Job Specifications
Job Summary
The EDI Team is dedicated to achieving our Trust's EDI objectives by collaborating with key stakeholders. Our focus is on workforce-related EDI, recognising the importance of addressing inequalities among staff. We work closely with divisional and corporate teams to identify EDI issues and create solutions, while also aligning with the patient EDI function to reduce health disparities in our communities.
Guided by the Equality Act 2010, which protects nine characteristics from discrimination, the Team supports the organisation in fulfilling its statutory duties and improving performance against NHS standards.
The Senior EDI Advisor will report to the Head of EDI and provide expert advice and solutions to support all Directorates and Divisions. They will help embed EDI practices throughout the Trust, working with various stakeholders to foster an inclusive culture. Utilising data and insights, the postholder will contribute to EDI, People and Culture strategies, ensuring compliance with statutory and NHS obligations.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will support corporate business returns such the Workforce Race Equality Standards (WRES), Workforce Disability Equality Standards (WDES), Gender Pay Gap and be responsible for the coordination of activities to support the EDI agenda and delivery of our national and local priorities.
Engage and collaborate with other teams/services across the organisation to embed the values of EDI.
Co-ordinate and deliver EDI activity e.g. events, workshops.
Support the Head of EDI and work with all other colleagues in addressing all strategic and operational activities to address inequalities and deliver our objectives, including key areas such as de-biasing recruitment, performance management and employee relations/development of a Just Culture.
Supporting and developing our Staff Networks.
Act as a point of contact of enquiries within EDI.
About Us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Date posted
23 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£51,883 to £58,544 a year Per annum inc HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-779-NN-7153905-A&C-OA
Job locations
Richmond
Thames House, 180 High Street, Teddington
London
TW11 8HU
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
General responsibilities
To act as subject matter experts (SME) in relation to workforce EDI issues, for example in relation to staff experience of discrimination across all protected characteristics, the role and impact of bias in processes, including recruitment, and the impact of health inequalities on our workforce.
Maintain comprehensive records of EDI activities, preparing reports and presentations for a range of audiences, including senior leadership.
Coordinate meetings and design events to promote awareness and engagement.
Support compliance with equality legislation.
Lead on the design and delivery of EDI training and development interventions and monitor progress and outcomes.
Review specific issues such as equality impact assessments, incidents, disciplinary matters and complaints at the request of colleagues and provide advice on statutory duties and best practice.
Responsible for the delivery of projects and programmes of change through persuading, negotiating and influencing staff to engage with EDI projects; motivating others to challenge ways of working.
Manage the publicity and promotion of the EDI work plan with key stakeholders.
Organise and deliver EDI programmes, events and initiatives as set out in the EDI work plan.
Line management of Band 4 EDI Administrator providing direct supervision for the work and activities against clear and agreed criteria, providing feedback and opportunities for them to contribute, plan and organise their own work
Plan, design and deliver specialist training courses on a range of topics in relation to EDI to enhance workforce experience and service improvement.
Facilitate workshops and group conversations and provide coaching and support to all staff, including senior leaders and managers in relation to EDI issues.
Information Management / Analytical
Regularly analyse the Trusts EDI workforce metrics, including the local EDI Dashboard as well as national and local metrics, understanding the issues that are affecting KRFT at all levels.
Produce detailed management information (including statistical analysis, operational metrics, and individual audits/reports) for a range of audiences, including senior managers/ the Board.
Analyse workforce reports, using data to identify hotspot areas and support the Head of EDI and the Deputy CPO and their team in the delivery of solutions focussed people strategies within the designated areas.
Use judgement skills to provide solutions focussed advice and guidance on all people related matters as appropriate to the role.
Support line managers and staff in the effective management of highly sensitive, complex EDI issues, using analytical and judgement skills to assess each case on its own merit with a solution focussed approach.
Maintain high standards of practice and recording of data as per trust policies and procedures for record keeping and information governance.
Work in collaboration with HR Business partner colleagues the post holder to develop and prepare and co-ordinate regular EDI reports/updates at divisional and service level as appropriate and for a range of audiences.
Benchmark the Trusts performance against other NHS organisations, drawing upon recognised good practice, and developing reports and plans to communicate key themes and actions.
Make use of a range of digital and IT applications to regularly create reports and plans, maintaining systems to manage and monitor project information; use of graphics to display statistical infor...