Community & Education Officer

Part time (30 hours per week, – Tuesday - Friday) Selby

CLOSING DATE – 22 June

Who we are:

We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come. Within the Community and Education team, you’ll play a hands-on role in bringing that mission to life at a local level. It’s a varied and people-focused role where no two days are the same. You’ll engage with schools, community groups and partners, deliver meaningful experiences, and help build the relationships that ensure Drax makes a positive and lasting impact in the communities around us.

About the role:

• Design and deliver engaging educational outreach programmes, ensuring alignment with the national curriculum and high-quality learning outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local schools, colleges, and community stakeholders to position Drax as a trusted education partner, and contribute to wider place-based initiatives and community priorities.
• Plan and deliver tours, outreach sessions, and community events (including at Skylark Nature Reserve), ensuring excellent visitor experiences and positive community engagement.
• Identify and support the development of new community and education opportunities, responding to local needs and contributing to delivery of the Community Strategy and local community plans.
• Act as a professional public representative of Drax, communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders and contributing to community forums and events.
• Ensure all activities meet health, safety, and operational standards, including visitor briefings and correct use of PPE, and appropriate conduct when working with young or vulnerable groups.
• Collaborate with the wider team to plan programmes, share updates, and continuously improve delivery in line with organisational strategy and curriculum developments.
• Capture and report visitor data, feedback, and insights to support continuous improvement and accurate performance tracking and inform future activity.

Who we’re looking for:

• Experience in a public-facing or educational role, with delivery of outreach programmes.
• Strong communicator and presenter, confident engaging diverse audiences including young people, community groups and professional stakeholders.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety practices, with an understanding of safeguarding considerations when working with young people.
• Passion for the energy sector, with awareness of environmental issues.
• Creative and proactive, able to develop engaging content and new ideas.
• Collaborative and adaptable team player.
• Professional, approachable, and reliable, committed to high standards and stakeholder experience.

Rewards and benefits:

• A discretionary bonus depending on company performance.
• Private Healthcare.
• SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time.
• Personal accident cover.
• Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%.
• Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body.

We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background.

How to apply:

Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com. We reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and/or location has had sufficient applications.