Head of Programme (Lifelong Learning and Essential Skills)

Head of Programme (Lifelong Learning and Essential Skills)
London or Leicester (with hybrid working – two to three days in the office)

About Us

We’re Learning and Work Institute, an independent policy and research organisation focused on lifelong learning and better work.

We're focused on the big questions. How do we help more people find work and build careers in a changing jobs market? How do we help people to be active and engaged citizens? How can more adults develop their skills over their lifetime?

We are currently seeking a Head of Programme to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Benefits

- Salary of £44,625 - £57,750 per annum, depending on experience and location
- 31 days' holiday increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service of which 6 are shutdown days, in addition to public holidays
- Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
- Group Life Assurance 3*salary
- Hybrid working (with 40%-60% of your time in the office)
- Flexible working practices
- Employee Development Scheme
- Retailer Discounts
- Enhanced occupational maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental pay
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Eye care scheme
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
- Silver award in Investors in People

This is an inspiring opportunity for a strategic leader with a passion for lifelong learning and expertise in programme management campaigning or research to join our innovative organisation.

The Role

As our Head of Programme, you will lead high-profile campaigns, research and development work that advocates for adult learning and essential skills.

Focusing on delivering impactful initiatives that align with our strategic plan, you will make the case for lifelong learning entitlements, addressing learning participation inequalities and building evidence on engaging individuals in essential skills.

You will design and lead campaigns and research and development programmes, secure funding through proactive engagement with funders and partners and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable impact.

Additionally, you will:

- Manage Researchers and Project Managers, contributing to their personal and professional development
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders
- Present at external events
- Stay informed on relevant policy and research developments

About You

To be considered as our Head of Programme, you will need:

- Experience delivering complex and high-profile programmes of campaigns, research or development work
- Experience building relationships with government, delivery organisations, partners and funders
- Experience developing and leading a high-performing team
- An understanding of current policy and practice in relation to learning and skills
- An understanding of campaigning and advocacy work
- An understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research methods and how research evidence can be used to influence policy
- A degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Please note, occasional travel and overnight stays will be required.

The successful candidate may be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: 23rd September 2024.

Other organisations may call this role Programme Lead, Head of Education Programme, Education Programme Lead, Programme Development Lead, or Head of Programme Management.

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