Employers FAQ
Can you afford NOT to employ people with disabilities?
Don’t miss out due to misconceptions – Your worries are unfounded. There are a lot of misconceptions about the employment of people with disabilities, usually concerning cost or inconvenience. Many employers are fearful of disability. In fact, the reverse is usually true. All the evidence suggests that employing disabled people is actually good for business.
Fear versus Opportunity
Here are some common fears that some employers have, and the positive realities we have helped them discover…
Disabled people represent a huge opportunity, having an annual spending power of £80 Billion and comprising up to 20% of your customer base.
Get your share! Recruiting people with disabilities is good for your bottom line.
Don’t be afraid to ask. Consulting with disabled employees on how to be more inclusive benefits everyone.
74% of applicants do not declare their disability for fear of discrimination. You may already employ staff with a disability.
The law does not prevent disciplining staff whose performance or conduct is poor – it simply says you must not penalise an employee purely on the grounds of their disability.
Where employers make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees, Health & Safety for all staff and customers is usually improved.
On average, disabled people have lower rates for absenteeism and sickness.
You are only expected to hire someone that can do the job. The best candidate might just have a disability.
In fact, it saves money and increases profits. Inclusive practice saves money. Hiring costs are reduced and staff retention increased.