Applications are encouraged from people who are under-represented in the union. We actively encourage women, Black and Asian Ethnic minority/Global Majority Heritage, disabled and LGBT+ people to apply.

JOB DESCRIPTION

GMB Southern Region has a vacancy for the position of Education and Equality Officer based in the Southern Region.

The successful candidate will develop and deliver training throughout the entire region. As the post will cover the entirety of the Region, it will require a degree of flexibility to necessitate periods of travel and time away from home.

The successful candidate will fulfil the person criteria as set out in section 3 of the job description and will have a proven track record in building effective Trade Union Organisation and in the development of an Organising Culture for both employees and lay members.

They will have a clear understanding of equality legislation, best practice and policies throughout the different jurisdictions covered by the region.

In return, we offer excellent terms and benefits, including:

• Final Salary Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Childcare Assistance Scheme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Eye Care claim back Scheme
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
• Annual Health Check

If you think you may be who we’re looking for and if you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification of the job description, we’d like to hear from you.

TO APPLY: If you would like to apply, please download the application pack documents from the links located on the right-hand side.

Please note:

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, so please ensure you have completed all sections of the application form (including referee details) and submitted no later than the specified deadline.