Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

GloMotion Studios Ltd is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We aim to create a working environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, individual differences are valued, and all employees can fulfil their potential. We are committed to ensuring that our workforce is representative of the diverse communities we serve and that employment decisions are based on merit, fairness and business needs.

The organisation is also committed to providing its services in a manner that is free from unlawful discrimination.

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to:

  1. Provide equality, fairness and respect for all employees, workers, contractors, agency staff, job applicants and others associated with the organisation, regardless of whether they work full-time, part-time, temporarily or permanently.

  2. Ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and not unlawfully discriminate because of any protected characteristic, including:

  • Age

  • Disability

  • Gender reassignment

  • Marriage and civil partnership

  • Pregnancy and maternity

  • Race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin)

  • Religion or belief

  • Sex

  • Sexual orientation

  1. Oppose and prevent all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying in relation to:

  • Recruitment and selection

  • Pay and benefits

  • Terms and conditions of employment

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Promotion and career progression

  • Flexible working requests

  • Family-related leave

  • Performance management

  • Grievance and disciplinary procedures

  • Redundancy selection

  • Dismissal and termination of employment

Our Commitments

GloMotion Studios Ltd will:

1. Promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Encourage equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the organisation because they improve workplace culture, enhance creativity and innovation, and contribute to business success.

2. Provide a Respectful Working Environment

Create and maintain a workplace free from bullying, harassment, victimisation and unlawful discrimination, where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and their contributions are recognised and valued.

The organisation will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimisation by or towards employees, workers, contractors, agency staff, customers, clients, suppliers, visitors or any other third parties.

All individuals working for or on behalf of the organisation are expected to uphold these standards and contribute to an inclusive and respectful working environment.

Employees should be aware that they may be personally liable for acts of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimisation committed in the course of their work.

3. Prevent Sexual Harassment

The organisation is committed to taking reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace and during work-related activities.

This includes taking preventative measures such as implementing appropriate policies, providing training where appropriate, encouraging reporting of concerns and investigating complaints promptly and fairly.

Sexual harassment by employees, customers, clients, suppliers or other third parties will not be tolerated.

4. Encourage Reporting and Address Complaints

Any employee who experiences, witnesses or becomes aware of discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimisation is encouraged to raise their concerns as soon as possible through the appropriate reporting channels, including the grievance procedure.

All complaints will be taken seriously and investigated fairly and confidentially wherever possible.

Breaches of this policy may be dealt with under the organisation's disciplinary procedures. Serious misconduct, including serious acts of harassment or discrimination, may constitute gross misconduct and result in dismissal without notice.

Some incidents may also give rise to criminal liability and may be reported to the police where appropriate.

5. Make Reasonable Adjustments

The organisation will make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees, workers and job applicants where required by law, to remove or reduce disadvantages arising from disability and to support equal access to employment opportunities.

6. Ensure Fair Recruitment and Employment Practices

Recruitment, selection and employment-related decisions will be based on objective, job-related criteria, including skills, qualifications, experience and performance.

The organisation may take lawful positive action or rely on other exceptions permitted under the Equality Act 2010 where appropriate.

7. Support Development and Progression

Provide opportunities for training, development and career progression to all employees and encourage individuals to develop their skills and capabilities to their fullest potential.

8. Review Policies and Practices

Review employment practices, procedures and policies regularly to ensure they remain fair, effective and compliant with current legislation and best practice.

9. Monitor Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Where appropriate and lawful, the organisation may collect and analyse anonymised diversity monitoring information relating to characteristics such as age, sex, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.

Any information collected will be processed in accordance with applicable data protection legislation and used solely to monitor the effectiveness of equality, diversity and inclusion initiatives and to identify opportunities for improvement.

The organisation will review this policy periodically and take appropriate action to address any issues identified.

Responsibilities

Directors

The Directors have overall responsibility for ensuring this policy is implemented, communicated and reviewed regularly.

Managers

Managers are responsible for promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair treatment within their teams, addressing inappropriate behaviour promptly and supporting employees who raise concerns.

Employees and Workers

All employees, workers and contractors are responsible for:

  • Treating colleagues, customers, suppliers and others with dignity and respect.

  • Complying with this policy.

  • Not engaging in discrimination, harassment, bullying or victimisation.

  • Reporting concerns or breaches of this policy where appropriate.

  • Supporting an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.

Review

This policy will be reviewed periodically and updated as necessary to reflect changes in legislation, organisational needs and best practice.