Pareto FM has always been a genuine advocate of staff development and pioneers the sector in terms of investing in its people. This is currently of particular importance, given that the Company is continuing to experience substantial growth juxtaposed to the current economic slowdown due to Covid-19. Pareto felt it is critical we utilise this time in a meaningful way to prepare ourselves and our teams for the future ensuring we are all equipped to tackle the challenges of ret

Pareto FM has continued its commitment to promoting and progressing young people in the sector by sponsoring the Young Leader of the Year Award 2021. Run in collaboration with the Emerging Workplace Leaders (EWL) voluntary organisation, the Young Leader of the Year (YLOTY) category has been highly successful in emphasising the wealth of emerging talent seen throughout the FM sector. It is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the Facilities Management sector and pa

When it comes to mental health, going online can mark a huge learning curve for young people, especially once they start senior school and begin to create social media accounts. There’s a vast amount of information online; where children/young people can learn about themselves and those around them. It’s potentially a safer environment to showcase or discuss how they are feeling, as they have the protection of a computer screen and a perceived anonymity. Schools, foundations

Is mental health an issue? How much do our young people know and understand about mental health and mental health issues? Is it something that’s discussed openly or is it taboo? We reached out to a number of teachers across the south east of England, to gauge how mental health is perceived amongst children. Q: How aware of mental health are the majority of the children with whom you interact? A: The feedback was mixed. A few of the teachers felt that the children with whom