The Equality Act 2010 has identified 9 protected characteristics, this means that you cannot discriminate against people because they have these characteristics:
> Age
> Disability
> Gender Reassignment
> Pregnancy and Maternity
> Race
> Sex
> Religion or Beliefs
> Sexual Orientation
> Marriage and Civil Partnerships
Types of Discrimination
- Direct Discrimination – Someone is treated less favourably than another person because of a protected characteristic (PC)
- Indirect discrimination – Can occur if you have a rule/policy that applies to everyone but disadvantages a particular PC
- Victimisation – Someone is treated badly because they have made supported a complaint or grievance under the Act
- Harassment – Employees can now complain of behaviour they find offensive even if it is not directed at them
- Harassment by a third party – Employers are potentially liable for harassment of their staff by people they don’t employ
- Discrimination by perception – Direct discrimination against someone because the others think they possess a particular PC
- Associative Discrimination – Direct discrimination against someone because they associate with another person who possesses a PC
We aim to advance the equality of opportunity between people and foster good relations and understanding between different groups and individuals.
We are totally opposed to harassment and bullying in all forms and have developed procedures to ensure that you are safe and have the ability to report any concerns or discuss issues.
We are able to provide additional support alongside your programme to ensure that you are given the opportunities needed to reach your potential, this can include:
- One to one tutorials
- Regular contact with a member of our learner support team
- Functional skills specialist training
- Adapting of assessments to provide access to all
- Provision of resources
Any concerns you have regarding equality and diversity can be reported: support@skillsgroupuk.com