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STEM Learning is seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing and Communications Lead to drive awareness and foster engagement within our comprehensive range of support services for schools, colleges, employers, and partners.

This role is pivotal to the successful delivery of a key funded contract, requiring a sharp focus on communication impact, stakeholder engagement, and demonstrating value for money through effective marketing strategy and execution.

You will work across teams to create high-impact campaigns, manage digital platforms, and shape our messaging to diverse audiences through compelling, data-driven communications.

• Lead the planning and execution of digital and offline marketing, communications, and PR activities.
• Create and deliver integrated campaigns that raise the profile of STEM Learning and its services.
• Manage communications channels, digital platforms and content delivery.
• Evaluate the performance of campaigns and report on return on investment and budget effectiveness.
• Support and guide colleagues and partners in best practice marketing and communications.
• Line-manage and mentor Marketing and Communications Officers.
• Work collaboratively with other Leads and the Senior Lead on strategy and planning.
• Represent the organisation in key stakeholder meetings and ensure adherence to brand, data protection, and quality standards.

• A degree or professional qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience delivering successful marketing and communication strategies.
• Strong writing and editing skills, able to tailor messaging to different audiences and platforms.
• Experience using digital tools and platforms (e.g. CMS, email marketing, social media).
• Excellent project and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop team members.
• A passion for education, communications, and making a meaningful impact.

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Access to an excellent pension scheme
• 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
• Excellent learning and professional development opportunities to enhance career development for all staff, at all levels, and all stages of their career.

• Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission)
• 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.

We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued.

STEM Learning’s central administration team plays a key role in the provision of administrative processes and procedures required for the effective delivery of our CPD, projects and programmes.
We are looking for a full-time administrator to join this efficient and supportive team and contribute towards a quality administrative support service for our internal and external customers.
Key tasks include:

• Administrative tasks from across all areas of the business.
• General administrative support including data processing using spreadsheets and databases.
• Liaising with internal and external customers.
• Supporting on reception during times where cover is required.
• To provide administrative support and a measurable contribution to the agreed KPIs.
• To upload course and event information to our booking system.
• Customer service through answering queries and calls.

Our ideal candidate will be resourceful, good at solving problems and highly organised assuring a steady completion of workload in a timely manner. The ability to work as part of a large busy team and show exceptional communication skills is of high importance given the strong customer service aspect of this role.
Previous office or administration experience is not essential but preferred, however you must possess a good level of education (or equivalent experience) and be able to demonstrate excellent IT skills coupled with the ability to learn and work with new systems quickly and easily along with the adeptness to multi task.

Our administrators are adaptable and go the extra mile to support our business which constantly evolves in order to improve lives through STEM education.
Importantly, our administrators are central to the organisation and without them we could not achieve being the Number 1 organisation in the UK for providing STEM education solutions for schools and industry.

STEM Learning’s vision is ‘improving lives through STEM education’ by empowering young people with the skills and knowledge to thrive through effective teaching and learning. To achieve this, STEM Learning provides a range of support which includes subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, STEM Ambassadors programme, and a suite of enhancement and enrichment activities.

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 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 to find out more about the benefits we offer.

• 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.

You’ll be joining an ambitious IT team in a well-established business, working directly with the Technical Lead to drive our digital architecture forward. You’ll take ownership of front and backend, improving performance and developing features that will drive real growth for STEM Learning. You will work closely with our internal Technical Delivery/Product Team, as well as our Data and Support teams. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented team to make real impact to the Education sector.

• An amazing team:Work alongside a friendly, skilled group of developers — including another Full Stack Developer, a Senior Developer, and a Technical Lead, who are all passionate about what they do.
• A collaborative environment:You’ll work closely with other teams in Digital, such as Data and Product, sharing ideas and solving problems together.
• Varied and interesting work:Get involved in everything from improving existing features and tackling technical debt, to developing new services and products that support teachers, partners, and learners across the UK.
• Purposeful impact:STEM Learning’s mission is to advance education and inspire the next generation. Your work will help deliver intuitive, robust systems that support this goal.

• Take part in the full software lifecycle — from idea to deployment and beyond.
• Write clean, efficient code and help shape best practices.
• Collaborate with your team and across Digital, communicating clearly and openly.
• Support and enhance systems built on modern technologies, including TypeScript, React, Next.js, and more.
• Work on projects that matter, with a varied workload and the chance to learn new skills.

We are looking for a versatile and well-rounded team-player, who can demonstrate the following:

• Experience building modern web apps (TypeScript, React, Next.js).
• A keen eye for detail and performance.
• Familiarity with authentication (OAuth2.0/OIDC), APIs, and external services (e.g. Contentful, Algolia).
• Testing experience (unit, end-to-end).
• Data modelling skills (PostgreSQL/MySQL, Microsoft Dynamics desirable).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

STEM Learning’s vision is ‘improving lives through STEM education’ by empowering young people with the skills and knowledge to thrive through effective teaching and learning. To achieve this, STEM Learning provides a range of support which includes subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, STEM Ambassadors programme, and a suite of enhancement and enrichment activities.

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 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 to find out more about the benefits we offer.

• 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.

As an Account Management Officer, you will manage relationships with our valued funders while working to ambitious targets, ensuring they have an exceptional experience.

Some of the key responsibilities of this role include:

• Stewardship of Funders:Manage and streamline communications with our growing group of funders
• Creative Engagement:Develop innovative ways to engage with funders, including strategic partnerships, commercial activities, and employee engagement through the STEM Ambassadors programme.
• Effective Communication:Correspond with funders using creative and engaging methods.
• Creating “Wow” Moments:Build personal connections between funders and our mission.
• Collaboration:Work with internal stakeholders to ensure effective partnership delivery.
• Impact Evidence:Leverage our impact evidence and collaborate with our evaluation team.
• Growth and Renewals:Ensure the growth and renewal of existing partnerships.
• New Partnerships:Work with the Fundraising Development team on pitches and ensure a smooth handover of new wins.

We are looking for a natural relationship builder who is passionate about fundraising and understands the pivotal role funders play in advancing our mission. Someone who has a track record in building and sustaining exceptional relationships with supporters and funders.

The role holder will also require strong organisational skills, enthusiasm and tenacity. Excellent communication skills and collaboration are a must.

Specialist knowledge of the trends and developments in the sector completed through relevant training is desirable. In the role, you will need to stay up to date on relevant press and industry news.

If you are a proactive and innovative individual with a passion for STEM education, we want to hear from you!

STEM Learning’s vision is ‘improving lives through STEM education’ by empowering young people with the skills and knowledge to thrive through effective teaching and learning. To achieve this, STEM Learning provides a range of support which includes subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, STEM Ambassadors programme, and a suite of enhancement and enrichment activities.

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
• 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 to find out more about the benefits we offer.

• 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.

Join STEM Learning's small but supportive HR team to help us deliver excellent, efficient HR administration across the full HR lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding and induction, learning and development and off boarding.

Key responsibilities will involve:

• Delivery of a high-quality and proactive recruitment service ensuring we provide an excellent candidate experience throughout the recruitment, onboarding and induction process.
• Maintaining accurate paper and electronic employee records and processing people changes efficiently and accurately via our HR Information System (HRIS).
• Responsible for the issuing of mandatory training and ensuring 100% completion across the organisation, as well as supporting with the organisation of other learning and development activities.
• Working collaboratively with our Wellbeing Champions group to develop wellbeing and engagement activities.
• Supporting with and participating in the delivery of some exciting upcoming HR projects.
• Responding to general HR queries efficiently and accurately, triaging and escalating to the HR Manager as required.

Due to the nature of the role and sensitivity of the data being processed, integrity and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail are essential requirements.

You will also:

• Have experience in HR administration and / or general administration with an interest in HR and a keenness to develop HR skills and knowledge.
• Be enthusiastic, with a positive, open, people focused approach.
• Have strong organisation and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with varying deadlines.
• Have proficient digital skills, including confidence in using tools such as Microsoft 365 and a willingness to learn new systems. Experience of using HR Information Systems or Applicant Tracking Systems would be advantageous.
• Have sound judgement and discretion, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters appropriately.
• Enjoy working with others and value collaboration to achieve shared goals

STEM Learning’s vision is ‘improving lives through STEM education’ by empowering young people with the skills and knowledge to thrive through effective teaching and learning. To achieve this, STEM Learning provides a range of support which includes subject-specific professional development for teachers and other educators, quality assured resources, STEM Ambassadors programme, and a suite of enhancement and enrichment activities.

• 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Day off on your birthday
• Up to 3 paid volunteering leave days per year
• Access to an attractive pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to a voluntary staff benefits and discounts scheme

Take a look at our benefits brochure to find out more about the benefits we offer.

• 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 explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate.

If you have any questions or would like an informal discussion to find out more about the role, please contact Becky Dobson (HR Manager) at 01904 948720 or email b.dobson@ stem.org.uk

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.

• 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.

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.

• 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

Take a look at our benefits brochure to find out more about the benefits we offer.

• 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.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Develop and lead a high-impact corporate content plan, encompassing an aligned portfolio of communications and PR activities.
• Create compelling messaging for media outreach and drive proactive media coverage, pitching story ideas and managing press enquiries
• Create and deliver integrated campaigns that raise the profile of STEM Learning and its services
• Evaluate the performance of campaigns and report on return on investment and budget effectiveness.
• Support and guide colleagues and partners in best practice, building expertise in media relations.
• Line manage and mentor Marketing and Communications Officers.
• Work collaboratively with other Leads on strategy and planning.
• Represent the organisation in key stakeholder meetings and ensure adherence to brand, data protection, IP and quality standards.

You’ll be a proactive and creative communications professional, with:

• A qualification in corporate communications, public relations or a related field or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• The ability to lead a content strategy and create and curate content for a diversity of media.
• Experience in public relations, with a proven track record for delivering PR campaigns.
• An exceptional storyteller with an eye for a media hook and the ability to flex communication style and delivery.
• Experience using and monitoring communication channels and metrics (e.g. CMS, email marketing, social media), including media relations tools.
• Excellent project and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to lead, motivate and develop team members.
• A passion for education, communications, and making a positive impact.

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.

• 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 paid volunteering leave days per year
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme

Take a look at our benefits brochure to find out more about the benefits we offer.

• 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.