The purpose of this role is to work alongside the People Support Manager in implementing the actions from the Inclusion Delivery Plan, aimed at improving outcomes for underrepresented groups and enhancing the workplace experience for all staff. This includes data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform meaningful and sustainable change.
The role involves cross-team collaboration, knowledge sharing, and supporting equitable resource allocation for colleagues.
The post holder will also lead in multiple People Support projects (Engagement, EDI, Wellbeing) in line with the People Strategy. A compassionate, inclusive and respectful approach is key, with an emphasis on addressing individual needs and signposting to appropriate resources when necessary
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Please be advised that interviews are proposed for 28th March 2025.
- Support the implementation of the Inclusion Delivery Plan, working closely with action owners and stakeholders.
- Conduct data collection and analysis related to workforce representation, contributing to the development of an EDI dashboard.
- Provide administrative and strategic support to Staff Networks, committees, and steering groups, coordinating events and inclusion initiatives.
- Actively promote inclusive practices across all teams, helping leaders understand the value of EDI and its impact on healthcare outcomes.
- Monitor and evaluate action plans, ensuring best practices are applied.
- Guide staff in accessing appropriate support services, including Occupational Health, Employee Psychological Services, and Wellbeing Resources.
- Collaborate with Communications, Occupational Health, and Workforce teams to share updates and promote current initiatives.
- Maintain confidentiality while addressing staff concerns and safeguarding issues.
- Lead in the organisation and facilitation of learning events, workshops, presentations, and awareness campaigns to advance EDI efforts.
- Maintain and update the EDI intranet pages and team mailbox, ensuring timely communication and engagement.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Charlotte Lombardi-Whitehouse Job title: People Support Mgr, Equality Diversity & Inclusion Email address: charlotte.lombardiwhitehouse@uhcw.nhs.uk
