Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview so apply soon to not miss out! We are seeking a Research and Policy Officer to support research, evaluation and policy development across the Group. Working with the Director of PR, Policy and Research and the Senior Policy and Research Officer, you will help build the evidence base that informs strategy, strengthens our impact and contributes to policy discussions across the education and skills sector. The role will involve supporting research and evaluation projects, undertaking policy research and horizon scanning, producing briefings for senior leaders, and assisting with consultation responses and policy submissions. You will also help share insights across the organisation and contribute to work that demonstrates the Group’s social and economic impact. We are looking for someone with early experience in research, policy or analysis, or a relevant postgraduate background. You will be able to analyse information, communicate clearly in writing, manage competing priorities and show an interest in the education and skills landscape. This is a good opportunity for someone looking to develop their policy or research career within a mission-driven organisation that is focused on improving opportunities for learners and communities. About You About Us Elevare Civic Education Group is the umbrella organisation that comprises our Group Organisations, London South East Colleges, London South East Academies Trust and Elevare Education Foundation. The Group rationale is borne from a shared mission, vision and values. It seeks to optimise governance alignment through a Group Strategy and provide efficiencies across the organisations. Built on charitable principles and a co-incidence of interest, the Group ethos is founded upon high-quality teaching and learning, the development of curriculum models fitting each school and cohort, and a core and bespoke school improvement strategy which focuses on our shared strength. The strategic and operational working relationships between the College, Trust and Foundation have been established to optimise collaboration and integration - and to reflect both the next stage of our journey and our growing civic mission. Collectively the Group annual income is c£150m, delivering education to c16,000 students and employing over 2000 staff. Elevare – meaning to elevate or uplift – captures our mission to raise aspirations and opportunities, while Civic signals our responsibility and commitment to being an anchor institution, at the heart of our communities. Benefits We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including excellent annual leave and a generous pension through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme depending on role. Additional benefits include: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Annual season ticket loan Access to the Discounts for Teachers portal Free Wi-Fi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide through Eduroam Access to our on-site gym at Bromley campus and discount at other local gyms Discounts in our in-house restaurants and on hair and beauty treatments Equal Opportunities London South East Colleges is fully committed to equality of opportunity and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status. As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact People Services at [email protected]. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we carry out social media checks on shortlisted candidates to assess suitability for working with children and young people. Our full Safeguarding policy can be found here. Because we work with children and vulnerable adults, all roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, a Children’s and/or Adult’s Barred List check. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if these checks are unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure is required as part of the recruitment process, and failure to disclose relevant information or provide a DBS certificate is likely to result in withdrawal of an offer. Our DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request. All appointments are also subject to verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with Home Office requirements. Original documentation will be required prior to commencement of employment.