Equality & Diversity

Equality & Diversity

Working ethically and collaboratively starts with each one of us, and so you’ll find all our teams bring these qualities to the communities in which they work.

So we are proactive in ensuring our workforce reflects diversity and equality.

That begins with how we approach our employees, and potential employees, in terms of recruitment, selection, pay, promotion, training and career development.

Our Equal Opportunities and Diversity policy champions diversity and equality to all in our employment, irrespective of gender or gender reassignment, race, ethnic origin, disability, age, nationality, national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status (including civil partnerships), and pregnancy and maternity. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.

All employees, whether part time, full time, temporary or permanent, can expect to be:

• Treated fairly and equally
• Selected for employment, promotion, training or any other benefit on the basis of aptitude and ability
• Helped and encouraged to develop their full potential.

We are committed to:

• Creating and maintaining a working environment that promotes dignity and respect to all
• Taking a zero tolerance approach to any form of intimidation, victimisation, bullying or harassment
• Treating breaches of our Equal Opportunities and Diversity policy as misconduct which could lead to disciplinary proceedings
• Reviewing and monitoring our policy annually.