Equal Pay Statement for Inhouse and Outsourced Staff

At The Open University, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embodies our values of Inclusiveness, Responsiveness, and Innovation. We believe in fair and equitable treatment for all colleagues, whether in-house or outsourced, ensuring equal pay for equal work. 

To uphold transparency and accountability, we conduct equal pay audits every two years and publish our Ethnicity and Disability Pay Gaps alongside our Gender Pay Gap. Through continuous monitoring and improvement, we strive to create an inclusive and forward-thinking work environment where everyone is valued and respected. 

We are also dedicated to ensuring that temporary agency workers receive fair and equitable treatment in line with the Agency Workers Regulations 2010. After completing the qualifying period, all temporary agency workers engaged at The Open University receive pay and basic terms and conditions that are at least equal to those of comparable directly employed staff. 

Furthermore, we are committed to ensuring that all staff, both in-house and outsourced, are paid at least the Real Living Wage, reinforcing our dedication to fair pay and ethical employment practices. In line with this commitment, The Open University conducts procurement activities in an environmentally, socially, ethically, and economically responsible manner. We actively seek to enter into agreements and contracts with suppliers who share and adhere to our vision, ensuring that our values are reflected across our supply chain.