VOCAL (Voice of Carers Across Lothian) supported Bright Sparks throughout the process, including providing examples and advice in the creation of their Carers Leave policy, reviewing the required documents to achieve the accreditation, and providing encouragement for the team throughout the process.

The Carer Positive award is presented to employers in Scotland who have a working environment where carers are valued and supported. Being carer positive helps to retain experienced members of staff, reduce absence, and cut down on avoidable recruitment costs.

Contact VOCAL to learn more about becoming Carer Positive accredited, and how they can support your organisation: https://www.vocal.org.uk/practitioners-employers/inclusive-workplaces/