Red Watch Security Limited

The Investors in People Awards 2025 - Finalist Case Study

Red Watch Security Limited

Nominated for The Award for UK Employer of the Year: Accredited (50-249 people)

Why did you enter the Investors in People 2025 Awards?

At Red Watch Security Ltd, we believe that our greatest strength lies in our people. Entering the Investors in People Award 2025 is our way of celebrating the passion, professionalism, and dedication that our team demonstrates every single day and to benchmark ourselves against the very best employers across the UK.

Our journey with Investors in People has been transformative. The framework has helped us strengthen our leadership, embed a culture of trust and accountability, and continuously improve how we support, recognise and develop our workforce. We have seen first-hand how investment in people drivers higher performance, greater engagement and exceptional service delivery across our contract. Entering the Awards allows us to:

  • Celebrate our team’s achievements – acknowledging the commitment and resilience of our employees who makr Red Watch Security Ltd the trusted brand it is today.
  • Showcase our Progress – Demonstrating how we have used the IIP framework to improve wellbeing, engagement, training and leadership at every level of the company.
  • Inspire others in our industry – Encouraging a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion and opportunity across the wider security sector.

Ultimately, we entered because these Awards reflect what we stand for – people, purpose and progress.

We want to share our story, highlight our team’s journey, and reinforce that in a sector often focused on procedures and compliance, it is the people who make the real difference.

What has it meant to you, your team, and your organisation to be shortlisted for an Investors in People 2025 Award?

Being shortlisted for an Investors in People 2025 Award is an incredible honour and a proud moment for everyone at Red Watch Security Ltd. It represents far more than external recognition, it validates the commitment, culture and collective effort that underpin everything we do.

For our team, it has been a huge morale boost. Many of our colleagues work tirelessly in demanding front-line environments, often going above and beyond to protect people and property. Knowing that their contribution has been recognised on a national scale has created a real sense of pride and belonging. It has strengthened team cohesion, reinforced the value of their roles, and reminded everyone that their efforts truly make a difference.

For our leaders and managers, it has been a reflection of how far we have come as a company. The shortlisting confirms that our continued investment business performance but also building a culture where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

For the organisation as a whole, this achievement reinforces our core belief that people are our most valuable asset. It validates our ongoing journey with the IIP framework, from embedding robust communication channels and recognition initiatives to strengthening mental health support and career development pathways.

Being shortlisted among so many outstanding employers across the UK security sector inspires us to go even further, to continue evolving, listening and investing in our people. It is a milestone we are incredibly proud of and one that motivates us to maintain the high standards that earned us this recognition in the first place.

What would it mean to your organisation to win an Investors in People 2025 Award?

Winning an Investors in People 2025 Award would be a defining moment for Red Watch Security Ltd a powerful validation of our belief that true business success begins and ends with our people.

In an industry that often focuses on compliance, procedures and performance metrics, this award would highlight the human side of security: the leadership, care and teamwork that make exceptional service possible. It would recognise the everyday efforts of our officers, managers and support teams who consistently go above and beyond, often in challenging circumstances, to protect people, property and communities.

For our employees, winning would be a moment of immense pride, proof that their hard work, professionalism and resilience have set the benchmark for excellence across the UK within the Security Industry. For our clients, it would reaffirm that they are partnering with an organisation that values integrity, trust and people-first leadership as much as operational quality.

For Red Watch Security Ltd as a whole, it would make the culmination of years of growth, reflection and transformation under the IIP framework and serve as motivation to continue improving, learning and leading with purpose.

Ultimately, winning would not just be a trophy on the shelf, it would be a symbol of who we are and what we stand for: a People-Powered Company built on Communication, Culture and Care.

How important is it for your organisation to be a part of the Investors in People community and engage in awards and events like this one?

Being part of the Investors in People community is extremely important to Red Watch Security Ltd, as it connects us with like-minded organisations that share our passion for continuous improvement, people development and purpose-driven leadership.
In an industry where operational demands can sometimes overshadow the human element, Investors in People provides a vital framework that keeps us grounded in what truly matters – our people. It challenges us to reflect, evolve and consistently raise our standards in how we recruit, training and support our workforce.

Engaging in awards and events such as this allows us to benchmark our progress against the very best, share good practice and celebrate the achievements of our team. It also reinforces to our employees that their wellbeing, growth and contribution are central to our success.

The IIP community gives us access to new ideas, leadership insights and peer learning opportunities that help us innovate, inspire and drive cultural excellence. For us, it is not just about recognition, its about being part of the wider movement that values people, promotes integrity, and champions positive change across our industry.

Being part of this community strengthens our resolve to keep investing in our people and ensures that Red Watch Security Ltd continues to grow as an employer of choice – one that leads by example in professionalism, inclusion and care.

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