Hiring disabled people

Hiring disabled people makes business sense. There are one million disabled people in the UK who want to work but are not given the opportunity.

The benefits for businesses

Hiring disabled people can bring numerous benefits to a business.

Companies that prioritise digital inclusion:

• are twice as likely to have higher shareholder returns
• 28% higher revenue
• see a 30% better performance in economic profit margins

This is according to Accenture’s analysis of the Disability Equality Index (DEI). The DEI is a tool that gives US businesses an objective score based on their disability inclusion policies and practices.

Source: The Disability Inclusion Advantage, Accenture (PDF)

Here are some other benefits of diversifying your workforce:

Improved morale and job satisfaction

A diverse workforce can lead to increased job satisfaction among all employees. In turn, this can create a more positive work environment for everyone.

Increased diversity of thought

Hiring disabled people means tapping into a more diverse range of perspectives. This can lead to increased innovation in the workplace.

Access to a larger talent pool

By focusing on ability over disability, businesses can access a larger pool of talented individuals. Especially those who may have been overlooked by other employers.

Positive impact on brand image

Consumers tend to view companies that embrace diversity and inclusion more positively. This can lead to increased brand loyalty and recognition.

Scope jobs board

If you’re looking to attract disabled candidates to your vacancies, we’re here to help. The Scope jobs board is now available to every organisation that is on our Workplace disability inclusion programme.

Advertise on Scope’s job board and get helpful guidance on recruiting a more diverse workforce.

Speak to your account manager for more information about advertising on our jobs board.