Armed Forces Covenant - Employment & Recruitment Policy

HAUS OF ÄSTHETIK LTD.
Armed Forces–Friendly Employment and Recruitment Policy
Policy Reference: HA-EFP-001
Effective Date: 10th May 2025
Review Date: 10th May 2026
Approved by: Managing Director

1. Purpose

This policy sets out Haus Of Ästhetik Ltd.’s commitment to supporting current and former members of the UK Armed Forces through fair, inclusive, and supportive recruitment and employment practices. It aligns with our signed commitment under the Armed Forces Covenant and supports our objective to achieve and maintain Gold status under the Employer Recognition Scheme.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all recruitment activities and employment decisions within Haus Of Ästhetik Ltd., including permanent, temporary, part-time, freelance, and sessional roles.

It covers:

  • Serving members of the Armed Forces (including Reserves)

  • Veterans and service leavers

  • Military spouses and partners

  • Cadet Force Adult Volunteers

3. Policy Statement

Haus Of Ästhetik Ltd. recognises the value that military experience brings to the civilian workplace. We are committed to being an Armed Forces–friendly employer and will ensure:

  • No individual will be disadvantaged in recruitment or employment due to their service or association with the Armed Forces.

  • Fair and inclusive processes will be maintained for all applicants and employees.

  • Reasonable adjustments and flexibility will be considered where service-related commitments arise.

4. Recruitment Commitments

We will:

  • Guarantee an interview to any applicant from the Armed Forces community who meets the essential criteria for the advertised role.

  • Clearly mark all vacancies with the statement:
    “We welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military family members. We are an Armed Forces–friendly employer.”

  • Include an optional declaration field in application forms inviting candidates to disclose their Armed Forces connection.

  • Evaluate Armed Forces training and qualifications equitably alongside civilian equivalents.

  • Consider flexible start dates for service leavers or those undergoing resettlement.

5. Support in Employment

We commit to:

  • Recognising prior military service when evaluating transferable skills and leadership experience.

  • Supporting reservist employees by providing flexible unpaid leave for training, deployment, or mobilisation in line with SaBRE and MOD guidance.

  • Offering appropriate re-integration support following a period of military leave.

  • Providing access to our internal Armed Forces Champion for support, guidance, or signposting to veteran services.

6. Military Spouses and Partners

We recognise the unique challenges faced by military families and will:

  • Consider flexible or remote working arrangements to support spousal employment.

  • Allow reasonable time off for domestic relocation or deployment-related family responsibilities.

7. Governance and Monitoring

  • The Managing Director shall act as the Armed Forces Champion and be responsible for overseeing the implementation of this policy.

  • This policy will be reviewed annually or sooner if statutory or operational changes occur.

  • Metrics, including Armed Forces applicant numbers and outcomes, will be recorded to assess effectiveness.

8. Equality and Diversity

This policy is aligned with our Equality and Diversity Policy. We remain committed to promoting a workplace culture that respects and embraces diversity in all forms.

 

 

Signed:
Owen Thomas Dickinson
Managing Director
Haus Of Ästhetik Ltd.

Date: 10th May 2025