Equality & Equal Opportunities Policy¶
FooEngine is committed to building a workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We value diversity and aim to create an environment where people from all backgrounds feel welcome, included and able to thrive. We are committed to eliminating unlawful discrimination in employment and in the way we work with clients, partners and suppliers. This is both the right thing to do and good for business.
Equal Treatment¶
Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of any protected characteristic, as defined under the Equality Act 2010, including:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage or civil partnership
- Pregnancy or maternity
- Race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, pay, training, promotion, performance management, conduct, disciplinary procedures and termination of employment.
Working Environment¶
FooEngine aims to provide a working environment free from:
- Discrimination
- Bullying
- Harassment
- Victimisation
This applies to:
- Home and remote working
- Online communication tools
- Client and partner interactions
- Work-related travel and events
All employees share responsibility for maintaining a respectful, inclusive workplace.
Unacceptable Behaviour¶
You must not discriminate against, harass or victimise:
- Colleagues
- Job applicants
- Clients or customers
- Suppliers or partners
- Visitors or members of the public in work-related interactions
This applies inside and outside normal working environments when representing FooEngine.
Individuals, as well as the Company, may be held liable for discriminatory conduct carried out in the course of employment.
Raising Concerns¶
If you believe you have experienced discrimination or unequal treatment, you may raise this confidentially through:
- Your line manager
- Senior management
- The Grievance Procedure
Complaints relating to bullying or harassment are also covered under the Dignity & Respect at Work Policy.
All concerns will be taken seriously and investigated appropriately.
Breaches¶
Breaches of this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal for gross misconduct.
Some discriminatory behaviour, including harassment, may also constitute a criminal offence.
Training and Development¶
FooEngine aims to provide fair access to training, development and progression opportunities so employees can reach their full potential.
See Continuous Improvement for further details.
Diversity and Inclusion¶
Where appropriate, FooEngine may monitor workforce diversity to help:
- Promote equality of opportunity
- Identify potential barriers
- Support inclusive practices
Any such monitoring will be conducted sensitively and in line with data protection requirements.
Disability and Reasonable Adjustments¶
If you have, or develop, a disability, you are encouraged to inform management so that reasonable adjustments or support can be considered.
Requests will be handled sensitively and in confidence.