College Named as one of the ‘Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers 2025’

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St Helens College is proud to announce that it has been ranked 77th in the National Centre for Diversity’s Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers Index 2025.

The Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers Index celebrates champions of inclusive cultures and best practice in Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Engagement (FREDIE) within these workplaces.

This recognition is a testament to the College’s ongoing commitment to foster a culture of inclusivity across its community, ensuring that staff, students, and partners feel valued, respected, and supported to achieve their potential.

Solat Chaudhry, Chief Executive at the National Centre for Diversity said:

“I send my warmest congratulations to St Helens College on successfully reaching number 77 in the Top 100 Most Inclusive UK Employers Index 2025. The inspiring organisations that make the Top 100, demonstrate excellent levels of employee retention and recruitment and clearly demonstrate how they value and respect the people that work for them.  What better than to be recognised by peers and those travelling in the same direction towards the common goal of Fairness in the workplace. It is hugely motivational.”

Simon Pierce, Principal of St Helens College, added:

“Being named one of the Top 100 Inclusive UK Employers reflects our dedication to embed inclusivity at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to be recognised nationally for our efforts and will continue to build on this success to ensure our College remains a welcoming and supportive place for all.”

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