Job Description

About this role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and visionary leader to join our newly formed Transformation and Improvement Service as Assistant Director for Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity.
You will provide strategic leadership to embed equity, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of the University's transformation agenda. This means driving ambitious cultural and organisational change that champions anti-racism, inclusive leadership, and equitable practices. You will ensure that our people, processes and structures actively foster belonging, accessibility and fairness, creating an environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone can thrive. Your work will influence policy, practice and culture at every level, aligning EDI outcomes with the University's strategic goals and delivering measurable, sustainable impact.
You will shape and deliver our ambitious Anti-Racism strategy that aligns with the University's mission, creating sustainable change that enhances organisational effectiveness and supports a positive, inclusive culture for all staff and students.
About you
You will be a dynamic and collaborative leader with a proven track record of delivering impactful EDI strategies and cultural transformation. You should have experience influencing senior leadership teams and developing innovative, evidence-based solutions that advance equity and inclusion. You'll demonstrate UWE Values, leading by example with a commitment to anti-racism, accessibility, and service excellence.
About Transformation and Improvement Services
We make change happen.
Planning and implementing change can be complex and challenging. Transformation & Improvement Services simplifies the process of managing change, supporting leaders to prioritise and deliver the most impactful work. We drive a culture of continuous improvement by breaking down barriers, testing new ideas, and co-creating inclusive solutions that empower our community. By staying ahead of external trends and internal needs, we enable the University to adapt and thrive in an ever-changing environment.
Where is this role based?
This post is based at our lively campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.
We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in , one of the UK's most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.
We offer a wide range of including progressive pay rates, generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
Add your individuality to ours
UWE Bristol recognises the power of a .
We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we're always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you'll thrive.
We particularly encourage applications from global majority candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.
As a employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
Further information
If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role, please contact Katherine Davies on 0117 3282241 or email:
Shortlisting is expected to be completed within 2 weeks of the closing date depending on application volumes. We are hoping to hold interviews week commencing 2nd February 2026, but we aim to give candidates at least a week's notice to attend interview.
UWE Bristol is a campus-based University, and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based, with the opportunity to work from home on occasion.
To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the for information on which documents are acceptable.
Advice to applicants
We'd love to hear from you - if you are excited about this opportunity, please complete our application form as soon as possible.
Tell us how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the and include specific examples wherever possible.
Once we have completed shortlisting, we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.

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