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Aging in the Workplace

Last Updated: 02/07/2025

Women - Menopause What Is It? The menopause is when a woman stops menstruating and is no longer able to get pregnant naturally. Periods usually start to become less frequent over a period of time that can range from a number of months to a few years before they stop altogether. Sometimes they can stop...

Bullying and Harassment at Work

Last Updated: 02/07/2025

The following is information provided for all members regarding bullying and harassment at work. It is stressed however that members who do feel that they are being bullied or harassed should contact the office for advice and support. Printable PDF Version What is harassment? Harassment is defined by the Equality Act 2010 as “Unwanted conduct...

Protected Characteristics Summary Sheet

Last Updated: 02/07/2025

Introduction All teachers should benefit from the explicit protections afforded by Equalities legislation. There is no hierarchy of protections - all nine characteristics are protected – and the order they appear in the table below is not a reflection of the importance or priority of each. Teachers should also be mindful that while they receive...

Transgender Pupils

Last Updated: 02/07/2025

Equalities Guidance – Transgender Pupils Disclosures Staff should always be sensitive and show respect when a young person is making a disclosure to them. As for all disclosures made by pupils to a member of staff, this should be passed onto the teacher responsible for the young person’s pastoral care. As with any disclosure, the...