How we try to ensure everyone has equal chances, in each area of our operation. This complements the equal opportunities policy, which also deals with disability in more general terms.
Kennedy Scott Limited will: - implement fair procedures in recruitment, training, promotion, transfer and terms and conditions of employment;
- ensure that people with disabilities are offered all the reasonable support that they need;
- ensure that people with disabilities are provided with all reasonable equipment and facilities to continue their employment;
- make reasonable adjustments to working arrangements or the physical features of premises where they cause disadvantage for a person with a disability;
- provide a safe working environment for people with disabilities;
- ensure that disability will not be used as a criterion for redundancy.
Recruitment
- Vacancies will be open to suitably qualified people with disabilities.
- The Company guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy.
Training
- All employees with a disability will have access to training and development opportunities.
- All employees will be made aware of the Company’s policy on the employment of people with disabilities.
Retention
- The duties and working conditions of employees with disabilities will be reviewed each year through an interview under the staff review and development scheme.
- If a person with a disability is unable to continue to carry out his/her existing duties every effort will be given to making reasonable adjustments, including alternative employment.
Monitoring
- Monitoring will be used to measure the success of this policy and to review its progress.
Consultation
- The Company will consult with employees with disabilities at least once a year about their employment needs to ensure that they can develop and use their abilities at work.
Grievances Any employee or job applicant who considers that he/she has been treated unfairly or discriminated against on the grounds of his/her disability should raise the matter through the grievance procedure. |