EDI Business Support Coordinator Apprentice

The opportunity

UAL is offering an incredible opportunity to become an EDI Apprentice and gain valuable skills while working towards a recognised qualification. You will study the HR Support Level 3 apprenticeship which will equip you with the knowledge, expertise, and practical experience needed to excel in your role in EDI within a People and Culture context to pave the way for future career progression.

 

This Apprenticeship will enable you to develop experience coordinating and administering EDI learning activities such as the Anti-Racism Development Programme, both in person and digitally, as well as supporting the implementation of key EDI initiatives such as the Race Equality Charter, Disability Confident, and Cultural Calendar. This is your chance to participate in larger EDI projects to drive positive change within a large organisation.

 

You will gain experience in providing administrative support for course planning, registration, and attendance monitoring as well as collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to promote EDI learning activities through effective communication and marketing strategies.

 

About you

To be eligible for this apprenticeship, you should have a genuine interest in and be committed to upholding the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion issues and relevant legislation, and already have a minimum of 9 – 4 / A* – C at GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

 

You should not already hold a qualification in HR at level 3 or above.

 

The government sets out specific eligibility criteria for apprenticeships and applicants will have to meet these, including already having the right to work in the UK and having ordinarily been a resident of the UK for the last 3 years (student visas do not meet the criteria)

 

Please read the full eligibility criteria which can be found on the FAQ’s of our apprenticeships careers site.

 

Experience with Microsoft Office/365 and a Learning Management Systems is preferred, but willingness to learn is essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are a must, as well as the ability to organise workload, work collaboratively, and problem-solve effectively. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and eager to kickstart your career in a supportive and inclusive environment, we want to hear from you.

 

Apply now to join our team and be part of our mission to create a more inclusive and diverse community at UAL.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Our culture

We are a global University, welcoming over 22,000 students and 6,000 staff from 130 countries. We aim to be a university where people can be themselves and feel supported to reach their full potential. That’s why we are proud to be members of the Race Equality Charter (REC) and Business Disability Forum, are a Disability Confident Scheme Committed and Living Wage employer and maintain our status as a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Application process

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Thus, you will need to create an account and submit an application through our job board. As part of this, you will need to provide a supporting statement/answer some competency questions to demonstrate your suitability. Our recruitment process involves: Application, Shortlisting, Interview and Assessment, Offer, Onboarding.

We understand the benefits of using AI in work. But, if you are thinking of using it to submit an application, we ask you to think about what value it adds. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

If we receive a high volume of applications, the closing day date might close early. We aim to communicate any changes to the closing date with at least 24 hours’ notice. If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please refer to our Contact us page.

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