Are you a passionate and influential leader with the drive to create a truly inclusive workplace and reduce inequalities for staff, patients and communities?
We are looking for an experienced Head of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion to lead our EDI agenda across the Trust. Reporting to the Deputy Director of People, you will provide strategic leadership, expert advice and assurance to the Trust Board, Executive Team and senior leaders, ensuring we meet our statutory responsibilities and deliver meaningful change.
This is a unique opportunity to shape and embed an inclusive culture, lead delivery of key programmes including the Equality Delivery System, Workforce Race Equality Standard and Workforce Disability Equality Standard, and work collaboratively with staff networks, trade unions, community groups and system partners.
We are seeking someone with significant experience of leading EDI programmes, influencing at senior level, interpreting equality legislation and delivering measurable improvements in inclusion, workforce experience and organisational culture. You will be an excellent communicator, able to engage diverse audiences, challenge constructively and inspire positive change.
Applicants should hold a master's degree or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience working within EDI.
If you are ready to make a lasting impact and help us create a more inclusive organisation for everyone, we would love to hear from you.
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
About
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/
We Are Committed To Inclusive Cultures And Really Value People In Our Organisation, View Our Allyship Video On YouTube To Find Out More
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Shiels Job title: Deputy Director of People Email address: Rachel.Shiels3@nhs.net
For an informal discussion, please contact Rachel Shiels, Deputy Director of People via Rachel.Shiels3@nhs.net .
