Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice; Farnham, Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Six weeks holiday

Pension (group Self Invested Personal)

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff Benefit Scheme

Blue Light Discount Card

Job summary

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham/Guildford is seeking an Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead to champion the organisation’s EDI strategy across sites, with travel between Farnham and Guildford.

The role focuses on data-driven insights, delivering EDI initiatives, engaging stakeholders, and driving cultural change through training and communication. Hybrid working, 22.5 hours weekly, salary £28,288 per annum.

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and relevant legislation & policies.
• Proven experience in delivering EDI initiatives with measurable impact.
• Excellent planning, organisation and project management skills with the ability to multitask.
• The capability to analyse data and make suitable recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a variety of colleagues and stakeholders and to establish effective relationships.
• Flexible and professional approach.
• Excellent IT and administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall direction of EDI at Phyllis Tuckwell across sites.
• Capture and analyse data insights to improve reach and equity of services.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify gaps and drive solutions.
• Drive cultural change through focus groups, engagement initiatives, training and communication.

Skills

EDI knowledge

EDI delivery

Project management

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Flexible approach

IT & admin skills

Job description

Location Farnham or Guildford, Surrey with cross site working Salary £28,288 per annum Application Deadline Friday, September 25, 2026 Job Profile Job Profile document

Job Summary

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

£28,288 per annum (WTE £46,517 based on 37 hours)

22.5 hours per week

Hybrid Working

Farnham or Guildford Surrey, with travel required across our sites

Would you like to make a difference by working for a charity which delivers exceptional care in the local community? Are you committed to equity, equality, diversity and inclusion and keen to join an organisation that recognises each of its employees as individual, valuing their unique expertise?

Phyllis Tuckwell are seeking a dedicated and experienced Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead to join our values led, purpose driven and friendly organisation, at our site in Farnham, Surrey.

This role champions and leads the overall direction of EDI at Phyllis Tuckwell, taking responsibility for the development and delivery of EDI initiatives. By capturing and analysing relevant data insights, the role increases Phyllis Tuckwell’s reach and support for underrepresented communities and ensures a fully inclusive and accessible service for our patients, carers and workforce. Working collaboratively, and in partnership with internal and external stakeholders, the role shapes and finds workable solutions to overcome barriers and identified gaps in our provision and seeks to drive cultural change through the use of focus groups, engagement initiatives, training and positive communication.

If you wish to join a welcoming, supportive and collaborative team, enjoy strong peer and managerial support, wish to develop your career through excellent learning and development opportunities and would like to make a real impact in our community through inclusive compassionate care, we would love to hear from you.

About You

• Specialist knowledge in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and relevant legislation & policies
• Proven experience in delivering EDI initiatives, with measurable impact
• Excellent planning, organisation and project management skills with the ability to muti-task
• The capability to analyse data and make suitable recommendations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• The ability to work with a variety of colleagues and stakeholders and to establish effective relationships, collaborate and influence others
• A flexible and professional approach
• Excellent IT and administration skills

For a full list of essential requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification document.

About Us

Patient services are delivered from our new Hospice in Farnham and the Beacon Centre in Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North-East Hampshire.

Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work. Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters. They are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring ‘every day is precious’ for our patients.

The impact of our services on the lives of our patients and their families can be read about here:

https://www.pth.org.uk/our-care/helpful-information/patient-stories/

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at our core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees’ unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

We Offer:

Excellent Benefits

• Six weeks paid holiday plus public holidays
• Phyllis Tuckwell Group Self Invested Personal Pension (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Blue Light Discount Card

A Great Place to Work

• Equal Opportunities employer
• Flexible hours and flexible working
• Supportive colleagues
• 97% of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell* (Birdsong Hospice staff Survey 2023)

For further information regarding the role or to arrange an informal visit please contact Jaci Curtis-Donnelly, Director of People on [e-mail] or phone [phone]. If you are unable to apply on-line or have any questions about the recruitment process, contact HR on 01252 729408 or email: [e-mail]

Closing date for receipt of applications:

25 th September 2026

Interviews to be held:

Week commencing 5 th October 2026

We reserve the right to close the role ahead of the closing date should sufficient applications be received. Your early response is therefore encouraged. Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence.

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