We are looking for a Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion to join our Trust. You will be an exceptional leader with passion, energy and the experience to support our strategic ambitions and help continue to develop a culture of belonging, equity and cultural improvement.

Reporting directly to the Director of People, OD and Inclusion, we are seeking someone who has the ability to effectively network and manage stakeholders as well as provide constructive challenge and speak truth to power. You will be a subject matter expert in equity, diversity and inclusion, but as a key member of our senior management team, also have strong leadership and engagement skills.

Main duties of the job

You will champion new ways of thinking and hearing the voices of our people and local population to improve equitable, diverse and inclusive experiences for all.

We have the support from the top of the organisation through our Chief Executive, executive team and wider Board. This role is fundamental to creating innovative approaches to diversity and inclusion which will support our work at Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

You must have significant experience of delivering and co-ordinating EDI programmes in complex and challenging environments including advising at executive level and in depth knowledge of the provisions of current equality legislation. You must also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels to influence, persuade and resolve difficult situations.

About us

Derbyshire Healthcare is a provider of NHS mental health, learning disabilities and substance misuse services in Derby city and Derbyshire county. We also provide a wide range of children's health services in Derby and southern Derbyshire, and we run the East Midlands Gambling Harms Service.

This role sits within our People, OD & inclusion team who are responsible for offering a strategic professional HR service to the Trust supporting all divisions and departments. The team consists of Divisional People Leads, Strategic Recruitment and Reward, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Organisational Development, Workforce Planning, Roster and Medical staffing.

WE have a fantastic range of staff benefits including:

• Commitment to flexible working where possible
• A range of salary sacrifices including, home & electronics, cycle to work, gym memberships, family pay & travel and leisure.
• Lease cars
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to a range of staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Job description

Job responsibilities

I hope you are excited by the opportunities that this role presents and that you will be inspired to apply to join our team.

Please be aware we are not looking to work with recruitment agencies on this appointment.

Please see the job description attached for the full list of responsibilities. Please ensure you review the full details before submitting your application.

Person Specification

Qualifcations

Essential

• Educated to degree or equivalent professional qualification or equivalent level of experience.
• Master's Degree in relevant area or equivalent level of experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development to demonstrate specialist knowledge in equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of delivering and co-ordinating EDI programmes in complex and challenging environments including advising at executive level.
• Experience of working and/or advising a wide range of senior stakeholders in the delivery of the equality and diversity agenda and compliance with the Public Sector Equality Duty in a healthcare or equivalent setting
• Experience and knowledge of equalities issues and success in addressing discrimination and inequalities in employment and service delivery
• Advocate for all staff groups and individuals particularly those with protected characteristics and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Substantial experience working in a senior EDI role including working in partnership with diverse stakeholder communities, other agencies, and Trade Unions both internally and externally.
• Experience in supporting and advising on the development of complex, sensitive policies/procedures.
• In depth knowledge of the provisions of current equality legislation, including its practical implications and best practice, with a proven track record of applying this within a complex environment.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing equality and inclusion policies, schemes, action plans and publicity information and implementing strategies.
• Experience of designing and delivering outcome-focused Equality training and resources

Desirable

• Experience of developing dynamic equality, diversity and inclusion data management tools to inform decision making and improve representation.
• Experience of designing, implementing and evaluating equality impact assessment methodology and systems.

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsway Hospital

Kingsway

Derby

DE22 3LZ

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383-COR-5215-24