Equality, diversity, and inclusion
No-one left behind; embracing diversity and inclusion
At NCFE, we’re committed to fostering an environment of equality, diversity, and inclusion. Every individual, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstance, deserves respect, opportunity, and a voice.
The Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee has been established to actively promote diversity in all its forms and strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Objectives
The EDI Committee works to identify barriers to diversity and inclusion and develop strategies to address them. It aims to cultivate a vibrant community that celebrates differences, embraces perspectives, and represents our community of learners.
Its scope encompasses all aspects of NCFE’s culture, policies, practices, and procedures, from recruitment and development to employee and community engagement. The Committee’s objectives are to:
- promote awareness and understanding of EDI principles and issues throughout NCFE, the awarding sector, and our diverse learner communities
- identify and address systemic barriers to equality, diversity, and inclusion within NCFE policies, practices, and culture
- develop and implement initiatives that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment, retention, and advancement practices
- provide support and resources for employee-led affinity groups and initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion
- monitor and evaluate progress towards EDI goals and objectives and recommend adjustments to strategies and actions as necessary
- celebrating difference.
Our EDI Committee
Our committee is made up of colleagues across the business representing a range of perspectives and lived experience. Each committee member is invested in driving EDI forward at NCFE, and bring their own special interest and expertise to the group.
Creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all is not only a professional focus for me but a personal commitment. By advocating for EDI, I strive to build a more equitable society where all voices are heard, and opportunities are accessible to everyone, regardless of their background.
Disability Confident
NCFE is committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining a diverse range of talent. One of the ways that we commit to doing this is through our status as a Disability Confident Employer, which helps us to recruit disabled people who will help our business to succeed.
We therefore ensure that for all employed vacancies, any applicant applying through our website who declares that they have a disability and meets the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. These standards are defined in our job descriptions as essential skills/experience. We hope this will encourage disabled people to apply for jobs with NCFE and provide them with the opportunity to demonstrate their skills, talent and abilities at interview stage.
We also ensure that all hiring managers involved in the interview process understand our commitment as a Disability Confident Employer, and that we always offer to make reasonable adjustments.
Pay and Reward Policy
Download an extract of the Pay and Reward Policy, which sets out NCFE’s approach to pay and reward for Senior Leaders. NCFE is committed to ensuring that colleagues are rewarded fairly and equitably for their work and that any reward systems are transparent and consistent.
NCFE Gender Pay Gap Report 2024-25
All UK companies with 250 or more employees are required by law to produce an annual gender pay gap report. This requirement is set out under the Equality Act 2010 (Gender Pay Gap Information) Regulations, with a snapshot of data being taken on 5 April each year.
Our Level 2 in Equality and Diversity qualification
Looking to grow your own EDI knowledge? This qualification is suitable for both young and adult learners, including those in or seeking employment. It's also ideal for those who need to develop an awareness of issues surrounding equality and diversity, for example as part of an induction programme or personal development.