Objective 1 – Strengthen Equality Monitoring and Governance

Undertake annual analysis of Trust-wide equality information, including workforce and pupil data, to identify trends, monitor compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty.

Objective 2 – Promote Fair and Inclusive Employment Practices

Ensure that all staff and trustees involved in recruitment and selection receive regular training on equality, diversity, inclusion and safer recruitment, and that recruitment and employment practices promote equality of opportunity and minimise barriers for applicants and employees.

Objective 3 – Develop a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

Promote a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities served by the Trust by encouraging applications from under-represented groups, reviewing recruitment practices and supporting equitable career development and progression for all staff.

Objective 4 – Reduce Inequalities in Educational Outcomes

Work collaboratively with schools and settings to identify, monitor and reduce inequalities in attendance, participation, attainment and achievement, particularly for disadvantaged and underserved learners, including those eligible for Pupil Premium, pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), looked after children and pupils from minority ethnic backgrounds.