1. Policy Statement
Boostbery Limited is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect.
We believe that diversity strengthens our organisation, enhances creativity and innovation, and enables us to better serve our clients, partners and communities.
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, fostering an inclusive culture and preventing discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying in all aspects of our business activities.
Boostbery aims to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background or any other characteristic protected by law.
This policy reflects our commitment to the principles of the Equality Act 2010.
2. Scope
This policy applies to:
- Directors
- Employees
- Contractors
- Freelancers
- Consultants
- Agency Workers
- Suppliers
- Business Partners
- Job Applicants
The policy applies throughout the employment lifecycle including recruitment, promotion, training, development, remuneration, performance management and termination of employment.
3. Our Commitment
Boostbery is committed to:
- Providing equal opportunities for all.
- Recruiting, developing and retaining talent based on merit and ability.
- Creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.
- Eliminating unlawful discrimination.
- Promoting diversity throughout the organisation.
- Encouraging different perspectives and ideas.
- Treating all individuals with dignity and respect.
- Taking action where inappropriate behaviour occurs.
4. Protected Characteristics
Boostbery will not tolerate discrimination based upon:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender Reassignment
- Marriage and Civil Partnership
- Pregnancy and Maternity
- Race
- Religion or Belief
- Sex
- Sexual Orientation
We also seek to promote fairness and inclusion beyond the characteristics specifically protected by legislation.
5. Recruitment & Selection
Boostbery is committed to fair and transparent recruitment practices.
We will:
- Advertise opportunities fairly.
- Assess candidates based on skills, experience and suitability.
- Apply consistent recruitment processes.
- Make reasonable adjustments where appropriate.
- Promote equal opportunities throughout recruitment activities.
Selection decisions will be based solely on objective business and role-related criteria.
6. Training & Development
Boostbery is committed to ensuring equal access to:
- Learning opportunities
- Professional development
- Career progression
- Skills enhancement
- Leadership opportunities
Development decisions will be based on performance, capability and business needs.
7. Inclusive Workplace Culture
We seek to create a workplace where individuals:
- Feel respected and valued.
- Can contribute openly and confidently.
- Are encouraged to share ideas and perspectives.
- Have equal opportunities to succeed.
- Are supported in achieving their potential.
We recognise that an inclusive culture benefits both our people and our clients.
8. Harassment, Bullying & Discrimination
Boostbery operates a zero-tolerance approach towards:
- Discrimination
- Harassment
- Bullying
- Victimisation
- Intimidation
- Offensive behaviour
Any conduct that undermines dignity, inclusion or equality may result in disciplinary action and, where appropriate, termination of contracts or supplier relationships.
9. Accessibility & Reasonable Adjustments
Boostbery is committed to supporting accessibility and inclusion.
Where appropriate, reasonable adjustments will be considered to support employees, contractors, clients and visitors.
We also seek to promote accessibility within the digital solutions and services we provide.
10. Supplier & Partner Expectations
We expect our suppliers, contractors and partners to:
- Support equality and diversity principles.
- Comply with applicable equality legislation.
- Provide inclusive working environments.
- Treat individuals fairly and respectfully.
We reserve the right to review relationships where significant equality concerns arise.
11. Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
Boostbery is committed to continually improving equality, diversity and inclusion practices.
We will periodically review:
- Recruitment processes.
- Workplace policies.
- Employee feedback.
- Training needs.
- Inclusion initiatives.
- Supplier expectations.
Where opportunities for improvement are identified, appropriate action will be taken.
12. Reporting Concerns
Employees, contractors and stakeholders are encouraged to report concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, bullying or unfair treatment.
All concerns will be taken seriously, investigated appropriately and handled confidentially wherever possible.
No individual will suffer detriment for raising genuine concerns in good faith.
13. Responsibility
The Managing Director has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with this policy.
All employees, contractors and representatives of Boostbery share responsibility for supporting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation.
14. Review
This policy will be reviewed annually and updated where necessary to ensure continued compliance with legislation and best practice.