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Hello!
For those of you that haven't met me, my name is Jack. I have recently started the role of Communications Officer and will be responsible...

Jack Milne
Jul 24, 20251 min read
Upcoming Free Webinars from PAM Assist
PAM Assist is pleased to invite you to two upcoming free webinars designed to support health and wellbeing in the workplace:...

Andrea Balogh
Jun 18, 20251 min read
Vote for Your Preferred Webinar Date!
Our upcoming 30-minute webinar , led by a representative from Standard Life , will cover everything from contributions to retirement...

Andrea Balogh
Jun 10, 20251 min read


5 Things You Might Not Know About PAM Assist
Looking after your wellbeing is easier than you think — and PAM Assist is here to help! As part of our commitment to supporting you, PAM...

Andrea Balogh
May 15, 20251 min read


Closed for Easter
Following Andrea's email, here's an Intranet reminder that we'll be closed Good Friday (18th April) and Easter Monday (21st April) in...

Ethel Mendius
Apr 14, 20251 min read


Neonatal Care now included in our Maternity Policy
W e’re pleased to share that our Maternity Policy has been updated to include dedicated neonatal care leave, in line with new legislation...

Andrea Balogh
Apr 9, 20251 min read


What You Need To Know....,
Hi Everyone, Just a quick update regarding PVG changes! Starting on 1 April 2025, the PVG check is now mandatory for all regulated work,...

Andrea Balogh
Apr 2, 20251 min read


Our newly elected Great Place to Work Champions!
We are excited to introduce our newly elected Great Place to Work Champions! A big congratulations to: Justen Boyes – Adult Carers Team...

Andrea Balogh
Mar 18, 20251 min read
Summary of Changes to the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Effective from 1 April 2025
As we approach the 1st of April, significant changes to Scotland's Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme will come into effect. These...

Andrea Balogh
Mar 18, 20252 min read


Shout-out to the supportive team at The Walled Garden & Wisecraft!
Here is a video from David Batchelor telling us what he appreciates about his colleagues at The Walled Garden & Wisecraft. We'd love to...

Ethel Mendius
Mar 5, 20251 min read


Employee Appreciation Day is coming up (7 March)
With Employee Appreciation Day coming up on 7 March, we'd like to know you appreciate about your colleagues at PKAVS! If you have...

Ethel Mendius
Feb 18, 20251 min read


When should we hold the 2025 Staff Connect Day?
Last year, you told us that Staff Connect Day fell during a busy period, and we’ve listened! This time, we want to ask you what date...

Andrea Balogh
Feb 10, 20251 min read
PKAVS Volunteer Committee Meeting – 30 January 2025
The PKAVS Volunteer Committee met for the first time in 2025, and we had a great discussion. One of our volunteers joined us, which was...

Andrea Balogh
Jan 31, 20251 min read


Difficult Conversations Matter
A group of 20 colleagues recently participated in the Difficult Conversations Matter workshop, delivered by Fiona Matthews and Leigh...

Andrea Balogh
Dec 13, 20241 min read


Singing the praises of a successful AGM
Thank you to everyone who played a role in this year's AGM and to the entire PKAVS team for giving us so much to celebrate. It was great...

Ethel Mendius
Nov 29, 20241 min read


Empowering Volunteers: Key Updates from the Volunteer Committee
I’m happy to let you know that the PKAVS Volunteer Committee is making great progress in strengthening our volunteer programme, aligning...

Andrea Balogh
Nov 26, 20241 min read
Movement For Good Awards
We have a chance of winning £1000 in the Movement For Good Awards – with your help. Please could you nominate PKAVS using the link below…...

Alex Taylor
Nov 21, 20241 min read
Race to Recruit: Celebrating success in our hiring marathon
We are thrilled to announce that we have successfully recruited eight new colleagues in June and July! This busy period of hiring...

Andrea Balogh
Jul 11, 20241 min read


Building connections at the Staff Connect Day and beyond
A couple weeks ago, we came together as a team to celebrate our work and reflect on our strategic goals. It was exciting to see so many...

Ethel Mendius
Jul 2, 20241 min read
Sneak peak into the Staff Connect Day agenda
We hope you are all excited about the upcoming Staff Connect Day! Here it is what to expect on the day: Interactive Strategic Plan...

Andrea Balogh
Jun 13, 20241 min read
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