The accreditation recognises excellence in Health & Safety and is achieved through a review of health and safety performance of the business, from management right through to the implementation of associated systems in the workplace.Benefits to the business include benchmarking effectiveness of health and safety systems, identifying areas for improvement and a safer working environment for all.

The news comes on the back of Oakhill STC receiving confirmation that, six months after adopting the Investors in People framework for business improvement, they have been now been granted Investors in People status.

Commenting on today’s announcement Paul Cook, Managing Director of Children’s Services said: "These are tremendous achievements for everyone at Oakhill STC, who have worked tirelessly to ensure we gained these important accreditations.  Our commitment to our people and to those in our care is of paramount importance and we are delighted to be recognised in this way.”