At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engaging workshops and training sessions for young people and educators.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on youth empowerment and education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, meaningful work, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Frequent travel across London and opportunities for national engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing homelessness.
- Qualifications: Experience with youth, strong presentation skills, and a passion for education.
The predicted salary is between 28290 - 34576 £ per year.
Location: SE1 4QQ, London (Frequent travel across London with occasional national travel and overnight stays)
Salary: £31,443 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Education Officer to lead and coordinate our education programme across the region. You will deliver engaging workshops, assemblies, and training sessions to young people aged 11-18, teachers, and professionals, helping to raise awareness of homelessness and the challenges faced by young people. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys public speaking, building partnerships, developing educational resources, and making a positive impact within schools and youth settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the regional education programme.
- Deliver workshops, assemblies, group sessions, and virtual learning activities.
- Train teachers and professionals on youth homelessness.
- Develop and update educational resources and programme content.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with schools, colleges, and partner organisations.
- Promote the programme, generate income, and achieve engagement targets.
- Monitor, evaluate, and maintain accurate records of programme activities.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, lone working, and equality policies.
- Design and deliver projects that respond to local needs.
What You will have:
- Experience working with young people and professionals.
- Excellent presentation, workshop facilitation, and training skills.
- Experience creating educational resources and lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience working towards targets and promoting services.
- Understanding of issues affecting children and young people in the UK.
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- Strong IT skills and experience creating digital content.
- Knowledge of homelessness, healthy relationships, and risk-taking behaviours is desirable.
If you are passionate about empowering young people through education and want to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you. Interviews will be arranged as suitable applications are received, and the successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible. Early applications are encouraged.
Education Officer employer: Corus Consultancy
Corus Consultancy is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. Located in West London, the company provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals facing homelessness, while fostering collaboration with various partners. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development, ensuring they are equipped to excel in their roles and contribute to transformative change in the community.
