Deal was made in conjunction with union

A landmark pay deal has been ratified by a Scottish care charity.

Paisley-based Kibble Education and Care has agreed to a 7.5% pay increase over two years for its 800-strong workforce.

The deal was made in conjunction with the union Unison.

Kibble said it has made the deal as part of its commitment to delivering exceptional care and education to children and young people across Scotland and that it would help staff achieve greater financial stability amid the cost-of-living crisis.

“The agreement reflects Kibble’s strategic focus on workforce wellbeing, acknowledging that a motivated and skilled team is essential to maintaining the highest standards of care,” the charity said.

The charity had intended to downgrade staff pay and conditions earlier this year but withdrew after talks with Unison.  

Jim Gillespie, chief executive of Kibble, said: “This two-year agreement not only demonstrates how much we value our staff but also recognises the vital role they play in transforming young people’s lives,” Gillespie said.

“It is a clear reflection of our ongoing commitment to staff pay and conditions, job security and staff wellbeing.”

Mark Ferguson, Scotland convenor and Renfrewshire branch secretary at Unison, said: “This pay settlement gives our members some certainty around pay during these challenging times.

“We will continue to work with Kibble Education & Care to establish an agreed process for pay going forward and to safeguard jobs and terms and conditions of employment.”