Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)
Employer: Young Lives Vs Cancer
Location: We honestly don’t mind. You’ll be expected to travel between our London (Farringdon) and central Bristol offices as well as other locations across the UK. Either of our office locations or remote home working is acceptable.
Working hours: Full or Part Time – Open to both options
Salary: c. £56,000
Closing date: 19 July 2026 (11:59pm)
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Today, 12 children and young people will be diagnosed with cancer. We’ll stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.
Salary: c. £56,000
Full or Part Time – Open to both options
Permanent
Location: We honestly don’t mind. You’ll be expected to travel between our London (Farringdon) and central Bristol offices as well as other locations across the UK. Either of our office locations or remote home working is acceptable. Please clearly state your preferred location in your application.
Closing date: 19 July 2026 (11:59pm)
First stage interviews: w/c 10 August 2026
Second stage interviews w/c 17 August 2026
Change lives in a life-changing career
When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it’s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain.
The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That’s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.
We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we know what a better future could look like. And we know what we need to do to make that future a reality. We need to push harder, reach further and work smarter. And we need the right people on our team to help us get there. People like you.About the role
We’re looking for a Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) with experience of designing and embedding organisational DEIB strategies and leading culture change at a senior level to join our CEO Office.
This is a pivotal leadership role at a critical moment in our DEIB journey. You will lead the development of our next DEIB strategy, building on our ‘Brave, Not Perfect’ commitments and driving forward meaningful, measurable change across the organisation. Working closely with the CEO and Executive Team, you will shape the vision, influence decision-making and ensure DEIB is fully embedded across our culture, systems and ways of working.
You’ll act as both a strategic lead and an organisational change expert – engaging colleagues, supporting leaders, and ensuring our work reflects the diverse needs of the children and young people we support. This role does not have direct reports but carries significant influence across the organisation, requiring strong leadership, resilience, and the ability to bring others on the journey.
What will I be doing?
No two days are the same at Young Lives vs Cancer. So, summarising your ‘day to day’ isn’t easy. Here are some of the main things you’ll be doing, but you’ll find more details in the job description.
The next step in Young Lives vs Cancer’s diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging journey
Building on the work in ‘Brave, not Perfect’ to develop the next iteration of DEIB strategy at Young Lives
To engage the organisation in the development and context of this work, and to deliver a programme model for the delivery of the goals within the strategy, including monitoring and evaluation
Build on strong foundations
To evaluate and develop our programme of internal DEIB engagement ‘DEIB Confident’ to reflect the goals within the next phase of DEIB strategy
To support and develop our existing staff led networks, and the creation of new ones
To lead and develop our approach to Equity Impact Assessment
To coach, advise and challenge senior leaders and allies within the organisation
Leadership
To role model the culture we want to see at Young Lives vs Cancer, through your behaviour, ways of working and approach to leadership
As a Head of department, you will be a key senior leader and manager, providing visible and confident leadership for all of our workforce at Young Lives vs Cancer, and taking a holistic organisational view in all matters – holding our strategy and vision for young cancer patients at heart.
What do I need?
Diverse perspectives and unique skillsets are at the heart of Young Lives vs Cancer. If you're passionate about making a positive impact and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet the criteria and person specification fully. Your potential is what matters most to us, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment to help you develop.
The key skills we’re looking for in this role are:
Experience of developing and implementing an EDI strategy at a senior level
Understanding and knowledge of EDI legislation, policies and best practices
Experience of managing change initiatives and a practical approach to culture change including through systems, policy and procedures
Experience of leading, inspiring and motivating staff
A good leader with ambition and conviction and the ability and desire to inspire staff at all levels.
Demonstrable influencing skills and ability to develop networks both internally and externally
Experience of facilitating activities across geographically dispersed operations
A respected project and change expert with personal confidence
Understanding of oppression and the barriers that marginalised people face, and strong commitment to deliver anti-oppressive practices
Demonstrate that Young Lives vs Cancer’s values are at the heart of everything you do: Curious, Creative, Collaborative, Changemaking, and Courageous
What will I gain?
For people to reach their full potential, they need the right environment. As a member of Team Young Lives, you’ll be made to feel supported, valued and appreciated. Here’s how we do it:
Flexible working: we’re open to working hours outside of 9 - 5 and we can talk through your flexibility requirements at interview stage
Wellbeing days: four days a year to do what works for you – from catching up on training to going for a walk
Generous annual leave allowance
Great family/caring leave entitlements
Enhanced pension
Access to our employee savings scheme
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