When recruiting and managing people employers must consider equality and also fairness at all stages of employment. Equality at work is protected by law.

Employers who prioritise good practice around equality, diversity and inclusion can: 

• recruit from a wider talent pool
• benefit from a diverse range of views and experiences
• be seen as an employer of choice
• gain competitive advantage where equality duties are required

We will look at the law and practical implications for employers and people managers around creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

This training will cover: 

• what discrimination is
• who it affects
• how employers can act in compliance with the law

You will leave this training feeling more confident in handling equality issues and more able to establish good practice in your organisation.

Anyone who wants to understand equality law and how it relates to issues  including: 

• policy writing
• recruitment
• building a positive culture

No previous knowledge or experience is necessary. But attendees might benefit from completing our e-learning on equality, diversity and inclusion.

This event would be especially suitable for:

• recruitment leads
• team leaders
• line managers
• business owners

• types of discrimination
• protected characteristics
  • age
  • disability
  • gender reassignment
  • marriage and civil partnership
  • pregnancy and maternity
  • race
  • religion
  • sex
  • sexual Orientation
• the difference between diversity and inclusion
• good practice in recruitment 
• when genuine occupational requirements apply
• when positive action can be applied
• developing an equality policy

•  describe the 9 protected characteristics
• explain the different types of discrimination
• explain exceptions to discrimination law
• recognise the difference between equality, diversity and inclusion
• develop an equality diversity and inclusion policy

Trainer led – online via Zoom

Duration - 3 hours/half day

The training session will include:

• case studies
• polls/quizzes
• group discussion   

Attendees will also receive:

• a digital certificate
• a handout containing useful links
• a copy of the PowerPoint slides

We aim to make our training accessible for everyone. If you have specific accessibility needs, please let us know on your sign-up form.

Closed captions can be turned on for all our sessions run on Zoom.

This course can also be provided in-house. We can also tailor the programme to suit your precise organisation needs. To speak to our customer services team about your requirements call 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.

Our specialists can diagnose issues in your workplace and tailor practical solutions to address the challenges faced by you and your staff. To find out more, contact our Customer Services Team on 0300 123 1150 or complete our online enquiry form.

We also offer free e-learning on a wide range of employment relations topics. It's a great way to develop, enhance and refresh knowledge, providing an opportunity to work through theory, explore case studies and answer interactive questions.