Diversity and Inclusion Employment Monitoring Report 2025
Age
Under 25s make up 7.2% of the workforce, a slight increase from 7.0% in 2023 (where this information has been disclosed). This is lower than the Census 2021 data for this group (8.9%).
Over 65s increased from 5.3% to 5.5% of the workforce.
The other age bands have not changed significantly.
| Age grouping | % |
|---|---|
| Under 25 | 7.2% |
| 25 - 34 | 16.5% |
| 35 - 44 | 21.9% |
| 45 - 54 | 25.9% |
| 55 - 64 | 23.0% |
| 65+ | 23.0% |
Total recruitment
Under 25s make up 7.2% of the workforce, a slight increase from 7.0% in 2023 (where this information has been disclosed). This is lower than the Census 2021 data for this group (8.9%).
Over 65s increased from 5.3% to 5.5% of the workforce.
The other age bands have not changed significantly
| Age grouping | % ot total applied | % of total shortlisted | % of total appointed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 25 | 23.1% | 22.3% | 24.4% |
| 25 - 34 | 32.0% | 23.6% | 22.1% |
| 35 - 44 | 20.9% | 20.5% | 19.1% |
| 45 - 54 | 4.9% | 20.5% | 20.8% |
| 55 - 64 | 8.3% | 11.5% | 11.9% |
| 65+ | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
Internal recruitment
Internally, Applications from under 25s have risen from 8.5% last year to 14.4%.
Under 25 internal appointments have increased from 7.5% to 19.3%.
| Age grouping | % of total applied | % of total shortlisted | % of total appointed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 25 | 14.4% | 16.8% | 19.3% |
| 25 - 34 | 25.9% | 23.7% | 24.5% |
| 35 - 44 | 20.2% | 21.9% | 21.3% |
| 45 - 54 | 26.6% | 25.5% | 22.9% |
| 55 - 64 | 11.8% | 10.8% | 10.6% |
| 65+ | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
Leavers
Under 25's (11.7%), 25-34's (19.3%) and Over 65's (9.7%) had leaving percentages higher than the headcount figures.
The voluntary leaver percentage for Under 25's (10.7%) was lower, primarily because of a higher rate of temporary contracts ending than other groups.
Dismissals were lowest for Under 25's (2.35%) and Over 65's (2.86%), compared to 4.1% for Dismissals for all staff.
| Age grouping | All leavers | Voluntary leavers |
|---|---|---|
| Under 25 | 11.7% | 10.7% |
| 25 - 34 | 19.3% | 19.3% |
| 35 - 44 | 21.4% | 20.9% |
| 45 - 54 | 16.4% | 16.2% |
| 55 - 64 | 21.5% | 21.5% |
| 65+ | 9.7% | 11.5% |
Remuneration and pay grade
The much larger representation of under 25s concentrated in the D/E grades is expected given that this age group is more likely to be in entry level roles or at the early stages in their careers. This figure has risen slightly from 20.3% in 2023 to 21.3%.
Under 25s in Grades H/I have increased from 4.1% to 5.4%.
Age bands across all grades remain close to the figures from 2023.
| Grades grouped | Under 25 | 25 - 34 | 35 - 44 | 45 - 54 | 55 - 64 | 65+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N / O / Hay | 0.0% | 4.4% | 27.8% | 41.3% | 24.6% | 2.0% |
| L / M | 0.2% | 12.2% | 31.0% | 32.8% | 20.0% | 3.8% |
| J / K | 2.7% | 23.0% | 26.2% | 26.2% | 19.3% | 2.6% |
| H / I | 5.4% | 21.2% | 23.2% | 25.3% | 21.6% | 3.4% |
| F / G | 9.6% | 18.3% | 17.7% | 20.9% | 26.4% | 7.0% |
| D / E | 21.3% | 14.5% | 15.1% | 19.6% | 23.8% | 5.7% |
| B / C | 4.0% | 7.8% | 8.8% | 23.3% | 33.4% | 22.7% |
Disciplinary and Grievance Cases
Disciplinary cases were broadly in line with the workforce figures, although higher for Under 25's and those aged 45-54.
Grievance cases would be expected to vary more as there are fewer of them, however the proportions of these cases were close to the total workforce figures.
| Case type | Under 25 | 25 - 34 | 35 - 44 | 44 - 54 | 55 - 64 | 65+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disciplinary | 11.0% | 11.8% | 13.2% | 32.4% | 23.5% | 8.1% |
| Grievance | 8.0% | 20.0% | 24.0% | 28.0% | 20.0% | 0.0% |
Wiltshire Leadership Programme Attendance
Participation in the Wiltshire leadership training remains highest in the 35 - 44 age range (47.8%, slightly up on last year).
Participation has increased for those aged 25-34, from 20.5% to 30.4%.
It is lower than the workforce figures for those aged 45 or over.
| Age grouping | % of total Leadership Programme attendance |
|---|---|
| Under 25 | 2.2% |
| 25 - 34 | 30.4% |
| 35 - 44 | 47.8% |
| 45 - 54 | 17.4% |
| 55 - 64 | 2.2% |
| 65+ | 0.0% |
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