Job summary
Are you a passionate advocate for creating inclusive and equitable workplaces?
We are looking for a committed Inclusion and Belonging advisor with an expertise in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) to champion our efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
In this pivotal post, you will play a key role in designing and executing strategic initiatives that advance fairness, respect, and a sense of belonging throughout the organisation.
You will collaborate with stakeholders at every level to integrate EDI principles into daily operations, fostering a positive and thriving workplace culture.
As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visa's and Immigration.
After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)
Main duties of the job
This role will concentrate on co-ordinating and implementing best practice measures, as well as leading collaborative efforts to identify and seize opportunities for improvement and change.
You will bring a strong commitment and passion for creating inclusive environments and practices where employees can be their authentic selves, are appreciated for their unique differences, and are supported to perform at their best.
In this position, you will help the organisation drive inclusion and belonging, ensuring that our employment policies and practices are fair, equitable, and inclusive.
After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)
About us
Working at Derbyshire Community Health Services means being part of a team that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and growth, ensuring that every voice is heard and every contribution matters.
Join us to make a meaningful impact and be part of a positive, thriving workplace.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Key responsibilities:Work with the Head of Inclusion and Belonging to make sure national laws, guidelines, and new ideas are included in our policies, developments, and decisions.
Ensure our staff's lived experiences, insights, and perspectives are central to DCHS's business.
To lead on the mandatory and legal national EDI requirements.
To ensure we have in place appropriate mechanisms for the collection of data on protected characteristics and are able to track and measure our progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Key responsibilities:Work with the Head of Inclusion and Belonging to make sure national laws, guidelines, and new ideas are included in our policies, developments, and decisions.
Ensure our staff's lived experiences, insights, and perspectives are central to DCHS's business.
To lead on the mandatory and legal national EDI requirements.
To ensure we have in place appropriate mechanisms for the collection of data on protected characteristics and are able to track and measure our progress.
Person Specification
education, qualifications,experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of implementing EDI initiatives and best practice measures
- Experience of developing and implementing EDI training interventions
- Experience of analysing complex data and reporting it in a clear and concise way across multiple channels
- Experience of organising large scale events/projects across a number of organisations/sectors
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Highly developed written and communication skills, with the ability to produce high level reports and written materials
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with an executive team, senior leaders and stakeholders
- Excellent organisational skills - able to manage a busy workload, prioritise work, have fantastic attention to detail and meet set deadlines
- The ability to self-motivate, show initiative and drive
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an influential, engaging approach
- Self-starter with a positive and determined approach with an outcome focus
Values, Drivers, and Motivators
Essential
- Team player
- Evidence of a positive commitment to inclusion and belonging
Person Specification
education, qualifications,experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of implementing EDI initiatives and best practice measures
- Experience of developing and implementing EDI training interventions
- Experience of analysing complex data and reporting it in a clear and concise way across multiple channels
- Experience of organising large scale events/projects across a number of organisations/sectors
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Highly developed written and communication skills, with the ability to produce high level reports and written materials
- Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with an executive team, senior leaders and stakeholders
- Excellent organisational skills - able to manage a busy workload, prioritise work, have fantastic attention to detail and meet set deadlines
- The ability to self-motivate, show initiative and drive
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an influential, engaging approach
- Self-starter with a positive and determined approach with an outcome focus
Values, Drivers, and Motivators
Essential
- Team player
- Evidence of a positive commitment to inclusion and belonging
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.
