Racial Justice Support Officer

hireful; Bolton; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking a Racial Justice Support Officer to promote racial justice and support training initiatives across communities. The role entails delivering training, engaging in development opportunities, and fostering a culture of inclusion. Candidates should have experience in racial justice training and communication, with sensitivity towards the Church's values. The position is full-time and fixed-term until June 2028, offering a salary of £40,566.

Benefits

Access to learning opportunities

Comprehensive onboarding process

Investors in People Gold Award

Qualifications

• Proven experience of delivering training and development programmes.
• An understanding of the Church of England's structures and culture.
• Sympathetic to the aims and values of the Church of England.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a programme of development and training to help parishes address racism.
• Collaborate with clergy and connect parishes with wider learning opportunities.
• Liaise with the Church of England’s Racial Justice Unit.

Skills

Skilled communicator

Trainer in racial justice

Facilitator

Empathy

Job description

Racial Justice Support Officer

Our client is seeking a passionate and collaborative Racial Justice Support Officer to help shape and deliver its commitment to racial justice, equality, and inclusion. The Racial Justice Support Officer will promote the rollout of key initiatives in their racial justice work across the Diocese of Manchester. They will work alongside parishes, mission communities and deaneries, pioneering development and training opportunities, and equipping people to recognise and respond to racism in their contexts.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a programme of development and training to help parishes: Reflect on and address the impact of racism within their contexts; Foster a culture of welcome and inclusion for all; Promote fair and transparent approaches to clergy recruitment and selection.
• Collaborate with clergy and Mission and Ministry colleagues to connect parishes with wider learning opportunities.
• Build partnerships with external organisations to share learning and best practice.
• Liaise with the Church of England’s Racial Justice Unit to make best use of national training resources.

The post holder will be a skilled communicator and facilitator, with proven experience of delivering training and development programmes — ideally within the areas of racial justice, equality, or inclusion. They will bring insight, empathy, and the confidence to engage people in thoughtful and sometimes challenging conversations.

An understanding of the Church of England’s structures and culture, safeguarding best practice, and relevant national racial justice initiatives will be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be expected to be sympathetic to, and supportive of, the aims and values of the Church of England.

Learn and Grow

Our client is committed to nurturing talent and equipping the post holder to thrive. You’ll have access to a diverse range of learning opportunities, from workshops to training sessions, all beginning with their comprehensive onboarding process. In 2024 they were awarded the Investors in People Gold Award.

They are also dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. They warmly welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, and especially encourage candidates from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities to apply.

There is an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

To apply please click the APPLY button. Application should be made via a laptop or desktop rather than a mobile device. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information.

Closing Date

Monday, 24th November 2025 at 5:00pm

Interviews

Monday, 8th December at St John’s House BL9 0ND

Location

St John’s House BL9 0ND

Salary

£40,566 (Band 4.3) Spot Grade

Hours

Full Time - 35 Hours per week

Contract Type

Fixed term contract until 30th June 2028

You may also have experience in the following: Racial Justice Support Officer, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer (EDI Officer), Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator, Race Equality Officer, Anti-Racism Officer, Racial Justice Advisor, Community Development Officer, Racial justice, Anti-racism, Equality and diversity, Inclusion and belonging, Social inclusion, Intercultural understanding etc

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