Wealden District Council receives Carer Friendly award for workplace support
The award recognised efforts to support employees and residents with caring responsibilities.
Wealden District Council has become the first council to earn the Carer Friendly award from Care for the Carers.
The award recognised efforts to support employees and residents with caring responsibilities.
Key initiatives included the introduction of Carers Champions to help staff balance work and caring, and the launch of ‘Think Carer’ training to help employees better understand carers’ experiences.
The award was presented to Councillor Greg Collins, Alliance for Wealden (Green Party) and Lead Councillor for Finance, HR and Customer Services, by Jennifer Twist, CEO at Care for the Carers.
Collins said: “This award not only acknowledges the council’s commitment to existing staff, but also shows potential job seekers that we care.
“We understand that many employees have responsibilities outside of work, and we’re proud to be recognised for the support we offer carers.
“By supporting our staff in this way, we are ultimately enhancing the quality of service we provide to our customers too. Being a supportive employer is simply the right thing to do.”
Twist said: “Achieving Carer Friendly accreditation isn’t just about recognising the dedication of employees who care—it’s about building a more compassionate, supportive workplace that benefits everyone.
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