Job summary
Head of EDI - Band 8B
Join us as the Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and you'll play a key role in the Human Resources and Organisational Development ("HR&OD") function. The first priority of the 5 year strategy 'Above and Beyond' commits to making GOSH a great place to work by investing in the wellbeing and development of our people. This vision will be realised through ambitious programmes of work around health and wellbeing, diversity and inclusion and staff engagement.
We have made good progress to implement our D&I framework called 'Seen and Heard' and have developed strong staff networks to support us. In this role you will partner with senior leaders across GOSH to deliver on the strategy, and using D&I data and insights to ensure the four work streams are project managed through to completion. Working with the Diversity and Inclusion OD Partner and Associate Director of OD, you will champion our 'making GOSH a great place to work' team ethos and engage key stakeholders including our staff union representatives and our 4 staff networks to drive the agenda.
For an informal discussion about the role, contact Andreas Marcou, Associate Director of OED on 02074059200
Main duties of the job
o o The Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion involves the provision of strategic leadership to advance EDI initiatives within the Organisation. Fostering an inclusive workplace, driving cultural change and ensuring compliance with local and national policies and legislation.o Continuous work to analyse various data sources and identifying areas for improvement, engaging with underrepresented groups and fostering partnerships with external organisations, promoting fairness, equity and inclusion across all aspects of the organisations operations by providing the expertise required.o To create a dynamic workforce EDI culture by bringing together managers, staff, networks, corporate functions to create a strong foundation for EDI strategy in the Trusto To manage relationships at a senior level ensuring excellent communication and working relationships are maintained and relevant information and data is available to demonstrate delivery of EDI work programme
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the role.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Masters level degree/Level 7 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field
- Evidence of continued professional development, particularly in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion expertise
Desirable
- Professional CIPD qualification/status or working towards
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Professional CIPD qualification/status or working towards
- Demonstrable leadership experience in EDI development activities concerning to the full range of protected characteristics, including a broad and deep understanding of barriers to change, prejudices and unconscious bias and how to appropriately challenge and remove such barriers
- A record of successfully leading on organisation wide EDI matters. Experience of having successfully implemented and held responsibility for the delivery of EDI projects showing clear and tangible delivery of equality objectives and link to strategic plans
- An understanding of how to champion and embed inclusivity issues effectively in large complex organisations
- Current topical awareness and future horizon scanning for emerging research, issues and future Government policy to inform organisational thinking. Demonstrable experience advising on EDI matters making significant contribution to the EDI strategy
- A specialist knowledge and in-depth understanding of equality, diversity and inclusivity issues, both within large organisations but also culturally across the local community, nationally and/or internationally.
- Experience of advising on the design and delivery EDI training to a wide audience including executive teams
- Planning and organisation of broad range of complex EDI activities or programmes, some of which are ongoing, which require the formulation and adjustment of plans.
- Significant experience of writing formal reports for internal and external publication with attention to style, content and tone
- Experiencing of managing others
- Experience in supporting and advising on the development of complex, sensitive policies/procedures and ensuring compliance and cultural appropriateness
- Substantial experience operating at a senior level in the NHS or large public or private sector organisation - in subject matter of EDI
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Competent in theory and application of EDI improvement tools and techniques
- Demonstrated experience of delivering and co-ordinating EDI programmes in complex and challenging environments including executive level.
- Act as a role model/lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout the team, service and wider Trust
- Tenacity to pursue goals energetically and succeed despite resistance - but without causing harm to others
- Strong, professional leadership qualities, assertive and self-confident individual
- Ability to lead, manage and motivate all staff within sphere of responsibility
- Excellent at working to strict deadlines, prioritise effectively and self-manage
- Up to date expert knowledge of employment law and Equalities Act 2010
Desirable
- Personally resilient and able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Masters level degree/Level 7 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant field
- Evidence of continued professional development, particularly in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion expertise
Desirable
- Professional CIPD qualification/status or working towards
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Professional CIPD qualification/status or working towards
- Demonstrable leadership experience in EDI development activities concerning to the full range of protected characteristics, including a broad and deep understanding of barriers to change, prejudices and unconscious bias and how to appropriately challenge and remove such barriers
- A record of successfully leading on organisation wide EDI matters. Experience of having successfully implemented and held responsibility for the delivery of EDI projects showing clear and tangible delivery of equality objectives and link to strategic plans
- An understanding of how to champion and embed inclusivity issues effectively in large complex organisations
- Current topical awareness and future horizon scanning for emerging research, issues and future Government policy to inform organisational thinking. Demonstrable experience advising on EDI matters making significant contribution to the EDI strategy
- A specialist knowledge and in-depth understanding of equality, diversity and inclusivity issues, both within large organisations but also culturally across the local community, nationally and/or internationally.
- Experience of advising on the design and delivery EDI training to a wide audience including executive teams
- Planning and organisation of broad range of complex EDI activities or programmes, some of which are ongoing, which require the formulation and adjustment of plans.
- Significant experience of writing formal reports for internal and external publication with attention to style, content and tone
- Experiencing of managing others
- Experience in supporting and advising on the development of complex, sensitive policies/procedures and ensuring compliance and cultural appropriateness
- Substantial experience operating at a senior level in the NHS or large public or private sector organisation - in subject matter of EDI
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Competent in theory and application of EDI improvement tools and techniques
- Demonstrated experience of delivering and co-ordinating EDI programmes in complex and challenging environments including executive level.
- Act as a role model/lead by example to ensure the Trust's values and behaviours are reinforced throughout the team, service and wider Trust
- Tenacity to pursue goals energetically and succeed despite resistance - but without causing harm to others
- Strong, professional leadership qualities, assertive and self-confident individual
- Ability to lead, manage and motivate all staff within sphere of responsibility
- Excellent at working to strict deadlines, prioritise effectively and self-manage
- Up to date expert knowledge of employment law and Equalities Act 2010
Desirable
- Personally resilient and able to manage complexity and work in an ambiguous or changing environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
