Disability Confident Employer Scheme
HR Support for Inclusive Workplaces
The UK’s official Disability Confident employer scheme helps organisations create inclusive, accessible workplaces where disabled people and those with long‑term health conditions can thrive. As Disability Confident advisers, Altum HR ensures your HR policies and contracts align with the Equality Act 2010 and your recruitment, absence and performance management processes are inclusive. To learn how we can support your business to become Disability Confident, contact our team today.
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How Altum HR Helps
Ensuring Fair and Compliant Policies, Contracts & Development
We help businesses build truly inclusive workplaces that walk the talk, like Stand Out Socks, who prove inclusion can be both powerful and practical. We create the blueprint for lasting inclusion, embedding it into everyday operations from accessible recruitment and inclusive HR policies to real-time guidance on disability rights. We train managers to lead with confidence, empower teams to support disabled colleagues, and ensure fair pay and recognition for all. Because inclusion isn’t charity, it’s sustainable success.
The Benefits of Becoming Disability Confident
Becoming a Disability Confident Employer scheme isn’t just good ethics; it’s smart business. It opens access to a broader, often untapped talent pool and boosts employee loyalty, morale, and engagement. It reduces legal and reputational risks while positioning your brand as a leader in inclusion and innovation. Clients, customers, and candidates increasingly choose organisations that do the right thing and this is your opportunity to prove you’re one of them.
dISABILITY Confident FAQs
Why should my business become Disability Confident?
It opens access to a wider talent pool, strengthens staff morale, and enhances your reputation as an inclusive employer. It also helps you meet your responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010.
How does Altum HR help with Disability Confident accreditation?
We review and update your HR policies, contracts, and handbooks to ensure compliance. We also provide training for managers and staff, support with accessible recruitment, and guidance on workplace adjustments.
What adjustments should I make when hiring someone with a disability?
Adjustments might include providing accessible application formats, offering extra time in assessments, ensuring interview venues are accessible, or adapting job descriptions to focus on essential skills. Altum HR can help you design fair and inclusive hiring processes.
Do I need to change my existing employee contracts?
In many cases, yes. Contracts and policies should be reviewed to ensure they’re inclusive and compliant with the Equality Act. We support businesses in updating these documents to reflect best practice.
How can training improve disability inclusion?
Training helps managers and employees understand disability rights, reduce unconscious bias, and gain confidence in making workplace adjustments. This creates a more supportive and inclusive environment for all staff.