The Social Mobility Commission measurement framework asks three simple questions

Impact measured against UN Sustainable Development Goals

08 decent work and economic growth S 10 reduced inequalities S
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This year, we initiated a survey to understand the socio-economic backgrounds of our team, adhering to the Social Mobility Commission’s guidelines.

This survey classifies backgrounds into professional, intermediate, and lower socio-economic categories. The insights gathered are part of our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Additionally, we’re exploring community outreach and upskilling programs to support those interested in tech careers.

While we focus on monitoring and communication, we’ve decided not to set specific targets but rather emphasize professional development for all team members.

For more details on the Social Mobility Commission’s guidelines, please visit their website here - https://socialmobilityworks.org/toolkit/measurement

We want to do more to diversify the backgrounds from which our team come from
Senior managers and administrators e.g. finance manager, chief executive 37.5%, Modern professional occupations e.g. teacher, nurse, social worker, artist, musician, software designer 25%, Traditional professional occupations e.g. accountant, solicitor, scientist, medical practitioner 18.8%, Prefer not to say 6.2%, Routine manual and service occupations e.g. van driver, cleaner, porter, waiter/waitress, bar staff 6.2%, Semi-routine manual and service occupations e.g. postal worker, security guard, machine worker, receptionist, sales assistant 6.2%
The majority of our team went to a state school
A state-run or state-funded school 62.5%, Independent or fee-paying school 25%, Attended school outside the UK 12.5%
Only a small percentage of our team received free school meals
No 75%, Not applicable (finished school before 1980 or went to school overseas) 12.5%, I don’t know 6.2% and Yes 6.2%