Job Type: Part-time (over-time available),
Contract length: Fixed term contract (possibility of extension available)
Hours: 08:45-17:15
*Upon application, please submit a message with your CV and a short covering letter telling us more about yourself and why you feel you are suited to this role*
I am an ambitious, fun-loving, enthusiastic graduate embarking on my second secondment as a Senior Executive Officer / Grade 7 of the Civil Service Government Policy Fast Stream. Cerebral Palsy has provided me with a unique perspective of the world and it is through my nine years of both national and international public speaking pursuits, and volunteering activism work, that I am committed to a career in seeking social change via public service - particularly through the policy profession.
Despite the obvious physical hurdles that Cerebral Palsy brings, I am a double award-winning, first-class post-graduate who requires the professional and personal support to achieve my career aspirations within policies, politics, and public service. This role will entail accompanying me during my second secondment to enable this to become a reality. Due to also being diagnosed with severe Dyslexia you will be required to accompany me to meetings, acting as my notetaker, reader, and scribe. Additionally, you will be required to support me being accountable for attending meetings, time management and deadlines. Although you don’t have to be a ‘tutor’, it would be beneficial if you have experience or the mindset of tutoring/mentoring with written, work-related documents (e.g. tutoring University students). You will be acting as a representative for my professional career. Therefore, you will have to abide by both mine and the Civil Service’s code of conduct and expectations. To overcome the physical hurdles aforementioned, I am able to walk with assistance and use a small, manual wheelchair for longer excursions.
My Fast Stream Journey is being undertaken in a part-time capacity, enabling the pursuit of other passions. Alongside my departmental commitments, I am undertaking a King’s College London Diploma as part of the policy profession. This unique and exciting opportunity enables you to gain both academic and professional first-hand experience in and insights into government policy, life in the Civil Service and, more broadly, the governance of the UK. But beyond the new insights you will gain, the premise of this position is to facilitate me in participating on the Fast Stream. Therefore, my employment and career progression must always be at the forefront of your work.
Although you will be employed by myself, this role will require you to meet Civil Service Security Clearance to the level required by my secondment role.
Essential Criteria:
- Available to work 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) from approximately 9am to 5.30pm, subject to change due to Fast Stream and secondment demands. Notice will be provided for any changes.
- A 2:1 or above degree in a Humanities or Social Science related subject and an interest in politics, policies, current affairs and education.
- Ability to ‘teach’ and/or act as a mentor/tutor.
- Proven experience of research skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication – including public speaking.
- Excellent time keeping and ability to work to deadlines.
- Strong organisational skills to handle a busy schedule.
- A proactive individual with good initiative.
- A can-do attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Excellent Microsoft office skills (mac user experience would be an advantage).
- Non-smokers only – smoking or vaping will not be permitted whilst on shift.
- Valid passport and right to work in the UK.
- Physically fit.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support in the completion of all workplace responsibilities and tasks, with both my secondment, Fast Stream and KCL
- Manage a diary for a busy schedule and support with email correspondence, both personal and professional.
- Accompany me to lectures and seminars as part of the KCL Diploma.
- Assist with writing essays for the KCL Diploma.
- Accompany me to appointments and meetings (minutes will need to be taken during all meetings), both personal and professional.
- Support during presentations and other speaking opportunities – you will need to be comfortable with public speaking.
- Support in the building of professional relationships within the workplace, Fast Stream events and University.
- Attend all Fast Stream, networking and residential events, this may be outside of typical working hours or located in other areas of the UK (prior notice will be provided and all expenses, including accommodation and travel, paid).
- Support with personal care (no experience is necessary and full training will be provided).
- May be required to travel and stay at my family home in Winchester by negotiation. All accommodation and travel expenses covered.
Benefits:
- Pro-rata holidays must be taken in line with my holidays.
- Ongoing support from a ‘hands-on’ manager.
Work location: In person
Expected start date: September/start of October
Application deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Pay: £17,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Available to work a minimum of 3 days per week Monday to Friday 08:45-17:15.
Work Location: In person
