Culture and Inclusion Lead

We are welcoming applications for the role of Culture and Inclusion Lead with Devon & Cornwall Police based at the following location(s): Police Headquarters, Exeter
Salary: Grade 11 - Starts at £64,650 rising by yearly increments to a maximum of £72,972 per annum
Please note that the above salary is based on working 37 hours per week. If this role is part-time or you are appointed on a part-time basis your salary will be prorated to reflect this. Exceptions to starting salary may apply if you are an existing Devon and Cornwall or Dorset Police Staff employee substantively posted to a role at the same grade.

Type of employment: Permanent

Type of working arrangement:
Hybrid Worker - Hybrid working is a form of flexible working where workers spend some of their time working remotely (usually, but not necessarily, from home) and some in the employer's workspace.

Hours per week:
this role is
37 hours per week.
However we welcome applications from individuals wishing to work on a part-time basis and are willing to consider flexible working patterns subject to business need.

Allowances:
This role attracts no allowances.

About The Role
About the Role
We are seeking a strategic and values-driven Culture & Inclusion Lead to provide leadership and direction across all aspects of equality, diversity, inclusion, and organisational culture. This senior role will shape and deliver the Force's Culture and Inclusion strategy, ensuring that fairness, respect, and inclusion are embedded in everything we do. Working within the Deputy Chief Constable's portfolio, you will provide professional advice and oversight to support a positive workplace culture and inclusive service delivery.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing our equality objectives, annual equality report, and the wider framework required to meet the Equality Duty. You will also guide the integration of equality and inclusion across policies, projects, and business planning. The role includes leading engagement with protected and seldom-heard groups, strengthening our consultation and communication with communities, and ensuring that diverse perspectives inform decision-making. Acting as Head of Profession for equality and inclusion, you will advise senior leaders, influence strategic direction, and represent the organisation at national and regional forums.

About You
You will bring a strong record of strategic leadership, ideally supported by a degree or equivalent level 6 standard. You will have specialist knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights, together with relevant qualifications or professional membership such as the Institute of Equality & Diversity Practitioners. You will be confident working with senior leaders, using evidence and data to make the case for change, and ensuring our approach reflects both legislative requirements and the lived experiences of our communities.

Strong communication and facilitation skills are essential, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners. You will have a thoughtful, inclusive approach and the ability to adapt to different communication and working styles.

What We Offer
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on organisational culture and inclusion within policing. You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking leadership team committed to continuous learning and improvement.

Starting salary will be negotiable and dependent on the successful candidate's knowledge, experience and demonstrating high calibre of talent and potential to significantly improve service delivery.

Relocation allowance will be considered.

For further information, please see the role profile and recruitment brochure.

Want to know more about this role?
Further detail regarding this role and the essential requirements can be found within the role profile attached below.

If you think this may be the role for you and would like further information, please contact:

Hiring Line Manager:
Leanne Moorhouse - Police Sergeant, Executive Staff Officer to the Deputy Chief Constable

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What You Get If You Join Us
If you work for us, you will get access to:

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• 25 days a year leave entitlement, with an increase to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time workers).
• Access to heavily subsidised gym membership that will provide you access to police site gyms throughout the counties.
• Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme for discounts and services (requires a one off payment of £5).
• Company sick pay.
• Competitive local government pension scheme.
• Job related equipment, as required.
• Free onsite parking at many police sites throughout the counties.
• Access to Group insurance scheme (via salary sacrifice scheme).
• Support networks, free Employees Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and wellbeing services.
• Development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and flexible training plan, including regular check-ins throughout your initial period of joining us to ensure you are up to speed with the role and getting the support you need.
• Flexitime, with the ability to undertake your hours flexibly and in line with business need.
• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely at times throughout the working week (once signed off the training plan).

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