Regional Lead TechFirst (South East) Salary: £43,000 Help shape the future of technology education across the South East. Are you a skilled programme manager who enjoys building partnerships, leading teams, and delivering impactful programmes? We're looking for a Regional Lead to oversee delivery of the TechFirst programme across the South East. Reporting to the Senior Regional Lead, you will be responsible for coordinating delivery activity, managing a team of three colleagues, and ensuring schools, employers, and partners receive an excellent experience. Based from home with regular travel across the South East and into our London (E1) office and occasional travel to our York head office, this is an exciting opportunity to lead local delivery of a nationally significant programme designed to improve young people's access to technology skills and careers. About Us STEM Learning s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc. TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme connecting young people with employers, volunteers, technology professionals, and education partners to inspire future careers and develop the skills needed for tomorrow's workforce. We believe every young person should have access to high-quality technology education and meaningful opportunities to engage with the world of work. Our Ideal Candidate You will have experience delivering programmes within education, careers, skills, youth engagement, or related sectors. You will be an effective people manager with excellent organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities. You will be comfortable building relationships with a range of stakeholders and using data to drive performance and improvement. Most importantly, you will be passionate about creating opportunities for young people and helping them access exciting futures in technology. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more Location South East England (with regular travel across the sub-region and London and occasional travel to York). This role will be working from home. Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interested you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Closing date 9am - 19th June 2026 1st stage interviews: w/c 22nd June and 29th June (online) 2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July (in person in London)
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Regional Lead TechFirst (South East) Salary: £43,000 Help shape the future of technology education across the South East. Are you a skilled programme manager who enjoys building partnerships, leading teams, and delivering impactful programmes? We're looking for a Regional Lead to oversee delivery of the TechFirst programme across the South East. Reporting to the Senior Regional Lead, you will be responsible for coordinating delivery activity, managing a team of three colleagues, and ensuring schools, employers, and partners receive an excellent experience. Based from home with regular travel across the South East and into our London (E1) office and occasional travel to our York head office, this is an exciting opportunity to lead local delivery of a nationally significant programme designed to improve young people's access to technology skills and careers. About Us STEM Learning s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc. TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme connecting young people with employers, volunteers, technology professionals, and education partners to inspire future careers and develop the skills needed for tomorrow's workforce. We believe every young person should have access to high-quality technology education and meaningful opportunities to engage with the world of work. Our Ideal Candidate You will have experience delivering programmes within education, careers, skills, youth engagement, or related sectors. You will be an effective people manager with excellent organisational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities. You will be comfortable building relationships with a range of stakeholders and using data to drive performance and improvement. Most importantly, you will be passionate about creating opportunities for young people and helping them access exciting futures in technology. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more Location South East England (with regular travel across the sub-region and London and occasional travel to York). This role will be working from home. Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interested you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Closing date 9am - 19th June 2026 1st stage interviews: w/c 22nd June and 29th June (online) 2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July (in person in London)
Partnerships Coordinator - TechFirst (London or South East Region) Salary: £38,000 Build partnerships that create life-changing opportunities for young people Are you a natural relationship builder with a passion for connecting organisations with meaningful social impact opportunities? We're looking for two Partnerships Coordinators to develop and manage relationships with employers, technology organisations, universities, activity providers, and volunteers who can support delivery of the TechFirst programme. Working as part of a regional delivery team, you will help create a vibrant network of partners who provide inspiring activities, industry insights, mentoring, volunteering, and career-related learning opportunities for young people. About Us STEM Learning s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc. TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme helping young people develop technology skills, explore future careers, and build confidence through meaningful engagement with employers and industry professionals. By bringing together schools, employers, volunteers, and community partners, we help ensure young people can access high-quality opportunities regardless of their background. The Role You will be responsible for identifying, recruiting, and supporting employer and delivery partners across the region. Working closely with the Education Engagement Coordinator and Events and Communications Officer, you will ensure schools have access to a wide range of high-quality activities, volunteers, speakers, mentors, and industry experiences. You will build long-term partnerships that contribute to programme growth, quality, and impact. Our Ideal Candidate You will have experience in partnership development, stakeholder engagement, account management, or business engagement. You will be confident engaging with employers and external stakeholders, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Highly organised and proactive, you will be comfortable managing multiple partnerships and identifying opportunities to increase engagement and impact. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working with people, creating opportunities, and contributing to positive outcomes for young people. The role holder will be required to undertake travel across the region and occasional evening events. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more Location Home-based within the region, with regular travel to schools, employers, partner organisations, and programme events. Team meetings will take place in our London office and the postholder should expect occasional travel to our HQ at the National STEM Learning Centre in York Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interests you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Please indicate which location you are applying for (London or South East). Closing date: 9am - 19th June 2026 1st stage interviews: w/c 22nd June and 29th June 2026 (online) 2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July 2026 (in person in London)
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Partnerships Coordinator - TechFirst (London or South East Region) Salary: £38,000 Build partnerships that create life-changing opportunities for young people Are you a natural relationship builder with a passion for connecting organisations with meaningful social impact opportunities? We're looking for two Partnerships Coordinators to develop and manage relationships with employers, technology organisations, universities, activity providers, and volunteers who can support delivery of the TechFirst programme. Working as part of a regional delivery team, you will help create a vibrant network of partners who provide inspiring activities, industry insights, mentoring, volunteering, and career-related learning opportunities for young people. About Us STEM Learning s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc. TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme helping young people develop technology skills, explore future careers, and build confidence through meaningful engagement with employers and industry professionals. By bringing together schools, employers, volunteers, and community partners, we help ensure young people can access high-quality opportunities regardless of their background. The Role You will be responsible for identifying, recruiting, and supporting employer and delivery partners across the region. Working closely with the Education Engagement Coordinator and Events and Communications Officer, you will ensure schools have access to a wide range of high-quality activities, volunteers, speakers, mentors, and industry experiences. You will build long-term partnerships that contribute to programme growth, quality, and impact. Our Ideal Candidate You will have experience in partnership development, stakeholder engagement, account management, or business engagement. You will be confident engaging with employers and external stakeholders, with excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Highly organised and proactive, you will be comfortable managing multiple partnerships and identifying opportunities to increase engagement and impact. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys working with people, creating opportunities, and contributing to positive outcomes for young people. The role holder will be required to undertake travel across the region and occasional evening events. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more Location Home-based within the region, with regular travel to schools, employers, partner organisations, and programme events. Team meetings will take place in our London office and the postholder should expect occasional travel to our HQ at the National STEM Learning Centre in York Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interests you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Please indicate which location you are applying for (London or South East). Closing date: 9am - 19th June 2026 1st stage interviews: w/c 22nd June and 29th June 2026 (online) 2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July 2026 (in person in London)
Head of Fundraising National Role Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 Are you a strategic fundraising leader passionate about transforming young people s lives through STEM education? Are you driven by building meaningful partnerships and securing sustainable, multi-year income? If so, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in a highly purpose-driven organisation with a mission focusing on improving teaching, enriching learning, and growing the STEM talent pool, to open up a world of opportunities. About Us At STEM Learning, we believe every young person deserves access to high-quality STEM education and career support, regardless of their background. We aim to empower students with the skills and knowledge to thrive. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead our fundraising strategy and team to secure significant, multi-year income from major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates. You ll be responsible for expanding our funding base including with high-net worth individuals, deepening key relationships, and ensuring STEM Learning has the partnerships and resources to achieve its mission. What we re looking for We re looking for an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven leader who will take ownership for identifying opportunities for new funds and contribute to the overall fundraising strategy of STEM Learning. You ll have: A strong track record of securing significant income from high-net-worth individuals and trusts and foundations. The confidence and gravitas to engage senior stakeholders, trustees, and C-suite decision-makers and must be comfortable making the ask . Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a collaborative, values-driven approach. Experience leading and empowering teams to achieve shared goals and maintain momentum. Creativity, resilience, adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A passion for and understanding of the power of STEM education and enrichment is desirable. Experience of establishing or maintaining a Fellowship programme is desirable, but not essential. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. If you re passionate about STEM education and ready to progress your career in project management, we d love to hear from you. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more. Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. The closing date for applications is 26 June 2026, at 14:00. First stage Interviews (via Teams) 2/3 July 2026 Second stage interviews week commencing 13 July 2026 Please provide us with: Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission and will not be taken up until the offer stage) A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate. STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. We foster a culture where every employee s voice is respected and valued.
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Head of Fundraising National Role Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 Are you a strategic fundraising leader passionate about transforming young people s lives through STEM education? Are you driven by building meaningful partnerships and securing sustainable, multi-year income? If so, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal leadership role in a highly purpose-driven organisation with a mission focusing on improving teaching, enriching learning, and growing the STEM talent pool, to open up a world of opportunities. About Us At STEM Learning, we believe every young person deserves access to high-quality STEM education and career support, regardless of their background. We aim to empower students with the skills and knowledge to thrive. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead our fundraising strategy and team to secure significant, multi-year income from major donors, trusts and foundations and corporates. You ll be responsible for expanding our funding base including with high-net worth individuals, deepening key relationships, and ensuring STEM Learning has the partnerships and resources to achieve its mission. What we re looking for We re looking for an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven leader who will take ownership for identifying opportunities for new funds and contribute to the overall fundraising strategy of STEM Learning. You ll have: A strong track record of securing significant income from high-net-worth individuals and trusts and foundations. The confidence and gravitas to engage senior stakeholders, trustees, and C-suite decision-makers and must be comfortable making the ask . Exceptional communication and influencing skills, with a collaborative, values-driven approach. Experience leading and empowering teams to achieve shared goals and maintain momentum. Creativity, resilience, adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A passion for and understanding of the power of STEM education and enrichment is desirable. Experience of establishing or maintaining a Fellowship programme is desirable, but not essential. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. If you re passionate about STEM education and ready to progress your career in project management, we d love to hear from you. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more. Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. The closing date for applications is 26 June 2026, at 14:00. First stage Interviews (via Teams) 2/3 July 2026 Second stage interviews week commencing 13 July 2026 Please provide us with: Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission and will not be taken up until the offer stage) A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate. STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. We foster a culture where every employee s voice is respected and valued.
Events and Communications Officer - TechFirst (London and South East) Salary: £32,000 Help bring TechFirst to life through inspiring events and engaging communications Are you an organised and creative communicator who enjoys bringing people together? Do you have experience supporting events, creating engaging content, and ensuring stakeholders have a great experience? We're looking for an Events and Communications Officer to support the successful delivery of the Tech First programme across the region. Working alongside the Education Engagement Coordinator and Partnerships Coordinator, you will play a key role in coordinating events, promoting opportunities, communicating with stakeholders, and showcasing the impact of the programme. About Us STEM Learning s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc. TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme helping young people develop technology skills, explore future careers, and connect with employers and industry professionals. By bringing together schools, employers, volunteers, and community partners, we create inspiring opportunities that help young people develop the confidence, knowledge, and aspirations needed for the future workforce. The Role This varied and exciting role combines event coordination, stakeholder communications, and programme promotion. You will support the planning and delivery of events, workshops, careers activities, and employer engagement opportunities across the region. You will also develop communications that encourage participation, celebrate success, and raise the profile of the programme amongst schools, employers, volunteers, and partners. From coordinating event logistics and participant communications to producing newsletters, case studies, and social media content, you will help ensure that all stakeholders have a positive and engaging experience of the programme. Our Ideal Candidate You will have experience supporting events, communications, stakeholder engagement, or programme delivery activities. You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and be confident creating content for a variety of audiences and channels. A proactive and collaborative approach is essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across the regional team to maximise engagement and programme impact. Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic about helping young people access opportunities that can inspire their future education and career choices. The role holder will be required to undertake travel across the region and occasional evening work to support events and stakeholder engagement activities. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more Location Home-based within the region, with regular travel to schools, colleges, partner organisations, and programme events. Team meetings will take place in our London office and the postholder should expect occasional travel to our HQ at the National STEM Learning Centre in York. Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interested you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Please indicate which location you are applying for (London or South East). Closing date: 9am - 19th June 2026 1st stage interviews: w/c 22nd June and 29th June 2026 (online) 2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July 2026 (in person in London)
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Events and Communications Officer - TechFirst (London and South East) Salary: £32,000 Help bring TechFirst to life through inspiring events and engaging communications Are you an organised and creative communicator who enjoys bringing people together? Do you have experience supporting events, creating engaging content, and ensuring stakeholders have a great experience? We're looking for an Events and Communications Officer to support the successful delivery of the Tech First programme across the region. Working alongside the Education Engagement Coordinator and Partnerships Coordinator, you will play a key role in coordinating events, promoting opportunities, communicating with stakeholders, and showcasing the impact of the programme. About Us STEM Learning s vision is a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK. We are dedicated to improving young people s lives through the power of STEM and believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. To achieve this, we provide a range of support to formal and informal education, including subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, support for STEM Clubs, and student-facing experiences. We also lead the STEM Ambassadors programme, which enables 28,000 volunteers to share their enthusiasm and expertise with young people and teachers throughout the UK via classroom activities, career talks, etc. TechFirst is a new national, government funded programme helping young people develop technology skills, explore future careers, and connect with employers and industry professionals. By bringing together schools, employers, volunteers, and community partners, we create inspiring opportunities that help young people develop the confidence, knowledge, and aspirations needed for the future workforce. The Role This varied and exciting role combines event coordination, stakeholder communications, and programme promotion. You will support the planning and delivery of events, workshops, careers activities, and employer engagement opportunities across the region. You will also develop communications that encourage participation, celebrate success, and raise the profile of the programme amongst schools, employers, volunteers, and partners. From coordinating event logistics and participant communications to producing newsletters, case studies, and social media content, you will help ensure that all stakeholders have a positive and engaging experience of the programme. Our Ideal Candidate You will have experience supporting events, communications, stakeholder engagement, or programme delivery activities. You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously. You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and be confident creating content for a variety of audiences and channels. A proactive and collaborative approach is essential, as you will work closely with colleagues across the regional team to maximise engagement and programme impact. Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic about helping young people access opportunities that can inspire their future education and career choices. The role holder will be required to undertake travel across the region and occasional evening work to support events and stakeholder engagement activities. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays (plus your birthday) Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more Location Home-based within the region, with regular travel to schools, colleges, partner organisations, and programme events. Team meetings will take place in our London office and the postholder should expect occasional travel to our HQ at the National STEM Learning Centre in York. Next Steps Click to apply and you will be directed to our website. You will be asked to submit your CV and a cover letter explaining what interested you in the role and why you think you are our ideal candidate. Please indicate which location you are applying for (London or South East). Closing date: 9am - 19th June 2026 1st stage interviews: w/c 22nd June and 29th June 2026 (online) 2nd stage: Full day assessment centre - Thursday 9th July 2026 (in person in London)
Evaluation and Research Officer Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per annum STEM Learning is committed to understanding and improving the impact of its work. The Evaluation & Research Officer plays a key role in supporting this by designing and delivering high-quality evaluation and research activity that helps teams learn, improve and demonstrate impact across our programmes. The Role We are looking for an Evaluation & Research Officer to join our Data and Impact team at STEM Learning. This role plays a key part in ensuring that our programmes and projects are evaluated effectively, realistically, and in line with best practice, enabling us to demonstrate impact and continuously improve our offer. Working closely with programme management colleagues, you will design and implement evaluations, ensuring relevant data is collected, analysed and interpreted. You will produce clear, high-quality outputs for both internal and external audiences, supporting learning, accountability, and impact reporting. You will also contribute to external evaluations, liaising with external evaluators where required, and help embed evidence-informed practice across the organisation. A key part of the role is sourcing, reviewing and synthesising external research and sector evidence to strengthen STEM Learning s evaluation approaches, findings and impact claims. Our Ideal Candidate Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable Innovative Proactive Demonstrable experience in programme and project evaluation and/or social research, using a range of quantitative and qualitative methods. Experience of designing and delivering evaluations, from planning through to analysis and reporting. Experience of conducting literature reviews and evidence synthesis and translating research findings into practical insights for programme teams. Good knowledge of mixed methods approaches and experience of analysing and interpreting complex datasets. Experience of producing clear, well-structured written reports for a range of audiences. Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including contributing to externally commissioned research or evaluation. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. An understanding of, or strong interest in, STEM education, social impact, and evidence-informed practice. A commitment to ethical research practice and data protection standards. Willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning and development. We welcome applicants who bring equivalent experience gained through different routes, and who can demonstrate the skills and behaviours needed for the role. About Us At STEM Learning, we work to improve lives through STEM education. We are a purpose-driven organisation, supporting teachers through high-impact professional development, inspiring young people to build confidence and curiosity in STEM, and connecting schools with employers to grow the UK s future talent. Guided by our values, we focus our effort where it can make the greatest difference - helping all young people, whatever their background, to see themselves in STEM. The Evaluation & Research Officer plays an important role in helping STEM Learning understand, evidence and strengthen the impact of this work, ensuring we meet the expectations of funders, partners and the communities we serve. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays An additional day off on your birthday Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 days paid volunteering leave per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Next Steps Click apply and you will be directed to our website. Please provide us with: Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission and will not be taken up until the offer stage). A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate. Closing date for applications: Friday 26th June 2026, 23:00 First Stage Interviews (online): Wednesday 1 July 2026 Second Stage Interviews (in person, York): Thursday 9 July 2026 STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. We foster a culture where every employee s voice is respected and valued.
Jun 05, 2026
Full time
Evaluation and Research Officer Salary: £32,000 - £36,000 per annum STEM Learning is committed to understanding and improving the impact of its work. The Evaluation & Research Officer plays a key role in supporting this by designing and delivering high-quality evaluation and research activity that helps teams learn, improve and demonstrate impact across our programmes. The Role We are looking for an Evaluation & Research Officer to join our Data and Impact team at STEM Learning. This role plays a key part in ensuring that our programmes and projects are evaluated effectively, realistically, and in line with best practice, enabling us to demonstrate impact and continuously improve our offer. Working closely with programme management colleagues, you will design and implement evaluations, ensuring relevant data is collected, analysed and interpreted. You will produce clear, high-quality outputs for both internal and external audiences, supporting learning, accountability, and impact reporting. You will also contribute to external evaluations, liaising with external evaluators where required, and help embed evidence-informed practice across the organisation. A key part of the role is sourcing, reviewing and synthesising external research and sector evidence to strengthen STEM Learning s evaluation approaches, findings and impact claims. Our Ideal Candidate Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable Innovative Proactive Demonstrable experience in programme and project evaluation and/or social research, using a range of quantitative and qualitative methods. Experience of designing and delivering evaluations, from planning through to analysis and reporting. Experience of conducting literature reviews and evidence synthesis and translating research findings into practical insights for programme teams. Good knowledge of mixed methods approaches and experience of analysing and interpreting complex datasets. Experience of producing clear, well-structured written reports for a range of audiences. Experience of working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including contributing to externally commissioned research or evaluation. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. An understanding of, or strong interest in, STEM education, social impact, and evidence-informed practice. A commitment to ethical research practice and data protection standards. Willingness to engage in ongoing professional learning and development. We welcome applicants who bring equivalent experience gained through different routes, and who can demonstrate the skills and behaviours needed for the role. About Us At STEM Learning, we work to improve lives through STEM education. We are a purpose-driven organisation, supporting teachers through high-impact professional development, inspiring young people to build confidence and curiosity in STEM, and connecting schools with employers to grow the UK s future talent. Guided by our values, we focus our effort where it can make the greatest difference - helping all young people, whatever their background, to see themselves in STEM. The Evaluation & Research Officer plays an important role in helping STEM Learning understand, evidence and strengthen the impact of this work, ensuring we meet the expectations of funders, partners and the communities we serve. By joining us, you ll: Contribute to exciting, high-profile STEM initiatives that have a lasting impact on students and employers alike. Work alongside passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping the future of STEM careers. Be supported by a collaborative and dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. Gain the opportunity to grow professionally. Our Benefits 30 days holidays plus bank holidays An additional day off on your birthday Access to an attractive pension scheme Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week Up to 3 days paid volunteering leave per year A comprehensive employee assistance programme Next Steps Click apply and you will be directed to our website. Please provide us with: Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission and will not be taken up until the offer stage). A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate. Closing date for applications: Friday 26th June 2026, 23:00 First Stage Interviews (online): Wednesday 1 July 2026 Second Stage Interviews (in person, York): Thursday 9 July 2026 STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences. We foster a culture where every employee s voice is respected and valued.
