Education Advisor in Aberford

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

• We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £28,850 - £35,693 FTE.
• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year).
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
• Development opportunities in line with the Education Advisor progression plan.
• 25 days annual leave (FTE) plus bank holidays - plus 2 extra wellness days!
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
• A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location: Malton STW, Seven Street, Malton YO17 6YA, with regular travel required across the East Coast region and wider Yorkshire Water operational area. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates based in or near Scarborough, Bridlington, and the surrounding areas.

Work type: Fixed Term Contract for 2 years with potential for extension. As an education adviser, to undertake an annualised hours contract working 2 days per week / 36 weeks per year including holiday entitlement. Your working days will usually be Monday & Tuesday, though being flexible will be beneficial.

You will be working with our Coastal Education Adviser to deliver outreach programmes in schools across the East Coast, with the potential for getting involved in other aspects of our wider education activity.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Education Advisor to join the Education & Engagement Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers.

What we do: Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Education & Engagement team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an education adviser to offer a warm Yorkshire welcome to our diverse range of visitors and deliver an exceptional customer experience through our in-person schools outreach programme. In addition to this main task, there may be opportunities to assist with visits at our education centres and deliver our virtual awareness programmes.

While knowledge of the water industry or teaching experience is highly desirable, it is not essential. We seek a confident communicator who can build rapport with visitors of all ages and enjoys being part of a busy and flexible team. The role involves working with teachers and students, delivering programmes within a school environment, and staying updated with the water industry and educational sector.

These annualised hours contract involves working two days per week for 36 weeks per year, including holiday entitlement – working days will usually be a Monday & Tuesday. Flexibility in supporting the business with educational work requirements is crucial, including delivering tours on other days or at other sites, working with the general public at open days, assisting with key stakeholder visits, and enhancing educational resources.

The successful candidate must pass an enhanced DBS check before any formal offer can be made.

Where you fit in: As our Educational Advisor your role will include:

• Delivery of education visits within the classroom and at education centres, demonstrating a sound understanding of the water treatment process, the precious nature of water resources, and actively promoting the value of the Company's activities and investment programme.
• Responsibility for Health & Safety of our customers during outreach programmes and site tours.
• Assisting with our virtual programme of live events.
• Ensuring all customers receive a high-quality experience.
• Effective liaison with (a) teachers and members of the public and (b) colleagues from asset delivery, partnerships and the wider education team.
• To be an ambassador for the team and for the brand.
• To assist with the development of our education and outreach offering for all audiences.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Experience of educating students and/or other age groups.
• A full driving licence.
• Proficient in the use of IT, with experience of Microsoft software.

You will also benefit from having:

• Knowledge of the national curriculum.
• Understanding of the water industry and treatment processes.
• A good knowledge of the east coast and the investment being made by the water industry.
• First Aid training.

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

Closing date: 7th August.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.