Jobs Policies Consultants
12 February 2013
Consultants and Associates (and their teams where applicable), contracting with the British Council are required to observe and adhere to, the following documents (including policies, charters and forms). It is the Consultants or Associates responsibility to familiarise themselves with and adhere to the policies, including the standards, behaviours and principles. You will also find here forms that may need to be completed and returned to the British Council dependant on the nature of the work being undertaken and the instructions given to you by the British Council Manager.
Child Protection Policy
Child protection is specifically about protecting children (under 18’s) from actual or suspected abuse. This policy explains how British Council intend to safeguard the children and young people we work with.
Download our Child Protection Policy (pdf 26kb)
Code of Conduct
This Code brings together some key standards and principles for the behaviour of members of staff, and others acting on the British Council’s behalf. It is designed to protect and enhance British Councils reputation and reflect our values.
Download our Code of Conduct (pdf 1MB)
Equal Opportunities Policy
As the UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations we develop relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds. This policy recognises British Councils commitment to equality of opportunity and inclusion, and to taking positive action to promote this.
Download our Equal Opportunities Policy (word 103kb)
Next of Kin form
As part of British Council contingency measures it is important for us to record next of kin details for everyone who works for us. Completing this form ensures we can contact the relevant people in the event of an emergency.
Download our Next of Kin form (word 26kb)
Pro-forma invoice and expenses claim
This invoice format must be completed and submitted to British Council along with your signed timesheet, receipts, tickets etc to support any fees and reimbursable expenses claimed (as applicable).
Download our Pro-forma invoice and expenses claim form (word 54kb)
Health and Safety Policy
British Council acknowledge a duty of care to ensure a safe working environment for our staff, customers and visitors. This policy explains how we aim to fulfil this duty through compliance with safety laws and fostering an attitude of best practice.
Download our Health and Safety Policy (pdf 27kb)
Personal Information Charter
As an organisation British Council need to handle personal information in order to provide services for our customers and clients. This charter explains how British Council looks after that information.
Download our Personal Information Charter (pdf 31kb)
Global Privacy Policy
The British Council regards the lawful and correct treatment of personal information as important to our successful operations and to the maintenance of confidence of those with whom we deal. This policy ensures that our staff and those acting on our behalf obtain, use and disclose personal information lawfully and correctly.
Read our Privacy Policy (pdf 28kb)
Environmental Policy
The British Council recognises that its activities can impact on the environment. This policy reflects British Councils commitment to minimising this impact by preventing pollution and continually improving our environmental performance.
Download our Environmental Policy
Other policies are:
Please note that the policies, charters and forms may change form time to time, therefore Consultants and Associates should check the website frequently in order to familiarise themselves with updates.
Social Media Guidelines
Download our Social Media Guidelines (PDF 67KB)
