At NEAT, we believe that people are at the heart of everything we do.
Whether you’re joining us as a staff member, freelancer, or volunteer, we’re committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, empowering, and equitable.
Our Commitment to Fair Work
We proudly follow the Scottish Government’s Fair Work First Policy, ensuring that everyone who works with us is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. This includes:
- Effective Voice: We actively listen to our team through regular meetings, appraisals, and open dialogue. Everyone’s voice matters.
- Opportunity: We provide training and development tailored to individual and organisational needs. All roles are publicly advertised to ensure equal access.
- Security: We offer fair contracts, pay at or above the Real Living Wage, and avoid zero-hour contracts.
- Fulfilment: We support flexible working and invest in staff well-being, ensuring everyone feels valued and inspired.
- Respect: We foster a culture of mutual respect and collaboration, where everyone can thrive.
To read our full Fair Work Statement please CLICK HERE
Zero Tolerance for Harassment and Discrimination
NEAT has a strict zero-tolerance policy towards bullying, harassment, discrimination, and victimisation.
We are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all.
Our policies are grounded in the Equality Act 2010 and reflect our commitment to ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and without intimidation.
Disability Confident Employer
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We actively support and encourage applications from disabled people and are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure everyone can contribute fully to our work.
Champions of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are woven into the fabric of NEAT. We:
- Celebrate diversity in all its forms.
- Promote cultural democracy—ensuring everyone has a voice in shaping culture.
- Collaborate with underrepresented communities to dismantle barriers to participation.
- Embed EDI principles into every aspect of our operations and programming.
- We believe that a diverse and inclusive team leads to richer creativity, stronger communities, and a more vibrant cultural landscape.
