Equality and Diversity Policy
Purpose/Scope
Enam The Degree Man is working proactively to maximise equality of opportunity across the
organisation, in access to its courses and in the provision of resources and services.
Enam The Degree Man is committed to the opposition of discrimination in any form. It is also
committed to the ideal of social justice and equality of opportunity. It acknowledges
the presence of and expresses its opposition to all forms of discrimination,
harassment and inequality of treatment. It aims to provide an environment where all
are free from any form of discrimination and prejudice.
Enam The Degree Man believes in equality of opportunity for all students and staff. We are
opposed to any form of action, words or institutional practice which discriminates
against people on the basis of race, colour, culture, religion, language, ability,
disability, gender, age, marital status, sexuality or political affiliation. We are
committed to the elimination of discrimination in all forms. Furthermore, we recognise
the effect of past discrimination and will seek through programmes of legally
acceptable positive action to increase the level of participation of students and staff
of those groups that are currently under-represented.
We aim to celebrate the diversity of backgrounds of all of our students and staff and
we will challenge discriminatory language or behaviour whenever necessary.
This Code, in its entirety, applies to all members of UK Versity, Community or
potential members of that community.
Definitions
THE EQUALITY ACT 2010
Within the United Kingdom there has been a significant body of legislation relating to
discrimination. Also, a number of Commissions in support of the legislation have
issued codes on various aspects of discrimination from time to time. This policy
reflects the consolidation of previous individual rights equality legislation into the
Equality Act 2010 (The Act).
Enam The Degree Man will implement its general equality duty set out in the Equality Act 2010 to:
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• Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation and other
conduct prohibited by the Act
• Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a protected
characteristic and those who do not.
• Foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and
those who do not.
Enam The Degree Man will also meet its specific duties as defined by the law. It will continue to
implement and assess the impact of its policies, procedures and practices on
present and potential students, staff and visitors,
Enam The Degree Man believes that high quality education is a right for all, and encourages all
students and staff to reach their potential.
The new act streamlines the protection of individuals and will extend the coverage
for what has been referred to as “protected characteristics”, these are:
• Age
• Disability
• Gender & gender reassignment
• Pregnancy & maternity
• Race
• Religion or belief
• Sexual orientation
• Marriage or civil partnership
Through this Single Equality Scheme Enam The Degree Man will assert its commitment to
equality & inclusion to broaden its policies to serve those identified by the legislation;
in our procedures & practices we will look to this scheme to fulfil our obligations as a
provider of higher education & services.
Responsibilities
The Principal has overall responsibility for equality issues and the Scheme.
The Marketing and Sales is responsible for the application of the scheme to all
matters relating to Staff Recruitment and Induction
The Administration and Resources is responsible for the application of the scheme to
all matters relating to students other than in a teaching situation.
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All members of staff and students are responsible for ensuring that they are aware of
Enam The Degree Man ’s statutory duties in relation to equal opportunities, that they uphold the
principles underpinning this scheme in all actions and behaviour. They are expected
to challenge any instances of discriminatory behaviour.
The Committee are responsible for monitoring and evaluating Enam The Degree Man ’s progress
in achieving targets that it sets for itself with regard to creating equal opportunities for
all those within its Community.
Policy
Enam The Degree is committed to equality of opportunity for all actual or potential staff and
students and users of Enam The Degree Man, and will take all reasonable steps to eliminate
unfair and unjustified discrimination. Specifically it will:
(a) Bring this code to the attention of all members of Enam The Degree man community
(b) Require that staff and students reflect their commitment to this policy through
the promotion of equal opportunities in their everyday activities.
(c) Ensure that equal opportunity principles are applied in all appropriate policies
and procedures, and other documentation.
(d) Establish procedures for monitoring the effectiveness of and compliance with
this policy.
(e) Co-operate fully with committee and other educational bodies to ensure equal
opportunities for all in the educational and training activities of UK Versity .
(f) Review procedures and practices as appropriate but at least annually.
(g) Take appropriate action against anyone who discriminates against any other
person.
GENERAL
1. Discrimination can be either direct or indirect. Direct discrimination occurs
where people are treated less favourably than others on grounds, which have
no bearing on their ability to achieve that, which is required.
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2. Indirect discrimination occurs when unjustifiable conditions or requirements
are applied which have a disproportionately adverse effect on a particular
section of the community.
3. Favouritism is discrimination in that unjustifiably favouring one individual does
by definition disadvantage others.
4. Equality of opportunity applies to all areas of College activity. In particular
focus will be directed to the key areas of:
• Marketing
• Selection – Staff and Students
• Enrolment
• Learning opportunity
• Teaching and Learning
• Induction
• Curriculum
• Health and Safety
• Advancement
Procedures
1. Reporting of Incidences
1.1. The Enam The Degree Man Complaints procedure should be followed.
2. Principles
2.1. Enam The Degree Man will implement policies procedures and practices that will ensure the
Equal Opportunities Policy for present and potential learners, staff and visitors.
2.2. Enam The Degree Man believes that education is a right for all.
2.3. Enam The Degree Man will actively work towards offering equality of opportunity to all
learners, staff and visitors irrespective of ability, age, colour, educational needs,
ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, sexual orientation, social
background, political persuasion and trade union affiliation.
2.4. All participants in the educational process will be aware that they have a legal
and moral responsibility to support the Equal Opportunities Policy.
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2.5. Enam The Degree Man will take positive steps to eliminate all forms of discrimination,
whether direct or indirect.
2.6. Discriminatory behaviour will not be tolerated.
2.7. Wherever possible UK Versity publicity and literature will be made available in
appropriate languages and formats.
3. Specific Principles and Procedures
3.1. Access and Participation
3.1.1. Enam The Degree Man Equal Opportunities Policy statement will appear in all
relevant College publications.
3.1.2. There will be no discrimination in relation to the recruitment and
admission of learners. Positive action will be taken to increase
participation in under-represented groups.
3.1.3. Advice to students on financial support matters will be provided in
appropriate circumstances.
3.1.4. Enam The Degree Man shall work toward ensuring that all learners have physical
access to teaching, support and social areas.
3.1.5. Enam The Degree Man shall take into account the needs of the local community and
where appropriate involve representation.
3.2. Recruitment and Selection of Staff
3.2.1. Recruitment and selection of all staff will be carried out in accordance
with the Equal Opportunities Policy practice
3.2.2. The long-term aim is that Enam The Degree Man establishment should broadly reflect
the make-up of the available-for-work population of Greater Manchester
3.2.3. The constitution of interview panels shall, wherever possible be
representative of Enam The Degree Man population.
3.2.4. The criteria for selection and also progression of existing employees will
be determined solely on the basis of the requirements of the job.
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3.2.5. Personnel will be responsible for the maintenance of statistical
information relating to the Equal Opportunities Policy in employment.
Regular reports shall be made to the Equal Opportunities Policy Working
Party and an annual report to the Corporation.
3.3. Marketing Publicity and External Liaison
3.3.1. Enam The Degree Man will act to identify the needs of disadvantaged groups. This
will include liaison with group representatives and market research.
3.3.2. Enam The Degree Man ’s Equal Opportunities Policy Statement will appear in all
College prospectuses. Publicity material will, where practical, reflect the
diversity of, and be made available to, the community and will be free
from bias. Special facilities such as the nursery and learning workshops,
will be emphasised in publicity materials.
3.3.3. Enam The Degree Man ’s Equal Opportunities Policy will be displayed in public
places throughout Enam The Degree Man .
3.3.4. Enam The Degree Man ’s publicity material will be made available in public places
throughout the community.
3.4. Curriculum
3.4.1. It is the legal and ethical responsibility of all staff to conduct their
teaching and learning activities in a non-discriminatory manner.
3.4.2. All learners will be provided with an effective Induction programme that
familiarises them with Enam The Degree Man ’s Equal Opportunities Policy and helps
them to recognise the rights and responsibilities of themselves and
others in relation to equality of opportunity.
3.4.3. Enam The Degree Man will seek to ensure that resource materials and learning
activities are free from discriminatory assumptions, images and
language, and will act upon any that are brought to UK Versity ’s
attention. Exceptions may be made where such materials and activities
are required for specific learning purposes.
3.4.4. Curriculum design will be sufficiently flexible, and the curriculum offer
sufficiently broad, to take account of the needs of all learners, with the
objective of providing easy access to the curriculum for non-traditional
learners.
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3.4.5. Inclusive learning and widening participation initiatives will be explored
and supported to maximise learning opportunities for all.
3.4.6. Enam The Degree Man will provide appropriate facilities to support learners in
becoming independent learners.
3.4.7. Enam The Degree Man will set targets for and monitor retention, achievement and
progression rates for all learners leading to positive action for under represented groups.
3.5. Support Services
3.5.1. Student Welfare will provide personal support for any learner who has
been the recipient of harassment, bullying or any other form of
discrimination.
3.5.2. Admin and Resources will provide unbiased advice and guidance to
employees on all issues connected with their employment and their
personal and professional development.
3.5.3. Student Liaison and Welfare will provide appropriate impartial advice
and guidance to all students and will ensure that learners have access to
appropriate financial advice.
3.6. Enam The Degree Man Environment
3.6.1. Enam The Degree Man seeks to create an environment in which all learners, staff
and visitors feel comfortable, irrespective of race, gender, class ability
etc.
3.6.2. Enam The Degree Man will respond positively and courteously to all its learners, staff
and visitors from the first point of contact.
3.6.3. Enam The Degree Man facilities will be reviewed regularly to ensure that the needs of
particular groups receive attention.
3.6.4. Provision will be made wherever possible for wheelchair access to all
parts of Enam The Degree Man. Accommodation Strategies will consider the access
needs of those with physical disabilities.
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3.7. Staff Training and Development
3.7.1. Enam The Degree Man will make all employees aware of their responsibility for the
implementation of the Equal Opportunities Policy.
3.7.2. Enam The Degree Man will provide training for College employees in respect of
equality of opportunity and implementation of the Enam The Degree Man Policy.
3.7.3. Staff training and development opportunities will be available for all staff,
both teaching and support, full-time and part-time.
3.7.4. Enam The Degree Man will take positive action to offer opportunities for training and
promotion to groups of employees who are identified as disadvantaged.
Related Policies
The Protection of Learners Who Suffer from a Disability or Learning Difficulty –
Appendix A07-1