Serco Limited - HMP Fosse Way Permanent, Full-Time £35,000 - £38,000 per annum + Corporate Benefits Package
At HMP Fosse Way, a Category C resettlement prison in Leicester with the capacity to house around 1,700 prisoners, we believe in the power of decency, respect, and inclusion. We're looking for a passionate and committed individual to take the lead on Equalities, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), and to champion Decency across our establishment.
This is a pivotal leadership role, shaping the day-to-day culture of the prison and ensuring every resident is treated with dignity - regardless of background, identity, or circumstance.
Key Responsibilities
Equalities, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
* Drive the EDI agenda across the prison, embedding inclusion in all aspects of prison life.
* Ensure compliance with Equalities legislation, policy, and national standards.
* Lead on the Discrimination Incident Reporting (DIRF) process and quality assurance.
* Support and coordinate forums for protected characteristics and liaise with forum leads.
* Provide induction and ongoing EDI training for both staff and residents.
* Contribute to Equalities performance meetings locally and nationally (including DEAT and Serco forums).
* Analyse EDI data, report trends, and implement improvements.
Decency
* Ensure living and working conditions meet decency standards across all units.
* Promote positive prisoner behaviour and clean, safe communal environments.
* Support meaningful staff-prisoner relationships and pro-social interactions.
* Oversee cleanliness, repair standards, access to resources, and prisoner labour job roles.
* Collaborate with facilities and operational teams to uphold core decency expectations.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience delivering Equality, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives in a complex setting.
* Strong leadership and people management experience.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.
* Experience working in custodial or secure environments is highly desirable.
* Confident communicator with the ability to challenge, influence and inspire.
* Proficient with data analysis, reporting, and use of IT systems.
* Demonstrated ability to drive service improvement and embed cultural change.
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