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equal opportunities policy: (the benefits of having the policy for the…

equal opportunities policy:

implementation plan strategies:

A named person to oversee and be responsible for the policy

Commitment from senior managers and staff to take responsibility for implications

Training staff so they are aware of implications and changes to policies/legislations. Keeping staff up to date

Provide procedures/guidelines to ensure staff work within the law and responsibility

Provide appropriate resources/ equipment so that they can do their job properly.

Staff policies to ensure that the policies are communicated

monitoring the policies effectiveness

Questionnaires for staff and parents- staff about the training they receive and parents about how they feel their child is supported by the policy.

Feedback from service users – comment box

Staff training days where they provide feedback (links back to the first point)

Observation days- inspection of other staff members to provide constructive feedback

Meetings to discuss concerns and raise issues

Appraisals to review and target performance.

the benefits of having the policy for the people who use the service.

System of redress/ know how to complain

Develops self-esteem, self-worth, self-confidence, feels respected, valued

Pwus know what to expect e.g. confidentiality procedures

Helps to prevent discrimination, bullying and raise awareness

the benefits of having the policy for staff members

Helps them to do their job effectively

Ensures that they are treated fairly/ with equality

Guides them on good practice and legal requirement

Helps to protect them from accusations/ or discrimination/ feel safe

Ensures that they are all working to the same high standards

System of redress/ know how to complain

Promotes opportunities for staff e.g. promotions

Boosts morale and increases worker retention.

Advertise in a wide range of areas- to ensure different groups can access the job

Use an equal opportunities logo- encourage everyone

Non-discriminatory language in the advert- so none is put off applying

A range of formats available- allows all to access it

Follow recommendations from policies/ code of practice

Consult relevant commissions/ legislations.

staff selection and interviews

Same questions to ensure a fair interview

No personal questions that would disadvantage certain groups

Mixed panel to ensure a fair representation and balanced views

Accessible time and place so that certain groups are not disadvantaged

Select candidates on merit- use fair criteria, no prejudice

Candidates are made aware of the selection criteria to ensure that these are consistently applied.