Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

Job Title: Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

Organisation: The Society and College of Radiographers

Location: Hybrid (London/Home) or Homeworking options available.

Salary: £58,235 per annum (+ London Allowance: £6,246 for London/Hybrid or £1,023 for Homeworking).

Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time

Benefits: 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays, final salary pension scheme, access to wellbeing initiatives, and shopping discounts.

Are you passionate about creating a more inclusive, equitable and diverse future? Do you have the vision and experience to lead meaningful change within a diverse organisation? We are looking for a motivated and collaborative Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead to drive forward Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB).

About Us:

The Society and College of Radiographers (SOR/COR) are two separate companies operating together to provide service and support for those involved in radiography. Together they comprise the professional body and trade union for those practicing in medical imaging and radiotherapy. The Society of Radiographers has an exciting opportunity to join our team with a wide remit across the organisation.

We are looking for a positive and knowledgeable leader with the experience, skills, capacity, and enthusiasm to influence and lead on all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across the SOR/COR.

About the Role:

This role will have lead oversight of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), working cross organisationally to create a dynamic, aspirational, and ambitious DEIB culture both within the SOR/COR and amongst SOR member workplaces.

We are creating a culture that reflects the diversity of the world around us and where employees & members have confidence and ability to challenge discrimination and structural barriers to inclusion throughout the profession, in workplaces, education and radiography practice.

Working inter-departmentally, with colleagues, networks and members, this role will develop a long term DEIB strategy that supports our strategy and embeds DEIB into everything we do, with a strong focus on collecting, analysing and using data to inform action plans and measure success. With strong leadership and ambassadorial skills, this role will be instrumental in challenging discrimination and non-inclusive behaviours that may arise in the workplace.

DEIB is everyone's responsibility at the SOR/COR, but this role will be the subject matter expert, interpreting DEIB standards, best practice, and legislation. The role will help colleagues, leaders, officers, and members understand their collective and individual responsibilities.

What We're Looking For:

This is a pivotal role for the SOR/COR and you will have demonstrable successful experience in the field of equality, diversity and inclusion, particularly within the context of facilitating culture change and organisational development in organisations.

In your application, you will be able to demonstrate your experience of championing equality, diversity and inclusion and effective management of projects. Collaborative working skills across organisations with the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships internally and externally, whilst championing EDI is a key requirement.

We want you to call out inappropriate behaviours and help others develop an understanding of their role in building an inclusive culture where everyone can be who they chose to be at work and where everyone is valued regardless of their background or status.

You will possess an empathetic understanding of issues around discrimination and marginalisation, coupled with a strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, latest reports, and research relevant to the lived experiences of those from marginalised backgrounds or those with protected characteristics.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace as we believe that this fosters creativity and innovation and is representative of the world around us, and everyone is eligible to apply. We especially encourage applicants from ethnically diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to apply, reflecting the true diversity of our membership body.

We are a Disability Confident committed organisation dedicated to fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for everyone. If you need assistance with your application, or a reasonable adjustment to the recruitment and selection process - for example, because you are neurodivergent, or have a physical, sensory, cognitive, mental, visible or invisible disability - please let us know, and we will be happy to help.

We encourage candidates to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the role. Whatever way you like to work, and whatever your background, if you have the skills, experience, talent, and commitment to join our team, we would like to hear from you.

Join us and be a driving force for a more diverse, equitable and inclusive future. Apply today.

How to Apply

To apply, please contact our retained consultant Will Worthington on 07884 696 980 for a confidential conversation and to discuss the application process.

Closing Date: Sunday 10th November 2024

Interviews will take place virtually.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early in the event of a high number of applicants. Candidates are therefore encouraged to avoid delay in submitting their application.

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