Employment Equality Policy

Last updated: 16th May 2025. 

Please note: Where Beyond Co. is mentioned throughout the following policy, this represents BEYOND-CO LTD.

1. Introduction

Beyond Co. are dedicated to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace. This policy outlines our commitment to creating an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all employees, job applicants, contractors, and partners of Beyond Co. It covers all aspects of employment, including recruitment, promotion, training, remuneration, and terms and conditions of employment.

3. Policy Statement

Beyond Co. is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to avoiding unlawful discrimination. We ensure that no individual or group is treated less favourably because of the following protected characteristics:

• Age
• Disability
• Gender reassignment
• Marriage and civil partnership
• Pregnancy and maternity
• Race (including colour, nationality, and ethnic or national origin)
• Religion or belief
• Sex
• Sexual orientation

4. Responsibilities

Management Responsibilities:

• Ensure this policy is implemented and adhered to.
• Provide training and resources to promote equality and diversity.
• Monitor and review employment practices to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

Employee Responsibilities:

• Treat colleagues and others with respect and dignity.
• Report any incidents of discrimination, harassment, or bullying.
• Support and promote the principles of equality and diversity.

5. Recruitment and Selection

Beyond Co. aims to ensure that recruitment and selection processes are fair and transparent. All job applicants will be treated equally and judged solely on their ability to do the job. We will:

• Advertise job vacancies widely to encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
• Ensure job descriptions and person specifications are free from bias.
• Conduct interviews and selection processes objectively and consistently.

6. Training and Development

We are committed to providing equal access to training and development opportunities for all employees. This includes:

• Identifying and addressing training needs through regular appraisals.
• Offering training programmes that promote awareness and understanding of equality and diversity.
• Ensuring that career development opportunities are based on merit and performance.

7. Harassment and Bullying

Beyond Co. has a zero-tolerance approach to harassment and bullying. Any form of harassment or bullying on the grounds of a protected characteristic is unacceptable and will be dealt with seriously. We will:

• Provide a safe and supportive environment for employees to raise concerns.
• Investigate all complaints of harassment and bullying promptly and confidentially.
• Take appropriate disciplinary action against those found to have breached this policy.

8. Flexible Working and Reasonable Adjustments

We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are committed to providing flexible working arrangements where possible. We will:

• Consider all requests for flexible working arrangements in line with business needs.
• Make reasonable adjustments to accommodate the needs of employees with disabilities.

9. Monitoring and Review

To ensure the effectiveness of our Employment Equality Policy, we will:

• Regularly review employment practices and procedures.
• Monitor the diversity of our workforce through anonymous surveys and data collection.
• Report on progress and make improvements where necessary.

10. Breaches of this Policy

Any employee who breaches this policy may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. Beyond Co. takes all complaints of discrimination, harassment, and bullying seriously and will take appropriate action to address and rectify any issues.

11. Support and Contacts

For further information or support regarding this policy, employees can contact:

HR Department

• Email: hr@beyond-co.com
• Phone: ‭0333 224 0022‬

Beyond Co. is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion. By working together, we can ensure a positive and respectful working environment for everyone.