SPM Development Services Limited
Assessment Policy
May 2025
Reviewed and Updated: September 2025
Next Review: September 2026, or sooner if statutory guidance changes.
Policy Statement
SPM Development Services Ltd is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
across all areas of our work. We will provide an environment where everyone is treated
with fairness, dignity and respect. Discrimination, harassment or victimisation will not be
tolerated under any circumstances.
Scope
This policy applies to:
• Staff, self-employed tutors and contractors
• Learners, including those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and those
educated outside of school (EOTAS)
• Parents, carers and commissioners who engage with SPM
This policy is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010 and covers all protected characteristics:
age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and
maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Safeguarding Link
Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion is part of our safeguarding responsibilities. We
recognise that some learners, including those with SEND, EHCPs, care experience, or those
who are gender-questioning, may face additional barriers and vulnerabilities. These will be
considered and addressed in all aspects of our provision.
Roles and Responsibilities
Director: Simon Piper-Masha has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with
equality, diversity and inclusion legislation and policy.
All Staff, Tutors and Contractors: Everyone working with SPM is expected to follow this
policy, challenge discriminatory behaviour, and ensure that equality and inclusivity are
embedded in their day-to-day work.
Learners and Parents/Carers: Learners and families are expected to engage respectfully
with staff and other learners.
Implementation
SPM will:
• Embed equality, diversity and inclusion in teaching and learning
• Provide reasonable adjustments to ensure accessibility for all learners
• Ensure recruitment and selection are fair, open and free from bias
• Provide ongoing training for staff and tutors on equality and diversity
• Monitor practices to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010
Complaints and Whistleblowing
Any learner, parent, carer, staff member or contractor who feels they have been
discriminated against may raise the issue through SPM’s Complaints Policy (2025).
Concerns about discriminatory practice may also be raised under SPM’s Whistleblowing
Policy (2025), which includes routes to the Local Authority Designated Officer (LADO) or
the NSPCC Whistleblowing Helpline (0800 028 0285).
Monitoring and Review
SPM will monitor equality and diversity through feedback, data and regular review of
practice. This policy will be reviewed annually, or sooner if statutory guidance changes, to
ensure it remains effective and relevant.
Conclusion
SPM Development Services Ltd is committed to building an inclusive culture where
everyone can participate and thrive. By embedding equality and diversity in everything we
do, we will ensure positive outcomes for learners, families, staff and commissioners.