Head & Deputy Head of Accessibility Quiet Pride 2026 (2 roles) (Volunteer Roles)

Your Pride In London
Year after year, London's Pride celebrations bring people together in amazing ways. The connections and community we build lay the groundwork for a brighter, more inclusive future. Now's your opportunity to play a meaningful part as a Pride in London volunteer.

Pride in London is embracing a renewed sense of purpose that resonates with everyone. We stand as a beacon to highlight ongoing challenges within the LGBTQ+ community, even amidst progress. Our roots intertwine the protest origins of Pride with the spirit of celebration.. Our guiding values – Visibility, Unity, and Equality – drive every step we take.

Our incredible team is a blend of passionate staff and volunteers who champion diversity, inclusivity, and understanding. We hail from diverse walks of life, forming a vibrant community of change-makers. Our ultimate goal? To amplify awareness of LGBTQ+ matters and advocate for the rights that ensure equal lives for all.

With a diverse and dedicated year-round team of around 150 volunteers, we orchestrate Pride in London, the incredible event that unites us all. Your unique voice can contribute to the symphony

Pride in London stands committed to truly representing every facet of our community. We celebrate equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our focus is on enriching the diversity of our volunteers, ensuring that Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic, Disabled, Trans, and all communities are vividly reflected within our teams.

Application Closing:
5th January

Interviews: W/B
22nd & 29th Jan

Please note that we reserve the right to close roles before the advertised closing date, should we receive too many applicants. Early applications are advised.
Your Role
Role Start Date:
January 2026

Role End/Review Date:
August 2026

Are you passionate about creating inclusive spaces and removing barriers for

LGBTQ+ individuals? We are seeking a dedicated Head and Deputy Head of

Accessibility & Quiet Pride to lead our accessibility strategy and ensure Pride in

London is welcoming for all.

In this senior volunteer role, you will act as the organisation's primary accessibility

advocate, embedding accessibility across all Pride in London activities and Quiet

Pride initiatives. You will lead the design and delivery of access provisions for

parades, stages, grandstands, and sensory-friendly spaces, ensuring compliance

with disability-led and trauma-informed practices.

Working closely with event operations and community partners, you will oversee

accessibility logistics, manage accreditation processes (including maintaining Gold

Level status with Attitude is Everything), and mentor the Access Management Team.

This role also involves safeguarding, risk management, and championing continuous

improvement to create a safe, inclusive, and celebratory environment for everyone.

Your leadership will directly impact how thousands experience Pride in London. Let's

make it accessible, equitable, and empowering for all.

Your Responsibilities
The Head of Accessibility & Quiet Pride will be responsible for the following key areas:
Strategic Leadership, Advocacy & Organisational Influence:
Acts as the organisation's primary accessibility advocate and public representative; Ensures accessibility remains central to strategy, planning and delivery across Quiet Pride and Pride in London activities; Leads decision-making for the Access function, removes barriers, and acts as the main project owner for accessibility partnerships and accreditations; Influences accessibility practice across all organisational workstreams and event operations.

Accessibility Design, Standards & Communications:
Leads the design and implementation of access provision across parades, grandstands, stages and event spaces; Develops policies, procedures and practical guidelines to embed disability-led, trauma-informed and inclusive practice; Ensures public access information is communicated in accessible formats across website, apps and social platforms.

Operations, Logistics & Event Delivery:
Oversees planning and delivery of access provision for major events (including parade routes, quiet spaces, grandstands and stages); Ensures accessibility is embedded in wider event management and production planning; Oversees access provision for additional events such as talent shows, briefings, community meetings and gala events.

Safeguarding, Risk & Wellbeing:
Leads safeguarding and risk management frameworks with a focus on physical, sensory and emotional safety; Acts as the production company's primary point of contact on the day for access needs, decision-making and escalation.

People Leadership, Volunteers & Partnerships:
Mentors and leads the Accessibility/Access Management Team throughout the year; Oversees recruitment, training and coordination of Access Volunteers; Builds and sustains strong relationships with organisational teams, external providers and community partners; Leads budget oversight in collaboration with Finance and Operations and manages supplier relationships for quality and value for money.

Accreditation, Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:
Leads organisational strategy and delivery for accessibility accreditations, including Attitude is Everything; Ensures systems, evidence and practice are in place to achieve and maintain Gold Level status; Leads evaluation, learning and longer-term sustainability planning.

The Deputy Head of Accessibility & Quiet Pride will be responsible for the
following key areas:
Strategic Leadership, Advocacy & Organisational Influence:
Proactively champions accessibility and inclusion across the organisation; Supports the development and delivery of accessibility strategy aligned with organisational values; Acts as a trusted subject-matter contributor on inclusive practice and access.

Accessibility Design, Standards & Communications:
Supports implementation of access standards across events and content; Helps translate strategy into practical, accessible guidance for teams, volunteers and partners; Contributes to the development of accessible communications with digital and content teams.

Operations, Logistics & Event Delivery:
Supports operational planning and coordinates on-the-day accessibility delivery; Acts as a key operational lead for the Access Team during live events; Troubleshoots accessibility issues in real time under the direction of the Head.

Safeguarding, Risk & Wellbeing:
Supports the implementation of safeguarding procedures; Acts as a first responder for access issues, wellbeing concerns and reasonable adjustment requests from volunteers and participants.

People Leadership, Volunteers & Partnerships:
Recruits and supports volunteers, particularly disabled and neurodivergent volunteers; Delivers and coordinates access training for stewards, supervisors and specialist volunteers (including BSL interpreters); Identifies and responds to volunteer access requirements, implementing tailored adjustments; Maintains strong relationships with charity and community partners.

Accreditation, Monitoring & Continuous Improvement:
Supports day-to- day delivery of accreditation requirements; Helps gather evidence, feedback and impact data; Champions continuous improvement and best practice, supporting the ongoing attainment of Gold Level accessibility standards.

What You'll Bring To Pride In London
The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic, technical, and leadership skills,
including:
Strategic Accessibility Leadership:
Proven ability to advocate for accessibility at an organisational level, influencing strategy and embedding inclusive practices across all Pride in London activities.

Expertise in Accessibility Standards & Inclusive Design:
Strong knowledge of disability-led and trauma-informed approaches, with experience designing access provisions for large-scale events, including sensory-friendly spaces.

Event Operations & Risk Management Skills:
Ability to oversee accessibility logistics for parades, stages, and quiet zones, while managing safeguarding and risk frameworks to ensure physical, sensory, and emotional safety.

Accreditation & Compliance Experience:
Familiarity with accessibility accreditation processes (e.g., Attitude is Everything) and commitment to maintaining Gold Level standards through evidence-based practice.

People Leadership & Volunteer Management:
Demonstrated experience mentoring teams, recruiting and training volunteers (including disabled and neurodivergent individuals), and fostering an inclusive culture.

Partnership Building & Stakeholder Engagement:
Ability to develop strong relationships with community partners, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver high-quality accessibility solutions.

Project Management & Organisational Skills:
Skilled in managing multiple complex projects under pressure, with strong organisational and time- management capabilities.

Knowledge of Web Accessibility & Digital Inclusion:
Understanding of WCAG standards and accessible communication practices to ensure all public-facing information is inclusive and easy to navigate.

What You'll Get Joining Pride In London

• A Chance to Build New Connections: Pride In London is made up of a diverse collection of individuals, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies and activists.
• Sense of Volunteer Purpose and Contribution: Volunteering with Pirde In London gives you the chance to be part of an important annual event which creates an impact on over a million attendees. Many of who it may be their first Pride or their first time in London.
• Networking Opportunities: Volunteers often get the chance to work alongside and interact with key figures and groups within the LGBTQ+ community aswell as hundreds of volunteers from all walks of life.
• Fun and Enjoyment: Volunteering at Pride puts you within a fun, celebratory and vibrant atmosphere, with the opportunity to volunteer at both Pride Event Day and many other events year round.
• Contribution to Social Change: Through volunteering with Pride In London, you will actively be contributing to the ongoing fight for equality and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community, and in turn, helping to create a more inclusive society

Diversity & Inclusion

• Pride in London embraces diversity and inclusion.. We recognise that diversity of background, experience and thought enrich our community and empower innovation.
• We welcome and encourage volunteer applications from candidates of all gender, ethnic and cultural backgrounds as well as ages, sexual orientations, abilities, beliefs and experiences. Creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their true selves fosters creativity and community.
• Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities to qualified volunteers without judgement or discrimination. As a member of our team, you can expect fair treatment and genuine consideration.
• If this role resonates with your passion for creating positive change, we invite you to apply.