Group Senior Policy and Research Officer
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About the role
The College is looking for someone who will carry out a range of research and policy-related projects to further the work of the Group including London South East Colleges, London South East Academies Trust and LASER Foundation. This will include:
* Designing and undertaking research and evaluation projects
* Providing a range of policy advice and briefings
* Developing and using an evidence base to support the wider work of the Group
This role will be key in helping us develop our policy, research and insights team, working in a small dynamic team across the Trust1s schools and London South East Colleges. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with several years of experience in an applied policy and research setting to use their skills to help the organisation support our learners and staff.
About the Company
The College
London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and ~1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.
Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.
As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth. The Group has launched a charity – the LASER Education Foundation, which supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region through a wide range of educational programmes and initiatives. With a combined turnover of ~£100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans.
Benefits Our benefits package includes annual leave of 27 days (excluding bank holidays) plus up to three days over the Christmas break. We provide up to two additional College closure days throughout the year, and offer leave for volunteering. Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Free onsite parking
* Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
* Annual season ticket loan
* Access to the Discounts for Teachers portal
* Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide (Eduroam)
* Access to our onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in our in-house restaurants and on hair and beauty treatments
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Education
Industries
* Market Research
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