Equality and Diversity

Single Equality Scheme
Bullying

Carlisle College aims to provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities.  The College recognises it responsibilities in respect of Equality Legislation.  Behavior which makes another feel embarrassed, demeaned, ridiculed or intimidated because of their sex, race, disability, religious beliefs, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic is totally unacceptable.

If any group or individual within Carlisle College feels that he or she has been discriminated against, treated unfavorably or has suffered harassment and wishes to discuss the matter or make a formal complaint, then the College Management will respond promptly and compassionately.

Our Single Equality Scheme

We are pleased to present our draft Single Equality Scheme which sets out our commitment at Carlisle College to eliminating unlawful discrimination and promoting equality and diversity.

This scheme aims to merge our existing Race, Disability and Gender Equality schemes and develop a holistic approach to Equality to include age, sexual orientation and religion and belief.

We would welcome your views on our Single Equality Scheme.

If you would like to give us your  views on our Scheme then please send an email to SESFeedback@carlisle.ac.uk

Alternatively, if you prefer, we have put together a set of Consultation Questions in Word format.  Please email the completed questionnaire to SESFeedback@carlisle.ac.uk or post to

David Hetherington
Carlisle College, FREEPOST (CE 637), Victoria Place, Carlisle, CA1 1BR

Bullying

Carlisle College is committed to an environment which does not tolerate bullying of any kind and in which students feel safe and confident.

It is our aim to provide advice and guidance for all students and staff dealing with bullying, the bully, and the relevant parents.

Bullying can range from physical assault to name calling, racist abuse, teasing and other forms of verbal abuse.  Bullying can also be in the form of "Cyber Bullying", being sent offensive messages or images by text or seeing nasty comments on a website or though e-mail.

Where bullying of any kind is reported, it will be taken seriously and acted upon in a sensitive and consultive way - stopping the bullying and supporting those involved.

If you believe you are being bullied in any way, contact your Course Tutor.  If you feel unable to do this contact David Hetherington the Student Retention and Achievement Officer in room 238 or any member of the Student Support Services Team in Room 238 or call them on 01228 822 895.  They will be happy to speak to you in the strictest confidence.  You can also text David on 07739899655, if you have any concerns about bullying.

A copy of the bullying policy can be found in Student Support Services team in room 238 or downloaded in PDF from the 'Downloads' section of this page.

Our Equality Schemes listed in the 'Downloads' section to the right of the page are in PDF format.

To view these you will need the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. This can be installed from Adobe.