Research Assistant
5 days ago
In UK Youth's Impact department, we find, create and use evidence to respond to the needs and preferences of young people and the professionals who support them. We conduct research and evaluations to prove and improve the impact of youth work, and we co-design high-quality programmes and support offers that can be scaled. This new role will work across these areas, supporting research and evaluation projects with real implications for policy and practice. Reporting to the Evaluation & Learning Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of a portfolio of research and evaluation projects. This will involve conducting research in-house and coordinating with external partners and the organisations we fund to build and share high‑quality evidence. There will be opportunities to lead on fieldwork, data analysis, reporting and insight sharing with strategic guidance and hands‑on support from other members of the team. You will be organised, keen to develop your research skills and have a passion for working with data. You will support high‑profile research and evaluation projects, including the evaluation of the Adventures Away From Home Fund— a major, Government‑funded outdoor learning programme. You can expect to support other projects, gathering and sharing insights from our network and young people and helping the team to work efficiently and effectively. Responsibilities Evaluation and Learning Knowledge and Data Management Research and Horizon Scanning Experience of managing datasets on digital platforms/software (quantitative and/or qualitative) Experience of leading or supporting quantitative and/or qualitative research and data analysis in any setting Experience of conducting literature reviews to analyse existing evidence on specific topics Experiencing of working across multiple projects and competing priorities and managing your time and tasks proactively Benefits We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture: Flexible/Agile Working 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees) Funded training provided in: Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity Other training available in support of your personal and professional development Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%) Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities. IT equipment provided for the duration of contract CycleScheme and TechScheme #J-18808-Ljbffr
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