Culture and Inclusion Lead

Dorset Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in the UK is seeking a Culture & Inclusion Lead to provide leadership on equality, diversity, and inclusion strategies. The role involves developing equality objectives, guiding policy integration, and representing the organization in forums. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, subsidized gym memberships, and flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options.

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly increments

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days after 5 years

Subsidised gym membership

Blue Light Card Scheme

Company sick pay

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Development and training opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience leading culture and inclusion initiatives.
• Proven track record in equality and diversity implementation.
• Strong communication and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement equality objectives and reports.
• Guide integration of inclusion across policies and projects.
• Act as Head of Profession for equality and inclusion.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic direction

Equality and diversity

Consultation and engagement skills

Job description

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.

Further Information

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.

What you get if you join us

• 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)