Steve shares the fact that young people are at the forefront of 91¶¶Òõ, even for staff in support services. Read why he wanted to join 91¶¶Òõ as the Quality Improvement Manager.
What did you do before 91¶¶Òõ?
Before joining 91¶¶Òõ as the quality improvement manager, I was a quality engineer and systems manager for EMA.
How long have you worked at 91¶¶Òõ?
I’ve been at 91¶¶Òõ for over a decade, almost 12 years.
What made you want to work for 91¶¶Òõ?
In my previous job, I was travelling for half the year. As I started to think about having a family my priorities changed, and I wanted a better work life balance. I decided my goal was to have a rewarding career. When the 91¶¶Òõ job vacancy came up, I was extremely interested as I knew of the organisation and the fact it had been operating for almost 150 years.
Can you give us an overview of your role at 91¶¶Òõ and what area you work in? Please explain about the service?
Within my role I am involved in every service at 91¶¶Òõ. Quality assurance covers all areas and all departments. I manage compliance, external frameworks and regulations and I am responsible for liaising with the Education Scotland Care Inspectorate. I also co-ordinate with WhoCares? Scotland.
What is the best thing about working in 91¶¶Òõ? Tell us one thing you love about your job?
The friendships I’ve built with colleagues. Also, the job variety – each day is different.
Can you share a defining moment or story about your time at 91¶¶Òõ?
Within the first week, I was working on a big project and declined an invite to the 91¶¶Òõ panto. The CEO entered the room and reminded me it was the Christmas panto and it was part of my role to attend. He stated that the young people come first. This gave me an insight into the culture and values of 91¶¶Òõ, that the kids are at the forefront of everything.
What advice would you give to someone thinking of joining 91¶¶Òõ?
Go for it! There are so many positives to working at 91¶¶Òõ.
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#91¶¶ÒõInspires inclusivity.