Communities and Inclusions Lead - Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom - Suir Engineering

Description

Communities and Inclusions Lead - LGBTQ+ Andover Mind

Location: Hybrid / Basingstoke, UK
job type: Fixed Term / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Other

HourlyFixed Salary: £ 15.08

Location: Hybrid; This role will involve working flexibly between our Basingstoke Wellbeing Centre/NMH Safe Haven, from home and within the communities in which we work e.g. Test Valley, Basingstoke and Deane and Hart and Rushmoor

Working hours: 22.5 hours

Working pattern: Suggested: 3 days a week 9am - 5pm (1⁄2 hour lunch break) but can be flexible and discussed at interview.

Andover Mind is a leading mental health charity dedicated to providing support, information, and advice to individuals experiencing mental health issues in the Andover community. We strive to create a society where mental health is valued and prioritised, and where everyone has access to the support they need to thrive.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated communities and inclusion lead, focusing on our LGBTQ+ communities, to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organisation and the wider community. This role involves developing and implementing strategies to promote equality, tackle discrimination, and create an inclusive environment with a specific focus on LGBTQ+ issues

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working in a similar community focused role, with a specific focus on ethnic minorities/LGBTQ+ communities, preferably within the mental health sector or a related field.

In-depth knowledge of issues related to ethnic diversity, cultural sensitivity, and inclusion, with a strong understanding of the intersectionality of identities and experiences is essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage clearly and effectively to diverse audiences is also a must for the successful candidate.

Relevant qualifications in equality, diversity, or related fields or professional certification is desirable but a passion for wellbeing and challenging the stigma of mental illness are equally important.

Our benefits include:

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays – rising to 30 days with length of service
• Vivup membership which includes access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Leave
• Ongoing training and development

We take Safeguarding seriously, therefore you will be required to undergo a DBS ( Disclosure and Barring Service) check at the enhanced level before working with us. Further information can be obtained from

We welcome applications from all of the communities in which we work. We also positively encourage applications from people with mental health problems, those who are physically disabled and neurodivergent to apply for a role within Andover Mind.. Appointments are made on merit.

In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, we do not discriminate, and in line with our equality policy, we are dedicated to building an accurate picture of the make-up of our workforce to ensure we are developing policies and practices that meet the needs of all employees, regardless of their background or personal circumstances.

Do you hold a current valid driving licence with access to a vehicle?

Have you been referred to this job by a current Andover Mind employee? No Yes