Equality and Diversity

Spiritus is committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment or victimisation, where all members of its community are treated with respect and dignity.

It aims to create a culture of diversity within its community, providing a dynamic working and learning environment, where all members are valued for their contribution and individuality.

We have a genuine commitment to equality of opportunity for our staff and our YP, and are proud to employ facilitators that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Spiritus is committed to creating an environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly.

We will provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination regardless of gender, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, age, nationality, pregnancy or maternity.

Embedding equality and diversity is essential to developing an accessible and inclusive organisation, committed to advancing equality and diversity within our local community.

Championing equality and diversity in all our activities, including facilitator employment and advancement, also forms part of our commitment to our strategic goals and social responsibility.

We believe that everyone at Spiritus has a duty to ensure equality and diversity legislation is followed and implemented. Recognising, embracing and valuing difference leads to improvements for all, including:

  • A more vibrant facilitator and our YP population;
  • A better working and studying environment
  • Attracting and retaining the very best facilitators for our YP
  • Improving the status of our Learning Activities

We are fully committed to both meeting and exceeding our obligations under current legislation. By doing more that what’s required by law, we at Spiritus want to build our reputation for equality and diversity to ensure we equip all our facilitators and our YP with the knowledge to sustain and enjoy a fully inclusive working environment.

Any cases of harassment, discrimination, bullying or victimisation will be taken very seriously by Spiritus. Any facilitator or YP found guilty of unlawful discrimination or harassment will be subject to disciplinary action, including where appropriate, dismissal for gross misconduct.

Any member of the public, visitor or service provider involved in discrimination or harassment, appropriate or serious action will be taken.

Facilitators, YP or other parties who make a complaint of discrimination have the right to do so without fear of victimisation and the centre will make every effort to ensure victimisation does not occur and that any complaints are dealt with promptly and fairly.

Reviewed May 2024

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