External Affairs Officer

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Lift Schools Full time

**External Affairs Officer**

**1 Edcity Walk, Edcity**
**London, W12 7TF**
**United Kingdom**

**Salary**:£30,000 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
**Hours**:37 per week, full time
**Contract**:Fixed term (1 year - until March 2026)
**Start date**:March 2025
**Location**:Hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office during school term time. London HQ location: 1 Edcity Walk, Edcity, London W12 7TF from 1st Jan 25 onwards

**Join our team as an External Affairs Officer, and make a difference everyday**

**The Role**

As External Affairs Officer, you will play a pivotal role in monitoring, analysing, and responding to developments in education policy, parliamentary activity, and the work of key stakeholders such as think tanks, unions, and the Confederation of School Trusts (CST). Your insights and communication skills will support our strategic objectives and help influence decision-making, ensuring Lift Schools remains at the forefront of education innovation and advocacy.

**Essential Skills and Experience**:

- Experience in a parliamentary assistant or policy-focused role.
- Strong understanding of the UK political system, legislative processes, and education policy.
- Exceptional research, analytical, and communication skills.
- Exceptional writing skills and an ability to write for different audiences.
- Proven ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

**Desirable Skills and Experience**:

- Knowledge of education policy developments, including the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill and Ofsted framework consultations.
- Experience in or familiarity with the education sector, particularly academy trusts.
- Understanding of key stakeholders in the education space, such as think tanks and unions.

**Personal Attributes**:

- A proactive, self-motivated individual with a passion for education policy and public affairs.
- Strategic thinker with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
- Commitment to the mission and values of Lift Schools.

**This role contributes to the Lift Schools’ mission that every child receives an excellent education, in every classroom, every day.**

**Who is Lift Schools?**

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

**We offer you**:

- ** Comprehensive training**: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
- ** Generous benefits**: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
- ** Lifestyle perks**: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

**The role is due to commence: March 2025. This is a fixed term position until March 2026.**

**Closing date: 16th February 2025**

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

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