Equality & Diversity – in accordance with the Equality Act 2006

Religion, Cultural and Ethnic Awareness

We do not have a separate place of worship in our home, although if a child or young person wishes, they can pray in the privacy of his / her bedroom.  Children or young people are encouraged to attend any services or meetings appropriate to the religious persuasion they may belong to, but are not compelled to do so.  We are also able to take a young person to an outside place of worship if desirable.

There are addresses of local Churches, Synagogues and Mosques available in the child’s or young person’s and family’s information brochure. 

We positively encourage the children or young people to follow their own religious and cultural beliefs by making every effort to accommodate their needs which may include contacting local ethnic groups and suppliers of appropriate foods and produce.  If appropriate we also encourage children or young people to be aware of their cultural background by reading, watching videos and the provision of literature.

Racial Equality Policy

Howestead Lodge Ltd is committed to the promotion of racial equality and justice, and is opposed to all forms of racism.  It wishes, therefore, as appropriate in the context of it responsibilities and activities:

a) to promote understanding of the principles and practices of racial equality and justice.

b) To identify and remove discriminatory, practices / procedures and ensure that its’ practices / procedures are equally relevant to people of all races.

c) To accord high priority to the promotion of racial equality and the elimination of racism.

Equal Opportunities Policy

Howestead Lodge Ltd operates an equal opportunities policy in the selection of its staff.  It is our policy to seek to appoint the most suitable candidate for the post, regardless of gender, age, race, disabilities or religious beliefs.

Howestead Lodge Ltd is fully committed to improving a harmonious working environment in which employees are able to maximise their full potential and to contribute to business success, irrespective of their gender, race, disability or marital status.

Howestead Lodge Ltd is committed to identifying and eliminating discriminatory practices, procedures and attitudes throughout the organisation.  Howestead Lodge Ltd believes that all employees are entitled to be treated with dignity and respect while at work and also when representing the business in any capacity outside of work.  Howestead Lodge Ltd expects employees to support this commitment and to assist in all possible ways.