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Empower futures. Build connections. Drive impact.
Join the Eric Wright Learning Foundation, part of the Eric Wright Group, where commercial success fuels social purpose. We’re a forward thinking, people first organisation that blends traditional values with bold ambition, and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for making a difference.
What You’ll Do
As our Education Coordinator, you’ll be the driving force behind our learning and development outreach. You’ll:
1. Act as liaison for the Trust and EWLF Trustees
2. Build strong partnerships with colleges, schools, and other stakeholders
3. Lead engagement with STEM First, Inspire, and the CTB ambassador programme
4. Understand education programmes for learners aged 14+
5. Design and deliver an annual Social Value plan for school events
6. Identify and secure grants to enhance our Social Value programme
7. Collaborate with Group's supply chain to boost engagement
8. Track and report KPIs, dashboards, and outcomes
9. Network with framework partners to unlock new opportunities
10. Develop and train internal career ambassadors
11. Manage external requests and report progress
12. Oversee event budgets and resource allocation
13. Work across all our business as part of a team to advocate for and inspire the next generation
What You’ll Bring
14. Ideally you will have a Level 3 in Learning and Development (or equivalent) OR Proven experience in the sector and a passion to learn and inspire the next generation
15. Proven experience in Education, Social Value or Learning & Development—ideally in construction or engineering environments
16. Strong grasp of the learning cycle and broader L&D strategies
17. Ability to design and deliver impactful training packages
18. Project management skills and budget oversight experience
19. Confident with data analysis and reporting using IT tools
20. Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills
21. Commercial awareness and a collaborative mindset
22. Ability to build relationships and networks
23. Ability to work as part of a team
24. Ability to travel across the North when required
25. Flexibility
Our Values
At the heart of everything we do are four core values:
26. Integrity – We’re transparent, honest, and accountable. We build trust and deliver lasting impact.
27. Excellence – We go beyond expectations with expertise, determination, and attention to detail.
28. Respect – We’re inclusive, compassionate, and professional. Every voice matters.
29. Innovation – We think differently, solve problems creatively, and embrace a “can do” attitude.
How You’ll Work
We’re looking for someone who lives our behaviours:
30. Be authentic – Say what you mean, keep your promises, and build trust
31. Be accountable – Own your work, celebrate success, and learn from setbacks
32. Belong – Be part of something bigger, rooted in community and purpose
33. Be the best you can – Give your all, ask for support, and grow with us
34. Be motivated – Strive for excellence and take charge of your development
35. Be safe – Look after yourself and others—safe people, safe place
36. Be inclusive – Treat everyone with fairness, respect, and equality
37. Be empathetic – Listen deeply and value every voice
38. Be open – Share feedback, celebrate strengths, and speak up for what’s right
39. Be collaborative – Offer support, share knowledge, and learn from others
40. Be inspiring – Lead with positivity, embrace innovation, and foster teamwork
41. Be bold – Speak up, be curious, and help shape the future
Why Join Us?
42. Be part of a business that exists to make a difference
43. Thrive in a healthy, empowering environment
44. Work with passionate, dedicated colleagues who live our values
45. Enjoy real opportunities to grow and shape your future
46. Good salary and benefits offer
Our offer
47. Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
48. Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
49. Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.
50. Pension — 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future
51. BUPA - optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)
52. Group Income Protection – 50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
53. Health Plans – optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness
54. EAP – Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.
55. Mental Health support – through the Thrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.
56. Savings scheme – Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future
57. Recognition awards – awards for long service and special birthdays
58. Onsite gym – we have a gym on site at Head Office – free to use
59. Company Doctor – for when you can’t get to see your own or if you have any health concerns
60. A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy focussed on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing
61. A wide range of enhanced benefits to support your well-being and work-life balance
This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to shape lives and communities!
At Eric Wright Group, our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, who share of values, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.
The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of its employees, contractors and clients and expects its people to share this commitment. Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible.
Department EWG Contract type Full time Hours 37.5 Salary Competitive with excellent benefits Benefits Competitive salary, generous pension, holidays, income protection, health plans, paid family leave and much more!