter and promote our Fair Work First Statement on our website.

Appropriate channels for an effective voice

  • RUTS organisational policies highlight our commitment to fair and inclusive work practices for all staff. Encourage all staff to have the opportunity to Speak Up and have a voice. RUTS recognise and accommodate Trade Unions and members there of to ensure that those who work for us meet with the principles of the Fair Work First criteria.

Investment in workforce development

  • RUTS invest in developing our staff and have robust induction and personal development plans in place to ensure staff are fully qualified to deliver RUTS programmes and qualifications.  Staff are encouraged to keep CPD up to date and be aware of current trends in our sector.

No inappropriate use of zero-hours contracts

  • RUTS do not offer zero hours contracts or engage people on a sessional contract to cover where an employment contract is more appropriate. All RUTS staff are on permanent contracts.

Action to tackle the gender pay gap and create a more diverse and inclusive workplace

  • RUTS promote and support equality, diversity and inclusion within our workplace. RUTS has a fixed salary structure which eliminates a gender pay gap. RUTS workforce represents the communities that we serve.

Offer flexible and family friendly working practices for all workers from day one of employment

  • RUTS offer flexible and family friendly working practice to all staff from day one of employment, in line with providing the best support to the children and families we work with. We encourage our people to collaborate and feel supported in their place of work.

Oppose the use of fire and rehire practices

  • RUTS do not engage with fire and re-hire practices. RUTS has an inclusive recruitment practice in place, to ensure appointments are made on a fair and impartial basis.

Payment of the real living wage

  • RUTS is an accredited living wage employer and review pay periodically to ensure that staff receive a fair pay for the work that they do.