Content and Engagement Specialist - Teaching and Learning

Content and Engagement Specialist - Teaching and LearningHome Based (with regular travel to London, SW1)The OrganisationThe Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.We do this by supporting schools, colleges and nurseries to improve teaching and learning through better use of evidence. We generate research evidence on effective practice in supporting learning outcomes and narrowing the socioeconomic attainment gap, and we work with education professionals to ensure this evidence is applied to achieve the maximum possible benefit for children and young people. The EEF’s reach and impact has been tremendous: the English education system is now one of the most evidence-informed in the world. Over half of state primary and secondary schools have taken part in an EEF-funded trial, and 70% of all school leaders use the Teaching and Learning Toolkit to inform their decision-making.We are now looking for a Content and Engagement Specialist to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 40 hours per week.The Benefits- Salary of £42,000 - £47,000 DOE- Flexible start and end working times (core hours between 10am and 4pm)- Flexible working opportunities- 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays including 3 which can be taken flexibly and 2 festive season closure days)- Pension matched with 6% employer contributions- Life insurance cover- Interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave pay (conditions apply)- Confidential Employee Assistance Programme to help you deal with any personal and professional problemsThis is a fantastic opportunity for a teaching and school/post-16 leader with expertise in professional development to refocus their career with our impactful organisation and help develop the content needed to support disadvantaged children.You will leverage your expertise to develop innovative content and play a critical role in transforming educational outcomes for disadvantaged children.What's more, you'll be working alongside passionate professionals in a dynamic environment that values innovation and excellence and will benefit from a culture of continuous learning and development.So, if you want to help shape high-quality teaching and learning across English schools and post-16 settings, read on and apply today!The RoleAs a Content and Engagement Specialist, you will develop a range of content that supports our work and communicates our mission of impacting disadvantaged children.Specifically, you will play an important part in updating our range of guidance reports, Teaching and Learning Toolkit and digital resources. Co-ordinating the creation of high-quality resources and tools, you will contribute to bespoke training and professional development for regional and national partnerships.Leading engagement with schools and post-16 practitioners, you will gather insights through focus groups and share your findings via blogs, podcasts, and other platforms. You will develop and monitor campaigns on key teaching and learning areas while offering expert advice to support EEF’s broader teams.Additionally, you will:- Collaborate with others to deliver professional development and amplify communications- Build strong networks with stakeholders across the education spectrumAbout YouTo be considered as a Content and Engagement Specialist, you will need:- Teaching and school/post-16 leadership experience in schools - A strong understanding of the evidence around effective implementation and professional development- A track record of developing and/or delivering CPD and supporting staff across schools or organisations- An understanding of the educational landscape and attainment gap in English schools- Strong relationship management and communication skills- The ability to develop high-quality resources that support effective classroom practicesAll EEF staff are subject to a check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).?The level of check which will apply shall be an "Basic" level check.?The closing date for this role is 10th January 2025 (23:59 GMT).Other organisations may call this role Education Content Specialist, Evidence Mobilisation Specialist, Engagement Specialist, Education CPD Specialist, or Education CPD Advisor.Webrecruit and the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.So, if you want to join us as a Content and Engagement Specialist, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.