Evaluation Lead Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role that will make a difference in the world of STEM education? Do you have a passion for social research and evaluation? Do you want to join a dynamic and supportive team that works with a wide range of stakeholders to deliver high-quality, evidence-based programmes? If you answered 'yes' to these questions, then you might be the perfect candidate for the Evaluation Lead role at STEM Learning Limited. The Role

　　STEM Learning is the UK's leading provider of STEM education and careers support, working with schools, colleges, employers and partners to inspire and engage young people in STEM subjects and prepare them for the future.

　　As the Evaluation Lead, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and delivering a comprehensive portfolio of evaluation projects across STEM Learning's programmes. You will work closely with the Head of Impact and Evidence, as well as other teams and external partners, to ensure that our evaluation activities are robust, effective and useful. You will also lead and develop a small team of evaluation staff, ensuring that they deliver high-quality work and achieve their objectives.

　　Our Ideal Candidate Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive (https://stemlearning.wistia.com/medias/wewioesy4r)

　　To be successful in this role, you will need:

　　A Masters or PhD in social research, education or related subject, or a relevant professional qualification or experience in a similar or related role.

　　Expertise in social research and project or programme evaluation, including designing and implementing evaluation plans, methods and tools, analysing and synthesising data, and reporting and communicating findings.

　　Experience of managing projects and people, including planning and progressing work activities, monitoring performance, providing feedback and coaching, and ensuring value for money.

　　Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to adapt your style and delivery to different audiences and purposes.

　　Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to form effective working relationships, influence decision-making, negotiate outcomes and disseminate best practice.

　　A positive, conscientious, inquisitive and solution-oriented attitude, with a keen interest in STEM education and its impact on young people.

　　This is a full-time, permanent position based in York. We operate a flexible working policy including the opportunity to work remotely 2 days a week.

　　To see the full details of this exciting role, please take a look at the full Role Profile (https://assets.ctfassets.net/pc40tpn1u6ef/2VSxzUuAC2LxzvLwWIkqf/4c5595774e6880e9613ab9cf8d0ca323/Evaluation_Lead_-_Role_Profile_Final.pdf) About Us

　　The National STEM Learning Centre & Network is a key UK resource for supporting STEM teaching and learning through provision of resources, on-line and physical networking and communities and partnership with a wide range of organisations and individuals. This includes driving forward on-going development of the STEM Ambassadors and STEM Clubs programmes alongside subject-specific support for all involved in teaching STEM subjects to young people.

　　Take a look inside the National STEM Learning Centre (https://youtu.be/JTpyDpRBnbA) in York to see our facilities. Our Benefits

　　30 days holidays plus bank holidays

　　Access to an excellent pension scheme

　　A comprehensive employee assistance programme

　　Access to a voluntary staff benefits scheme including cycle to work loan scheme; health cash back plans; free eye tests; discounted vouchers and much more

　　Take a look at our benefits brochure (https://www.stem.org.uk/sites/default/files/STEM%20Learning%20Benefits%202022%20A5%2020pg%20External%20e%20version.pdf) to find out more about the benefits we offer. Next Steps There is no closing date for this appointment; applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are recommended. To Apply Please provide us with:

　　Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission)

　　A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate.

　　STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences.