Seddon secures Platinum 5% Club membership
We have proudly met the criteria to be awarded Platinum membership of The 5% Club for 2024-2025. Having first achieved the award in 2021-2022, and Gold in 2023, we are thrilled to maintain this recognition and further cement our commitment to workforce growth.
The award highlights our continual commitment to further developing our employees through ‘earn and learn’ schemes, including sponsored course placements, graduate schemes and apprenticeships.
The Employer Audit rigorously assesses our efforts and commitment to social mobility, diversity and inclusion. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce, after all our core belief, ‘people make places’, is a driving force behind our unwavering commitment to developing our workers.
Our commitment to investing in our people
Nicola Hodkinson, director and owner of Seddon, said: “For the past few years, we have been recognised by The 5% Club for our commitment to the development of our workforce. We are immensely proud to be awarded the Platinum membership.
Our staff are the drivers of success behind our projects and we prioritise their wellbeing and career development to ensure they can grow in all areas. We welcome and encourage diversity and we will continue to work towards this goal.”
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, added: “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Seddon who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of 'earn and learn' initiatives.
Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving the Platinum membership, Seddon has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”
Shaping the future through ‘Earn and Learn’ Schemes
At Seddon, we are proud to offer a robust range of ‘earn and learn’ programmes to cultivate future leaders and equip them with the skills needed to succeed.
These programmes include:
- Apprenticeships: We offer structured apprenticeship programs across various disciplines, providing hands-on experience alongside academic learning.
- Graduate schemes: Our graduate schemes welcome talented individuals and offer them a comprehensive development program to launch their careers.
- Sponsored course placements: We invest in our existing employees by sponsoring their participation in relevant courses for career advancement.
Our commitment to workforce development extends beyond achieving Platinum membership. We continuously explore new initiatives and refine existing programs to ensure a flourishing talent pipeline to the workforce.
Are you passionate about joining a company dedicated to your growth? We invite you to explore career opportunities at Seddon! Visit our careers page to learn more.
Aligning with the 5% Club’s mission
The 5% Club, established in 2013, aims to increase employment and career prospects for young people while equipping the UK with a skilled workforce, ensuring that Britian’s economy remains competitive.
Through initiatives like apprenticeships, sponsored student programs, and graduate schemes, The 5% Club’s mission seamlessly aligns with Seddon’s commitment to fostering growth, diversity, and opportunity for the existing and next generation of professionals.