Social Firms are committed to the social and economic integration of disadvantaged people through employment. A key means to this end is economic empowerment through the payment of market wages to all employees.
Reasonable adjustments are made for employees relevant to their needs.
Staff development is a priority for the firm to maximise each employee’s ability and potential.
There are processes in place for managing stress. Staff are encouraged to have control over their working environment.
The firm demonstrates a commitment to maintaining staff confidentiality. There is a procedure in place that demonstrates when staff have agreed what information can be shared.
Volunteers have agreements that reflect good practice in volunteering.
The firm provides Disadvantaged/Disability Equality and Awareness training to all staff as appropriate. (e.g. mental health awareness)
The firm has an added emphasis on training for disadvantaged staff training reinforces and builds on learning and takes account of developing social skills as appropriate.
The firm’s organisational structure is enabling and encourages staff to participate in business decisions as appropriate.
