Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor

City of Glasgow College; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45 days holiday

Flexible working

Occupational Health & wellbeing

Cycle to Work

Campus facilities

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

City of Glasgow College is seeking an Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor (Permanent, Full Time). The post supports leadership in ED&I initiatives, advising managers, staff and students on ED&I topics, and reporting on progress through surveys and research.

The ideal candidate will hold an ED&I qualification or degree with relevant experience, strong knowledge of ED&I legislation, and the ability to develop systems, report findings, and mainstream ED&I across the college.

Qualifications

• Relevant ED&I qualification or degree and/or extensive experience in equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Strong knowledge of ED&I legislation, EHRC guidance and codes of practice.
• Ability to analyse data and present findings to demonstrate progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to managers, colleagues and students on ED&I topics.
• Lead on inclusive practice, mainstreaming the ED&I agenda across the college.
• Prepare reports on surveys and research to track equality outcomes.

Job description

3713- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor

JOB VACANCY

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor

Permanent

Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: Grade 5 £37,953 - £41,182 per annum (Please note successful candidates will commence on £37,953 per annum)

Location: City Campus & Riverside Campus

The successful candidate will work with the Organisational Development Managerto support the leadership and co-ordination for the College’s ED&I initiatives and operations. You will provide advice and support to managers, colleagues and students on topics relating to ED&I, including related legislation, statutory duties, EHRC guidance, codes of practice and best practice within the sector.

In particular, you will engage with diverse student and staff groups to encourage mainstreaming of the ED&I agenda, and report findings from surveys and other research. In doing so you will analyse and present results to demonstrate progress in achieving our equality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have an HND/Degree level qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline and/or relevant experience or ED&I specific qualification. You will also have an excellent understanding and experience of advancing the ED&I function, ideally within a public sector organisation.

You will have a good understanding of ED&I-related practice and legislation. You will possess excellent organisational skills and be able to manage conflicting priorities. It is desirable to have experience of developing and implementing systems and procedures. A ‘Train the Trainer’ qualification would be advantageous but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading colleges with access to great career development opportunities within a skilled workforce. Our modern Riverside Campus and City Campus provide a world-class working and learning environment. Some roles offer a mix of campus and remote working, and this can be discussed in further detail at interview. Additionally, the College offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Generous holiday entitlement - 45 days holiday (including bank & public holidays).
• Flexible working opportunities.
• Access to Occupational Health & a 24/7 confidential employee support service.
• Access to dedicated Health & Wellbeing services.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to campus facilities such as Costa Coffee, City Market (Bakery), Hair and Beauty Salon, College Gym, Library Services.
• Exclusive discounts from high street retailers.

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Check & Certificate of Good Conduct (as applicable), and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Applications close no later than Midnight Thursday 12th November 2026.

3713- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Advisor