Statement of Policy
We are an equal opportunities employer. The aim of this policy is to ensure no job applicant or employee receives favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, disability, ethnic or national origin, religion, race, colour, nationality, marital status, sexuality, responsibility for dependants, trade union activity and age.
Breaches of this policy will lead to disciplinary proceedings and, if appropriate, disciplinary action.
We will ensure that the policy is circulated to any agencies responsible for our recruitment, and a copy of the policy will be made available for all employees and applicants for employment.
Recruitment, Selection & Personnel Practices
In order to attract applications from a wider community, we will advertise all vacancies in local and/or national press, and local job centres. All applicants who apply for jobs with us will be treated fairly and will be considered on their ability to do the job.
All employees will be given equality of opportunity within the company’s service and will be encouraged to progress within the organisation.
All staff involved in employment procedures will receive training in the application of this policy to ensure they are aware of its contents and provisions.