Dendy Byrne is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to treating all employees, stakeholders and clients in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. We are further committed to supporting, developing and promoting diversity and equality in all of our employment practices and activities, with the aim to establish a culture that is free from discrimination, and which encompasses the values of dignity, fairness and respect.
All employees have access to facilities, career opportunities and employment on an equal basis, irrespective of race, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, transgender identity, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, religion or belief (the protected characteristics).
Our aim is to have and maintain a fully inclusive organisation and to promote a culture of diversity and quality.
We will:
- Take steps to ensure that employee have a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
- Not discriminate, act unlawfully or in breach of the Equality Act 2010
- Regularly review our approach to equality and diversity
- Support our employees should they feel that they have been the victim of discrimination, harassment or victimisation, even when this may have arisen from outside of the organisation
- Make adjustments to working practices or office facilities and services to support employees should the need arise
This policy applies to the entire organisation and at all stages, from recruitment, to employment, training, work conditions, renumeration and career progression. We have developed further policies to support our position, including our Family friendly policy.
Employees are paid on an equal basis, with no differentiation relating to any of the protected characteristics.
Our diversity policy builds upon progress made through equal opportunities. We recognise that diversity is about respecting and valuing the differences that we each bring to work. We seek to address any inequalities and remove barriers that may prohibit a diverse culture in our organisation.