Staff networks and groups

We foster an inclusive and welcoming culture and want to ensure that every new team member feels at home from day one. 

We welcome and support individuals from under-represented groups and have various staff networks which help us to progress equality. These include a Women's Network, Disability Network, People of Colour Network and Kaleidoscope Network, for people who identify as LGBTQ+. 

Our networks play a really important role in helping create an inclusive environment and building a sense of community here at Bath. They are instrumental in helping people feel comfortable in bringing their whole selves to work. 

We currently have a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our commitment to promoting gender equality and we're working towards our first submission for the Race Equality Charter. We are committed to promoting gender and race equality and addressing challenges in these areas at the University. 

University of Bath Staff Society

We also have a staff society, Omnibus, where you can take part in lunchtime clubs including football, badminton, volleyball, book group, crafting and board games. These clubs are a great way to meet and socialise with like-minded people from across the University. Omnibus also organise events and trips further afield, for anyone wishing to join.

Be part of cultural change. Find out more about staff networks and groups at Bath.

Our vision is to be an outstanding and inclusive University community, characterised by excellence in education, research, and innovation, working in partnership with others for the advancement of knowledge, in support of the global common good. 

Our values sit at the heart of our strategy and are integral in defining our characteristics as a community:

Delivering quality and excellence, whilst being quick to listen and learn

Nurturing high aspirations, for the benefit of all

Aspiring to the highest standards of scientific, ethical and professional integrity, whilst supporting the freedom to challenge received wisdom

Supporting a sustainable community and adopting best environmental practice

Fostering inclusion, equality, diversity and accessibility where the unique value of each individual is recognised as we build a community of trust and care by treating each other with respect

Find out more about the University's strategy and how we will drive excellence in education and high-impact research, foster an outstanding and inclusive community, and enhance our strategic partnerships. 

Be part of our journey towards the future.

Our Vision for EDI at Bath

Our vision for EDI is to continue to embed equality, diversity, and inclusion in all we do to enable us to thrive individually and collectively, and to contribute to an increasingly diverse and interconnected world. Our commitment to creating an inclusive community is interwoven through everything we stand for and all we set out to achieve.

Fostering a rich and diverse culture of inclusivity

At the University of Bath, we recognise that diversity is our strength. Our differences in background, culture, and perspective enrich our learning environment and help us to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing our society. Be part of a community that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms. 

Read our EDI vision in full

Whether it’s personal or work-related, emotional or physical, the wellbeing of our colleagues matters a great deal to us. We promote wellbeing at work by providing information, advice and support to create a thriving, sustainable and safe community and workplace.

‘Be Well’ at Bath is the University’s approach to health and mental wellbeing, informed by our staff and students. We offer tools and guidance – from blogs, podcast recommendations and events to our supportive networks and wellbeing champions. 

Be part of a thriving wellbeing community. Find out more about wellbeing at Bath.

As one of Bath's largest employers, one of our key objectives is community support. We partner with local charities to champion underrepresented groups and remove employment barriers. 

We actively engage in transition-to-work programs for young adults with learning disabilities, autism, or both, and empower women in the South West to access meaningful employment opportunities. 

We also offer a diverse range of options, from apprenticeships and internships to T-level placements, ensuring that everyone has a pathway to a successful career. 

Find out more about our inclusive career pathways