Project Officer
Salary: £29,000 - £33,000
Location: York
The Role
The Professional Learning Team are looking to appoint a Project Officer to support the delivery of STEM Learning's Commercial CPD Programme. STEM Learning's Commercial CPD programme delivers high-quality, paid-for professional development for teachers, technicians and education leaders, helping to strengthen subject knowledge, improve classroom practice and support better outcomes in STEM teaching and learning.
As a Project Officer at STEM Learning, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of the Commercial CPD programme, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard. You will work closely with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to monitor progress, manage risks, coordinate resources and support effective programme delivery.
Typical activities of a Project Officer within the Commercial CPD Programme include:
- Providing high quality project management support - particularly in terms of impact, quality, Value for Money and agreed timelines.
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Be responsive and proactive in identifying risks and opportunities, working with colleagues to agree appropriate remedial actions.
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With both a commercial and operational mindset, identify gaps and solutions in the end-to-end process management and delivery of commercial CPD with a view to improving delivery and KPIs.
- Overseeing the implementation of delivery plans.
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Provide timely reporting, analyse and interpret data to feed into Project Lead
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Managing relationships and communication with Professional Learning Leads, internal STEM Learning teams, schools and stakeholders to keep all parties informed and to facilitate the sharing of best practice across projects and activities.
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Tracking progress, identifying challenges, and ensuring the programme achieves.
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Raising PO's, invoices and contracts for different types of activities across multiple projects.
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Time management and dealing with competing priorities and pressures – ability to manage own workload, hold yourself and others to account and, communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with colleagues to maximise outcomes.
In essence, the Project Officer role is crucial for the success of STEM Learning's vision for this programme, acting as a central point of contact and support for all involved.
Our Values
Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive (https://stemlearning.wistia.com/medias/wewioesy4r)
Sustainable: Make effective use of resources (people and physical) to manage project delivery in a responsible way. Activities the programme delivers will have a lasting and positive impact on improving practice and young people's aspirations. Activities may be themed around or linked to sustainable technologies and environmental causes.
Innovative: Look to continually improve processes and ideas to ensure work is performed in an efficient and effective manner.
Proactive: Be able to work independently and as part of a team to provide excellent project management support and ensure tasks are completed. Use initiative and help provide an efficient service to all stakeholders.
Download the full Role Profile (https://assets.ctfassets.net/pc40tpn1u6ef/5roVNumeJwGJtALdG0HEWB/00c2624098bec85c75a222ce376c94cd/Project_Officer_Role_Profile.pdf) to find out more!
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.
Take a look inside the National STEM Learning Centre (https://youtu.be/JTpyDpRBnbA) in York to see our facilities.
Why Join Us
At STEM Learning, you'll be part of an organisation that's making a real difference in the lives of young people. As a Project Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of STEM education, connecting students with industry leaders, and driving innovation in careers education.
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
Take a look at our benefits brochure (https://downloads.ctfassets.net/pc40tpn1u6ef/44hVyFvvd7dVwNqlRb1b59/8fe71fbe3f984a8c5ac737807ebc23f4/STEM_Learning_Benefits_External_2024_High_Res.pdf) to find out more about the benefits we offer.
Next Steps
We recommend you apply as soon as possible as there is no set closing date for the role and as we will review applications as they are received.
To Apply
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.
