​Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement 

This statement is a written record that demonstrates that we have shown due regard to the need to eliminate unlawful discrimination, advance equality of opportunity and foster good relations with respect to the characteristics protected by equality law.​

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Moorview Care is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst its team. It is in our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. It is our aim to ensure all team members and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each team member will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. This statement reinforces our commitment to providing equality and fairness to all in our employment and not provide less favourable facilities or treatment on the grounds of age, caring responsibilities, disability, family situation, gender expression, gender identity, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race including ethnic origin, colour, nationality and national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, the effects of the menopause or trade union activities.

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This Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement covers all team members, consultants, contractors, volunteers and agency workers. As part of this, we have undertaken an Equality Impact Assessment.

 

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​What is the objective of this statement:

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The objective of this statement is to set out the zero tolerance approach of Moorview Care to the perpetrators of discrimination in the workplace, whether that be online or in person, and to set out the approach of Moorview Care to diversity, equality and inclusion. As a Company, we want all team members to thrive in an inclusive environment and as a Company, this statement is to confirm that Moorview Care has an open and transparent approach to all aspects of employment, free from discrimination. The working environment which we provide enables everyone to work to the best of their skills and abilities without the threat of discrimination or harassment in the workplace and we aim to create systems and processes that are accessible for all.

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Discrimination:

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We recognise that discrimination is unacceptable and are committed to providing a formal equal opportunities policy to all its existing and potential team members. It is the Company's policy to treat applicants and team members in the same way, regardless of their sex, marital status, age, race, colour, nationality, religion, ethnic origins, disabilities, gender reassignment or sexual orientation.

 

The Company's equal opportunities policy - which is accessible to all the team via MVCX - applies at all times and should influence the way all individuals are treated, whomever they may be. Said policy influences recruitment, career development and training, terms of employment and benefits, and the culture of the Company.

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Moorview Care has the responsibility for ensuring that the policy operates effectively. We expect you to help to ensure that a positive climate exists and we expect you to treat all team members on their merits and to disassociate yourself from any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation or sexual, racial or any other type of harassment.

 

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There are two classes of discrimination:

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Direct Discrimination:

 

• Direct discrimination arises when a person is treated less favourably because of assumptions about the group to which they belong. For example "I won't employ women with children because, if their children are ill, they take time off work"; "Although I will let women work part-time, I will not let men work part-time to look after their children because their wives should look after them".

 

Indirect Discrimination:

 

• Indirect discrimination occurs when a condition is applied which is more difficult for certain groups to meet. For example, a policy that no team member can work part-time would constitute indirect discrimination as many women can only work on a part-time basis in order to meet their childcare responsibilities.

 

Moorview Care regards direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation and harassment on any grounds as a serious matter. Team members who display such behaviour will be subject to the Company's Disciplinary Procedure. These acts will be deemed to constitute gross misconduct and will result in summary dismissal in the absence of mitigating circumstances.

 

Should you feel that you are being treated unfairly; you should either raise a grievance through the Company's Grievance Procedure or follow the procedure set out in the Harassment Policy. If you consider that it is inappropriate to approach your Line Manager, you have the option to approach any other Manager, Director of People and Culture or CEO - all of whom's details are in the Team Handbook.

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement for Moorview Care

Last updated: [October 2024]