Address: 38 Romford Road, Stratford, London, E15 4BZ
Email: info@hollbornrecruitment.co.uk
Phone: +44 7349 560154
Website: www.hollbornrecruitment.co.uk
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of its business. We believe that every individual has the right to be treated with dignity, fairness, and respect, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances.
We aim to maintain a working and recruitment environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation, and unfair treatment.
This policy outlines our commitment to complying with UK equality legislation and ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals engaging with our services.
This policy is guided by the following UK legislation and professional guidance:
Equality Act 2010
Human Rights Act 1998
Employment Rights Act 1996
ACAS Code of Practice
UK Government Equality Guidance
Failure to comply with equality legislation may result in legal consequences, reputational damage, or disciplinary action.
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and recruitment provider.
We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward:
discrimination
harassment
victimisation
unfair treatment
All employment and recruitment decisions are based solely on:
merit
qualifications
skills
experience
business requirements
We are committed to creating a workplace and recruitment process where diversity is respected and valued.
This policy applies to:
employees
candidates
agency workers
clients
contractors
suppliers
visitors
It covers all stages of employment and recruitment including:
job advertising
candidate selection
interviews
job placement
training and development
promotion
performance management
termination of employment or engagement
Under the Equality Act 2010, discrimination is unlawful based on the following protected characteristics:
Age
Disability
Gender reassignment
Marriage and civil partnership
Pregnancy and maternity
Race (including nationality, ethnic origin, and colour)
Religion or belief
Sex
Sexual orientation
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd respects and protects individuals across all these protected characteristics.
The following forms of discrimination are strictly prohibited:
Direct discrimination
Treating someone less favourably because of a protected characteristic.
Indirect discrimination
Applying policies or practices that disproportionately disadvantage certain groups.
Harassment
Unwanted behaviour that violates dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment.
Victimisation
Treating someone unfairly because they raised or supported a complaint regarding discrimination.
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd ensures that recruitment and selection processes are fair, transparent, and objective.
Our recruitment practices include:
job advertisements based on genuine occupational requirements
fair and structured interview processes
objective candidate evaluation criteria
We do not make decisions based on protected characteristics.
Reasonable adjustments are made where necessary to ensure equal access for candidates with disabilities.
We provide equal access to training, professional development, and career progression opportunities.
Opportunities for development are based on:
performance
qualifications
business requirements
We actively encourage participation and progression from individuals of diverse backgrounds.
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd is committed to maintaining a professional, respectful, and inclusive environment.
The following behaviours are not tolerated:
bullying
harassment
intimidation
offensive conduct
discriminatory language or behaviour
All individuals associated with our organisation are expected to behave professionally and respectfully at all times.
We will make reasonable adjustments for individuals who may require support due to:
disabilities
medical conditions
other specific needs
Adjustments may include:
modified recruitment procedures
adjustments to working arrangements
accessibility modifications
specialised equipment where appropriate
Management is responsible for:
promoting equality and diversity
ensuring compliance with this policy
addressing complaints promptly and fairly
maintaining an inclusive workplace culture
All staff must:
follow this policy
treat others with dignity and respect
challenge inappropriate behaviour where appropriate
report discrimination or harassment
participate in equality training where required
Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action.
Anyone who believes they have experienced discrimination, harassment, or unfair treatment may raise a complaint through management or HR.
All complaints will be handled:
promptly
confidentially
fairly and objectively
No individual will be penalised or victimised for raising a genuine concern.
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd monitors equality and diversity practices to ensure compliance with legal obligations.
This may include reviewing:
recruitment practices
workforce diversity data
access to training and development opportunities
Where issues are identified, appropriate corrective action will be taken.
Any personal data collected for equality monitoring purposes will be handled in accordance with:
UK GDPR
Data Protection Act 2018
Hollborn Recruitment Ltd Privacy Policy
Such data will be used only for lawful and legitimate monitoring purposes.
