We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview for any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria which is listed in the person specification for the role.
Disability Confident and what it means for you
We want to create an inclusive and supportive workplace for people with disabilities. We recognise the value and talent disabled employees bring and ensure they have equal opportunities to succeed.
Being part of the Disability Confident scheme shows our commitment to breaking down barriers and challenging stereotypes. We want to foster an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
As a Disability Confident workplace, we promote equal opportunities in recruitment and a positive culture across our services. We are dedicated to retaining and developing our disabled employees.
Our commitment to being a Disability Confident employer
- Actively looking to attract and retain disabled people
- Providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process
- You will automatically be invited to the first formal stage of the recruitment process if you meet the essential criteria (items marked as essential in the person specification)
- Flexibility when assessing people so disabled job applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate that they can do the job
- Proactively offering and making reasonable adjustments as required
- Ensuring our staff have appropriate disability equality awareness
- Promoting a culture of being disability confident
- Supporting employees to manage their disabilities or health conditions
- Valuing and listening to feedback from disabled people
How to access this scheme?
Here’s how it works:
- Application: Disabled applicants are encouraged to apply for any role they are interested in. Our application forms are designed to be accessible, and we are happy to give you support to complete the form. (Please see below for additional support that is available).
- Guaranteed Interview: As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria for the role. This ensures that all qualified candidates have the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities.
- Reasonable Adjustments: We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. This can include alternative formats for application materials, accessible interview locations, or additional support during interviews.
- Support and Communication: We maintain open communication with applicants to understand their needs and provide the necessary support.
- Feedback: We offer constructive feedback to all applicants, helping them understand their strengths and areas for improvement, regardless of the outcome.
Additional support
We offer a range of additional support to ensure all applicants have the resources they need.
Our libraries provide access to a wealth of information and resources, including assistive technologies and accessible formats.
The Employment Hub offers tailored support for job seekers, including career advice, skills development, and job matching services.
Our HR team is dedicated to providing ongoing support, ensuring reasonable adjustments are made and that all employees feel valued and included.