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Working for Equal Lives
We're a user-led Disability Rights organisation. We think there should be 'Nothing About us, Without us'.
At Equal Lives, over 75% of our Board of Trustees identify as Disabled, as do over 60% of our employees.
Disability Equality Trainer
​​Role Overview:  We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Disability Equality Trainer to join our team. The successful candidate will support the development and continuous improvement of our Disability Equality Workshops (DEW) and deliver these sessions to both external and internal groups of up to 20 people. This role involves promoting the training, securing new paid bookings, and staying updated with current events affecting disabled people to contribute to the training content. The contract is zero hours, the ideal candidate will commit to approximately 12 hours per month. You will have personal experience of Disability to thrive in this role. Reporting to: Marketing Officer Location: Hybrid Hourly Rate: £13.70 plus travel expenses Hours: Appox. 12 hours a month Contract Type: Zero hours Deadline:  Reviewed on a rolling basis Application Process: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview. To apply click on the application form button at the top of the page. For an informal chat about the role, please contact hr@equallives.org.uk with the subject heading ‘Disability Equality Trainer’
Norfolk Advocacy Partnership Co-ordinator
​Role Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team as the NAP Co-Ordinator. This role is crucial in coordinating the development and day-to-day running of the Norfolk Advocacy Partnership, ensuring it serves as an effective voice for marginalised communities within Norfolk. The successful candidate will build strong relationships with organisations across Norfolk, encourage a range of advocacy providers to join the partnership, and be responsible for regular partnership meetings and other events.​​ Reporting to: Advocacy Team Leader Location: Hybrid Salary: £24,500.00 rising to £26,357.15 pro rata Hours: 3 days per week/ 0.6FTE – working pattern to be agreed (Equal Lives opening hours are 08:30 – 16:30         Mon-Fri) Contract Type: Fixed term until December 2026 Deadline: Friday 18th July 2025​ Application Process: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview. To apply click on the application form button at the top of the page. For an informal chat about the role, please contact hr@equallives.org.uk with the subject heading ‘NAP Co-ordinator’
Disability Equality Trainer JD and PS
Community Advocate
​Equal Lives is committed to support Disabled people to have their voices heard, uphold their rights and make informed decisions through its well established Advocacy service. Role Overview: We are seeking an Advocate to provide comprehensive, issue-based advocacy support to Disabled people who face disabling barriers in their daily lives. This role involves empowering Disabled people to have their voices heard, promoting their rights and independence. The job description and person specification provide a comprehensive overview of the key responsibilities and candidate requirements. ​​ Reporting to: Advocacy Team Leader Location: St Vedast Street, Norwich, with operational responsibilities in Norfolk. Salary: £24,500 - £26357 pro rata Hours: 29.6 hours (4 days a week) - working pattern to be agreed Deadline: Monday 23rd June 2025 ​ Shortlisting: Tuesday 24th June 2025 Interviews: Tuesday 1st July 2025 Application Process: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview. To apply click on the application form button at the top of the page. For an informal chat about the role, please contact hr@equallives.org.uk with the subject heading ‘Community Advocate’
Community Advocate PS and JD
Advice and Advocacy Manager PS and JD
Manager, Advice and Advocacy
​Equal Lives has been a leading advocate for Disability rights in Norfolk for nearly 30 years. We are committed to empowering Disabled individuals through expert Advice and Advocacy services.​ Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic leader to join our team and oversee our newly integrated Advice and Advocacy services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing teams within the third sector, a deep understanding of the challenges faced by Disabled individuals, and a strategic mindset. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and support our Advice and Advocacy teams through a transformative period, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. - Ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred services that meet the diverse needs of our community. - Drive strategic initiatives to dismantle barriers and promote Disability rights across East Anglia.​ Candidate Requirements: - Proven experience in leadership roles within the third sector, preferably in Disability rights or advocacy. - Knowledgeable about the barriers and challenges faced by Disabled individuals. - Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate change and drive innovation. - Commitment to inclusivity and promoting the rights of Disabled people.​​ Reporting to: CEO Location: St Vedast Street, Norwich, with operational responsibilities in East Anglia. Hybrid working considered. Salary: Starting at £29,936.51 during probation, rising to £32,539.69 upon successful completion, with potential to reach £35,142.86 with additional responsibilities per annum. Hours: Full-time, 08:30 – 16:30, Monday to Friday Deadline: Reviewed on a rolling basis ​​ Application Process: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria are guaranteed an interview. To apply click on the application form button at the top of the page. For an informal chat about the role, please contact hr@equallives.org.uk with the subject heading ‘Advice and Advocacy Manager’
NAP Co-ordinator
PS and JD
​​To apply for a vacancy, you should:
Review the person specification and job description. Are you suited to the role? How do you meet the criteria? Use our application form to tell us about your skills and experience. You'll hear from us soon after the deadline.
Should you wish to submit your application in an alternative format, you should contact us at hr@equallives.org.uk to request this.
We welcome applications from anyone who feels they have the relevant skills and experience, however we do operate a guaranteed interview scheme for people identify as Disabled or a care leaver, who meets the minimum criteria for interview.
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We're a Real Living Wage accredited employer.
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All employees receive free training and a company pension.
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We offer 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
Working for Equal Lives, you'll know you're actively breaking down barriers for Disabled people living in East Anglia and contributing to real change in your local area.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
As a disability rights organisation, we welcome the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for its assistive and editing applications. AI that polishes human-generated content is a useful tool, and can remove access barriers, especially for those with cognitive differences. This is a nuanced topic, explored in this excellent blog by one of our Trustees, Katie Robinson.
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As AI-use has become increasingly common, we are receiving blogs and job applications that go beyond AI’s assistive purposes. In these submissions, content is being generated directly by AI. Our blog exists to platform Disabled people, not technology, and it is important to us that we maintain authenticity. If we suspect that your submission has been generated by AI this could lead to a rejection.