EDI AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT ADVISER

Location: Milton Keynes (flexibility for some work from home)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Flexible Working: We welcome applications from those seeking flexible hours

Salary: Up to £25,000 per annum (Subject to experience)

Apprenticeships: Development opportunities are available through Apprenticeship standards

Reporting To: Head of People Development & EDI

IN SHORT

The EDI & People Development Adviser will be pivotal in supporting our drive in fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment across MK College Group. The successful candidate will support the Head of People Development & EDI and the Learning & Development team in crafting and executing strategies that promote equality, diversity and development across the organisation. They will support with the evaluation of the impact of these initiatives, support training sessions to enhance cultural sensitivity, and be the first point of contact for management and staff on related matters. Additionally, they will analyse workforce demographics to guide people development, recruitment, ensure legal compliance, and collaborate with various teams to nurture an inclusive culture, advocating for these values at all levels of the organisation.

You’ll ideally be familiar with Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and it would be a huge advantage if you have experience of using a HR system. We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated, good at working with others and likes a challenge. The opportunity to work in a dynamic and agile team means that no two days are the same. We can offer an inclusive and supportive culture where you’ll have the opportunity to hone your skills and play to your strengths.

MK College will treat all applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background, disability or any other individual characteristic. We particularly encourage applications from people with backgrounds which are currently under-represented within Milton Keynes College. All offers made to successful candidates are subject to satisfactory outcomes to a range of pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS). In addition, security clearance is required for all prison services positions up to Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level.

OUR BENEFITS

• 25 days annual leave, 3 additional company closure days and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)
• Group Pension Scheme
• Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
• A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card and our reward and recognition platform Encore
• Employee wellbeing platform