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Equality & Diversity Policy

Sycol Ltd recognises the positive benefits of the implementation of an Equality and Diversity Policy. The aim of the policy is to ensure that all employees, potential employees, volunteers and visitors are treated in a fair and equitable manner regardless of their age, disability, marital status, family responsibility, race, colour, ethnic background, nationality, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Sycol Ltd extends this positive attitude in respect of equality and diversity to our contractors, service users and the community.

We will be an equality and diversity champion and leader in:

  • Promoting equality and diversity
  • Challenging and eradicating discrimination
  • Providing responsive and accessible services

In practice this means that we are committed to:

  • Giving all staff the chance to achieve their full potential by striving to eliminate unfairness, discrimination, victimisation, harassment and bullying at work.
  • Dealing with staff solely on the basis of merit and without prejudice, thus ensuring fair, reasonable and dignified treatment for all in:

    • Recruitment
    • Performance management/appraisal
    • Access to training
    • Career development
    • Job allocation
    • Promotion
    • Grievance and disciplinary matters

  • Providing support and encouragement to all staff and volunteers to enable them to give of their best, but with special consideration for members of staff and volunteers with particular needs such as those with domestic responsibilities or with disabilities.
  • Treating staff employed by others (including agency staff and outside contractors) in a professional manner and making sure they are not harassed, bullied or discriminated against.

The Aim of our Policy

  • To ensure all staff are afforded equality of opportunity.
  • To provide a fair structure of Policies and Procedures including Recruitment and Selection, Training, Disciplinary Policy and Procedures and Harassment.
  • To ensure all employees have equality of access to promotion and equal pay.
  • To attract a diverse workforce and utilise the skills, knowledge and abilities available.
  • To create a positive image as an employer and service provider.
  • Increase performance and efficiency, and prevent disciplinary and grievance cases.
  • Zero tolerance of breaches of our Equality and Diversity Policy. All instances of alleged misbehaviour will be investigated under our Disciplinary Policy and Procedures.
  • To recognise the diversity of the residents of, and visitors to, Wales and their diverse backgrounds, culture and needs and ensure that services are delivered appropriately to maximise participation by all.
  • Endeavour to remove any barriers to access the services we provide.
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