About

• Band 4: Permanent, Full-Time
• At HMP Fosse Way, a Category C resettlement prison in Leicester with the capacity to house around 1,700 prisoners, we believe in the power of decency, respect, and inclusion. We're looking for a passionate and committed individual to take the lead on Equalities, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI), and to champion Decency across our establishment.
• This is a pivotal leadership role, shaping the day-to-day culture of the prison and ensuring every resident is treated with dignity - regardless of background, identity, or circumstance.
• Key Responsibilities
• Equalities, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
• Drive the EDI agenda across the prison, embedding inclusion in all aspects of prison life.
• Ensure compliance with Equalities legislation, policy, and national standards.
• Lead on the Discrimination Incident Reporting (DIRF) process and quality assurance.
• Support and coordinate forums for protected characteristics and liaise with forum leads.
• Provide induction and ongoing EDI training for both staff and residents.
• Contribute to Equalities performance meetings locally and nationally (including DEAT and Serco forums).
• Analyse EDI data, report trends, and implement improvements.
• Decency
• Ensure living and working conditions meet decency standards across all units.
• Promote positive prisoner behaviour and clean, safe communal environments.
• Support meaningful staff-prisoner relationships and pro-social interactions.
• Oversee cleanliness, repair standards, access to resources, and prisoner labour job roles.
• Collaborate with facilities and operational teams to uphold core decency expectations.
• What We’re Looking For
• Proven experience delivering Equality, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives in a complex setting.
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Experience working in custodial or secure environments is highly desirable.
• Confident communicator with the ability to challenge, influence and inspire.
• Proficient with data analysis, reporting, and use of IT systems.
• Demonstrated ability to drive service improvement and embed cultural change.
• Why Join Us?
• A place you can make an impact - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives.
• A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
• A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture.
• You will join a forward-thinking, purpose-led team that cares about fairness, safety and rehabilitation. You’ll be instrumental in creating a community where staff and residents feel respected, included and supported.

You’ll also benefit from

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in an innovative custodial setting
• Free on site parking
• Use of on site gym
• Subsidised meals

• All Serco employees must ensure that their current line manager is aware of their application. For confidential enquiries please contact MyHR. Serco are Disability Confident Leader employers and are committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.