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Stepping Stones Care Survey 2024: A Glimpse into Employee Satisfaction

18 September 2026

At Stepping Stones Care, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Their feedback and satisfaction are critical to our success. This year, we conducted our 2024 Employee Survey to gauge employee sentiments and identify areas for improvement.

The survey, which was distributed on March 28, 2024, received an impressive response rate, reflecting a 20% increase in participation compared to our 2023 survey. This blog post highlights the key findings and insights from the survey.

Survey Structure

The survey featured 22 questions, each rated on a five-point scale with 1 being Strongly Disagree and 5 being Strongly Agree.

Additionally, employees were asked three free-text questions to share their thoughts on what we do well, areas we need to improve, and suggestions for future change.

Key Highlights

Top-Rated Statements

The survey results revealed several areas where Stepping Stones Care excels. Here are the top-rated statements with their average scores:

·      “I am proud to work for Stepping Stones Care”: 4.59

·      “I would recommend Stepping Stones Care as a great place to work”: 4.54

·      “I know what I need to do to be successful in my role”: 4.39

·      “I feel a sense of inclusivity at Stepping Stones Care”: 4.37

·      “I feel senior management are approachable and supportive”: 4.34

·      “I believe there are good career opportunities for me at Stepping Stones Care”: 4.34

·      “This is a great company for me to make a contribution to my development”: 4.34

Overall Average Scores

The company-wide average score from the survey was an impressive 4.21 out of 5. Here’s a breakdown of how our employees rated their experiences:

·      69% of respondents averaged a score of 4 or above.

·      88% of respondents averaged a score of 3.5 or above.

·      25% of respondents averaged higher than 4.75.

·      Only 4% of respondents averaged less than 3.

Insights and Reflections

These results are a testament to the positive work environment and culture we are promoting at Stepping Stones Care. Our employees feel proud, supported, and see clear career opportunities within the Company.

Areas for Improvement

While the overall results are encouraging, the free-text responses provided valuable insights into specific areas where we can make improvements throughout the Company.

Based on the survey results, we are committed to taking actionable steps to address the feedback. Here are some initiatives we plan to implement:

– Improved Systems

– Improved Processes

– More Specialist Training

Conclusion

The Stepping Stones Care 2024 Employee Survey has provided us with invaluable feedback. We are thrilled with the positive responses and are committed to making continuous improvements to ensure Stepping Stones Care remains a great place to work. We want to thank all our employees for their participation and for sharing their thoughts. Together, we will continue to build a supportive, inclusive, and successful workplace.

Stay tuned for updates on our progress and upcoming initiatives. Let’s keep moving forward, together!

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