Our commitment
Girocare aims to provide an inclusive environment for applicants, workers, care providers and members of our team. Unlawful discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying are not accepted.
Equal opportunity
Recruitment, registration, work opportunities and business decisions should be based on relevant skills, experience, availability, conduct and the requirements of the role or assignment.
Protected characteristics
We do not unlawfully discriminate because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We also recognise protection connected with association and raising a discrimination concern.
Recruitment and selection
Job descriptions, advertisements, applications and selection decisions should use fair and relevant criteria. Applicants will not be placed at a disadvantage for reasons unrelated to their ability to meet the genuine requirements of the opportunity.
Work opportunities
Agency workers should be considered for suitable opportunities according to the assignment requirements, their experience, availability, location and any relevant professional requirements. Equality does not mean that every person will be suitable or available for every assignment; it means decisions are made for fair and relevant reasons.
Reasonable adjustments
Applicants and workers may tell Girocare if they need a reasonable adjustment to take part in recruitment, access information or carry out an assignment. We will consider requests carefully and discuss practical support with the person and, where relevant, the care provider.
Dignity and respect
Everyone working with Girocare is expected to communicate professionally and treat other people with dignity. Discriminatory language, intimidation, harassment, sexual harassment or retaliation against someone who raises a concern is not acceptable.
Working with care providers
We expect the organisations we work with to provide respectful working environments and to address concerns appropriately. Assignment requirements must be genuine, lawful and connected to the work being requested.
Raising a concern
An applicant, worker or care provider can raise an equality or dignity concern without fear of unfair treatment. Concerns should be reported promptly to Girocare at info@girocare.co.uk so that they can be reviewed and handled appropriately.
Responsibility and review
Everyone representing Girocare shares responsibility for supporting this commitment. We will review this statement as the agency develops and when relevant working practices or legal requirements change.