Bridge Group

Are you an inspirational, passionate and empowering leader? Do you have a proven track record in transformation and leading organisations through periods of change? Are you an excellent communicator, already acting as a powerful advocate for #SocialEquality? If this sounds like you, find out more about our CEO vacancy and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/dhEu7qRN #recruitment #CharityJob #hiring

Last Sunday was #NationalMentoringDay, but we should celebrate the work of #mentors all year round. Bridge Group research across a number of professions has found employees often face inequalities in accessing mentoring schemes, which can unfairly favour people from higher socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about this, and why the Bridge Group recommends that employers ensure that formal, transparent mentoring programmes are in place:  https://lnkd.in/e9C5prei #SocialEquality #mentoring #DEI

A report by the Dept. for Education last week showed the gap in progression rates to higher education by age 19 between Free School Meal (FSM) eligible pupils and non-FSM eligible pupils in 2022/23 increased to the highest recorded level ever at 20.8% - up from 20.2% in 2021/22: https://lnkd.in/d7FQ2mJJ At the Bridge Group, we know the link between background and educational and employment outcomes divides our society and hinders our creative and economic productivity. Our efforts to help close the gap in university access is thus more relevant than ever. Find out more about our work in the Higher Education sector at https://lnkd.in/eg5-5cr2

ONE WEEK TO GO until our #webinar on using socio-economic background data to inform action. This is part of our series of free, on-line webinars, packed with practical tips and useful resources for busy people: Sign up here:  https://lnkd.in/dFZn_H2Z #SocialMobility #DiversityAndInclusion

Read our Autumn #Newsletter to find out about the Bridge Group’s latest news, events, blogs, and #research to promote social equality. https://lnkd.in/dpH_cQXS #DiversityInclusion #Newsletter #SocialEquality Image by RDNE Stock

The Bridge Group is #recruiting a new Chief Executive Officer. The role is an #opportunity to lead the growth of an established charity with a national reputation, at a vital moment in its development. The postholder will demonstrate leadership, initiative and inclusivity – to put into action their passion for improving #SocialEquality across the UK. If this sounds like you, please find out more about the position and how to apply here: https://lnkd.in/dhEu7qRN #recruitment #CharityJob #hiring

The Bridge Group is delighted to welcome Patricia Ncube and Dr Soyoung Kweon to the team. As our new Researcher, Patricia will be contributing to the design and delivery of our research, with a particular focus on gathering and analysing qualitative data. Soyoung is our new Senior Data Analyst and is responsible for the design and delivery of research using quantitative methods. You can meet all of our expanding staff team, as we implement our new strategy for the growth of the charity, here: https://lnkd.in/d5qk5282 Please follow us to find out about current opportunities within our organisation. Or subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/dRubuWw5  #SocialMobility #NewStaff #MeetTheTeam

Co-founder and CEO of the Bridge Group, Nik Miller, will step down from his role at the charity in January 2025. However, Nik will continue his work to support social equality, including as a Fellow at the Bridge Group. Nik said, “The last decade has been a wonderful journey as we have grown the charity’s impact and influence together. It’s been a great joy to work alongside remarkable colleagues, ambitious clients and a devoted group of trustees. I remain deeply committed to the mission of the Bridge Group and my contributions will continue – but for me the time is right to step down from the CEO role, and for someone else to have the exciting opportunity to lead the charity’s next strategic chapter.” Read the complete statement: https://lnkd.in/eiXSyt5R #SocialMobility #Opportunity #Recruitment

In this short video clip, one of the Bridge Group’s Senior Researchers, Dr Aleksandra Kubica, talks about how qualitative methods can help us in our #research relating to socio-economic background (SEB). Aleksandra will be talking more about how qualitative research can be used to understand workforce experiences and barriers in our upcoming event: Using SEB data to inform action. Sign up to this free, on-line webinar, offering practical guidance here: https://lnkd.in/dFZn_H2Z #SocialMobility #diversity #inclusion

The Bridge Group commends all the 150 organisations that submitted to this year's Social Mobility Employer Index.  Nik Miller, CEO of the Bridge Group, said:  “The rigour of the Index means that there is great value in preparing a submission since it compels employers to consider their approaches and policies across a wide range of areas. The benchmarking inherent in the exercise is also vital to understand the progress achieved, by individual organisations and in aggregate across employers.”    Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dwZeTRPX #SMFIndex24 #InclusionMatters #EquityAndInclusion