Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Co-ordinator

at  Norfolk Suffolk Foundation Trust

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people’s and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
At any one time, around 23,000 people in Norfolk and Suffolk are receiving care and attention from the Trust. We believe in whole life care - seeing people in the context of their whole lives, understanding the importance of good physical health, friends, family, spirituality, culture, home, work, education and a sense of purpose and achievement to experience good mental health.
Nearly 3,800 full and part-time practitioners care for our service users in hospitals, in the community and in their own homes, whilst an additional 1,400+ staff provide non-clinical support, including cleaning, catering, delivering supplies, ward administration, information technology, human resources and financial services.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience.
We are committed to delivering quality driven mental health services. Every individual makes a valuable contribution. We are proud of our staff who have been commended for the care they provide. Do you value working positively, respectfully and together? If so, we’d love you to join us!
We will consider flexible working arrangements for our roles, please indicate in your application if this is something you require

JOB DESCRIPTION/PERSON SPECIFICATION

Please read the job description/person specification carefully and ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience needed.

JOB OVERVIEW

Are you passionate about promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within a supportive team environment? We’re seeking an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator for our Employee Experience Team within the Human Resources Directorate at the heart of our organizational efforts.
Join us on a journey to enhance workplace culture and employee experience across our organization. This pivotal role offers a chance to work 30 hours per week, supporting our team to meet and exceed our equality, diversity, and inclusion targets. Based conveniently in our headquarters, with easy access to public transport and parking, this role promises to be both challenging and rewarding.
We are committed to providing comprehensive training and support, ensuring you are fully equipped to make a significant impact. If you are organized, proactive, and dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment, we would love to hear from you!

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• NHS pension
• Comprehensive training programs
• Career progression opportunities
• Generous annual leave, increasing with service
• NHS discounts and flexible working options
  Please find attached the full job description.
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MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

As the ideal candidate, you’ll bring excellent communication and organizational skills to the table, along with the ability to manage priorities effectively in a dynamic environment. Your role will include:

• Providing essential administrative and secretarial support to the Employee Experience Team, including the management of complex reports and presentations.
• Enhancing communication within the team and with external parties to promote our equality and diversity objectives.
• Playing a key role in the administration and coordination of the Equality Advocates Network and related activities.
• Contributing to service development through audits, culture change initiatives, and supporting the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead in various capacities.

Experience in supervising staff, coupled with strong IT and administrative skills, will be crucial for this role. We value flexibility, creativity in problem-solving, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION AND MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

For more about your key responsibilities and how you can contribute to our team, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Ready to make a difference? Click APPLY now!