Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor

If you share our passion for creating an organisation where everyone feels included and which provides services that meet the needs of our increasingly diverse communities, then the exciting role of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor could be for you.

We’re looking for a dynamic and dedicated inclusion professional to drive the delivery of Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service’s new EDI Strategy for 2025-28.

This will involve looking after our EDI Group, supporting our staff inclusion networks, overseeing EDI training and awareness raising, and providing colleagues with advice on all matters relating to EDI to ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duty.

To ensure we provide inclusive services to the public, you will also quality assure our equality impact assessments, monitor EDI data to inform the development of our services and help colleagues build meaningful relationships with community groups.

You will need to be a confident, strong communicator and strategic thinker with a sound understanding EDI and HR principles and legislation. You should thrive in a collaborative environment where maintaining effective relationships with a range of stakeholders in essential, and be able to demonstrate effective delivery of change-focused projects.

Ideally you will have or be working towards a Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in HR, a CMI Level 5 in managing EDI, or will possess considerable relevant experience and demonstrable involvement in EDI, along with knowledge of policy development and legislation.

In return, you will be a valued member of a friendly and supportive team in a forward-thinking organisation where you will have the opportunity to shape meaningful change.

To apply please complete the job application form and provide evidence of competency against the requirements of the attached job description.

CFRS offers an excellent benefits package to all our staff including a Local Government Pension Scheme, attractive holiday entitlement, training and development opportunities and access to free parking and on-site gym.

Further information, a full job description and application form can be found below, or alternatively contact the HR Recruitment Team at recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Job description

Application guidance notes

Application form

Please ensure you read the Application guidance notes before completing your application.

Please return completed application forms via email to recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Please quote job reference 30/25/EDIA on your application form.

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 12 September 2025 at 9am

Workplace Adjustments and Accommodations

It is important that you consider at an early stage of the process if you would like to request arrangements that will assist you in completing the selection process. For example, in relation to disability; a neurodiverse condition such as dyslexia; pregnancy; religion or belief; or injury etc. Any requests for workplace adjustments will be treated with the utmost confidence. For support or further information please email: recruitment@cheshirefire.gov.uk

Appointment to this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) is committed to keeping vulnerable adults, children and young people safe from harm in all of the work that CFRS undertakes. CFRS recognises that it has a legal and moral obligation to safeguard these groups of people. Furthermore, it acknowledges that the protection of vulnerable adults, children and young people from harm is the responsibility of everybody within the organisation.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those with non-traditional career paths. If you’re passionate about the role we would encourage you to apply — your unique perspective could be exactly what we’re looking for.