We are delighted that R G Carter have been awarded Gold accredited membership as part of The 5% Club‘s 2024-25 Employer Audit Scheme, for the third year running.
This accolade recognises our continued commitment to the development of our employees through ’earn and learn’ schemes such as our apprenticeship programme, the study of professional qualifications and support for student based work placements.
With over 8% of our workforce meeting the relevant criteria for Gold, including over 60 apprentices working with us across the Group, we are tremendously proud to be recognised for this support for the next generation and future of our Firm.
By being part of The 5% Club, we proudly stand alongside over 1,100 forward-thinking employers who are dedicated to driving positive change. The 5% Club represents a powerful movement of companies working together to make workplace training more inclusive, diverse, and accessible. Collectively, members support 1.9 million employees, with more than 108,000 individuals participating in “earn and learn” schemes. The Employer Audit rigorously assesses our efforts, future ambitions, and commitment to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion, further strengthening our mission.
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented:
“We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like R G Carter, 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 Gold membership, R G Carter has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”
For more info on The 5% Club view: https://www.5percentclub.org.uk/platinum-gold-silver-bronze/
Read about our Apprenticeships at R G Carter: https://www.rgcarter-construction.co.uk/rgcartercacademy/
More on our Social Value: https://www.rgcarter-construction.co.uk/supporting-social-value/
