Education Policy Officer, THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF BIOLOGY

Guardian Jobs; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a part-time Education Policy Officer to join a dynamic team focused on advancing science education. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a partnership of prestigious organizations, influencing curriculum reform and supporting educational initiatives. Ideal for those with a background in science education or policy, this position allows you to engage with stakeholders and contribute to meaningful change in primary and secondary education. If you're passionate about education and ready to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in education policy, ideally within science education.
• Strong communication skills for drafting publications and engaging stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support SEPA’s aims in science education policy.
• Provide administrative support for strategic and task groups.

Skills

Education Policy

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Administrative Support

Education

Degree in Education or Science

Teaching Qualification

Job description

0.5 FTE Part Time (17.5 Hours per week)

RSB is seeking a part-time Education Policy officer to support the Science Education Policy Alliance (SEPA), a partnership that brings together the Association for Science Education, Institute of Physics, Royal Society, Royal Society of Biology, and Royal Society of Chemistry. RSB acts as the host organisation for SEPA and provides secretariat support for the group.

The officer will work closely with the Head of Education Policy, SEPA Chairs, and other leads to advance SEPA’s aims in three priority areas: investment in science education, influencing curriculum and assessment reform, and building on SEPA’s successes. The role includes providing administrative support for SEPA’s strategic and task groups, coordinating with organisations to reach consensus, engaging with stakeholders, drafting communications and publications, and supporting SEPA events.

This position focuses on supporting a partnership of five organisations working on science education policy, mainly in primary and secondary schools in England. It is suitable for candidates such as: a primary science lead or secondary science teacher seeking to transition out of the classroom; a science education professional returning after a career break; or someone with experience in education engagement, communications, or policy.

How to apply

1. Create a free account on the RSB website.
2. Submit a CV (up to 2 pages) and complete all application questions, including examples demonstrating your suitability for the role based on the job description and person specification, and explain why you are applying.

Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday, 11 May 2025. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 2 June 2025.

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