Petty Pool

To deliver exceptional education, within an inclusive environment, building a strong foundation for life.
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http://www.pettypool.org.uk

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The Petty Pool Trust's mission is to support young people with learning disabilities in employment through its vocational college and outdoor centre.

Its spectacular woodland surroundings in Sandiway, near Northwich, are in sharp contrast to its humble beginnings in 1981 when it was based in a portable office in a car park.

It moved to Sandiway in 1999, after forming a partnership with Cheshire College South and West. In spite of the dramatic change, Petty Pool's founding principle did not alter: to support young people with learning disabilities into employment through its vocational college and outdoor centre.

It also promotes their personal development through the provision of challenging activities. The trust works with 113 students with learning disabilities and over 1,000 other young people at the outdoor centre.

Its secluded rural setting allows students who may not benefit from a larger mainstream college setting to learn in a small and supportive environment with an emphasis on kinaesthetic learning, practical delivery and competence-based qualifications.

Activities on offer at the centre include canoeing, abseiling, problem-solving, and archery. Vocational skills taught at the college include horticulture and conservation, animal care, IT, and hospitality and catering. Supported internships are provided.

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Wellbeing

79% of staff agreed

I am happy with the balance between my work and home life

Petty Pool Trust promotes wellbeing through a wellbeing champion. As part of its wellbeing strategy, the company provides two employee days per year where staff go off for a day trip to do some team building. In addition, the company offers an employee assistance program which includes free, confidential counselling.

Personal Growth

79% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

The company has recently updated its values, and the new staff nomination programme is designed to promote these values and keep its employees motivated and engaged. Petty Pool wants rewards and recognition to encourage its employees to start living, demonstrate these values, and empower others to do the same.

My Manager

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My manager would be quick to respond if I showed signs of being under too much pressure

Petty Pool has an open door policy where managers can get advice or guidance when it's needed, encouraging managers to network with other organisations to support best practices and try and give them a buddy. The company also supports employee team events, including yoga and sound bathing sessions to help with meditation and relaxation.

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79% of staff agreed

I am happy with the balance between my work and home life

Petty Pool Trust promotes wellbeing through a wellbeing champion. As part of its wellbeing strategy, the company provides two employee days per year where staff go off for a day trip to do some team building. In addition, the company offers an employee assistance program which includes free, confidential counselling.

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79% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

The company has recently updated its values, and the new staff nomination programme is designed to promote these values and keep its employees motivated and engaged. Petty Pool wants rewards and recognition to encourage its employees to start living, demonstrate these values, and empower others to do the same.

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79% of staff agreed

I am happy with the balance between my work and home life

Petty Pool Trust promotes wellbeing through a wellbeing champion. As part of its wellbeing strategy, the company provides two employee days per year where staff go off for a day trip to do some team building. In addition, the company offers an employee assistance program which includes free, confidential counselling.

Quick Facts

Organisation established in
1981
Total number of UK employees
Number of UK locations
43
Employee average age
18% : 82%
Male : Female employee ratio
9%
Employees earning £35k+
23%
Employee turnover (voluntary)
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I am delighted to be using Best Companies to measure our employee engagement. It is extremely important to me that we understand our team’s thoughts and opinions about the organisation, the behaviours we expect and where they exceed or fall short of our expectations.

Sally Garratt, CEO

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