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Programme Lead | Lead High-Impact STEM Programmes Across the South of England
Shape the future workforce. Lead inspiring STEM programmes. Build partnerships that change young lives.
Are you an experienced Programme Lead, Education Programme Manager or Youth Programme Manager looking for an opportunity to deliver meaningful impact at scale?
EDT is entering an exciting period of transformation and growth. We are looking for a passionate and motivated Programme Lead to oversee the delivery of high-quality STEM and STEAM programmes across the South of England, helping thousands of young people discover future career opportunities and achieve their potential. As a Programme Lead, you will combine programme delivery, stakeholder engagement, operational leadership and educational innovation to create exceptional experiences for schools, students, volunteers and industry partners.
Why Join EDT?
- Passionate about creating equitable access to STEM careers
- Dynamic in our response to a changing world
- Collaborative with industry, educators and communities
- Respectful of young people's potential and lived experiences
At EDT, purpose comes first. Every programme you lead helps young people build confidence, skills and aspirations while improving social mobility and widening access to future careers.
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What You'll Be Doing
- Manage programme operations, logistics, performance tracking and regional delivery activity
- Build strong relationships with schools, colleges, partners, volunteers and stakeholders
- Coordinate sessional teams and support outstanding learner experiences across multiple locations
- Monitor KPIs, analyse programme data and produce impact reports for stakeholders and funders
For full responsibilities, skills and person specification, please refer to the attached Job Description.
What We're Looking For
- Experience delivering education, outreach, STEM, youth or community programmes across multiple sites or regions
- Strong programme management and project delivery experience
- Experience managing stakeholders, volunteers, educators or delivery teams
- Ability to analyse performance data, monitor KPIs and produce reports
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Passion for education, STEM engagement and improving outcomes for young people
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the region
What's In It For You?
- Competitive salary from £29,300 to £37,600 dependant on experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Up to 10% employer pension contribution
- Life insurance worth three times annual salary
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Wellbeing support
- Opportunity to lead high-profile STEM programmes with national impact
- Career development within a respected education charity


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Location
- Hybrid working
- Welwyn Garden City office base
- South of England coverage including London, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Essex
- Some travel across wider delivery regions, including parts of Wales
- Occasional overnight stays required
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Join EDT as a Programme Lead and help inspire the next generation through world-class STEM experiences, meaningful partnerships and innovative educational programmes
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