We are seeking an Education Assistant to support our Geography Ambassadors programme across the following areas:
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The recruitment, training and placement of Geography Ambassadors into schools
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The Going places with geography careers and further study events
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Promotion of the programmes to schools
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Digital delivery and social media engagement of young people with geography
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Supporting activities that recognise the work of geography pupils and their teachers
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Alongside general support to the Society’s education work
The post holder will provide support to each of these areas of activity and will be managed by the Project Coordinator: Geography Ambassadors.
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Closing date: 5.00pm, 26 May 2022
Salary and contract details
This is a permanent, full time post subject to successful completion of a probationary period of three months.
The salary range for this post is £23,050 to £23,775 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.
The post is based in Kensington, London.
Benefits
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35-hour working week with core working hours between 10.00am-4.00pm
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Option to work from home on Thursdays and Fridays
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25 days annual leave per annum plus public bank holidays
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Society closure between Christmas and New Year, in addition to the basic annual leave allowance
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Generous pension scheme - 3% employee, 7.5% employer
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Group Life Assurance at four-times basic annual salary
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Corporate eye care vouchers
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Cycle to work scheme
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Free 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline with available counselling support
How to apply
To apply please email HR@rgs.org with a copy of your CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability for the post and how you fulfil the selection criteria, along with the monitoring form. Part of this role will support uptake within geography from black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities and lower income families, and we welcome applications from individuals who have a commitment to particularly supporting young people from these backgrounds.
Applications must be received by 5.00pm, 26 May 2022. Interviews are planned to take place on 1 June 2022. We thank, in advance, all candidates for applying and regret we are unable to write separately to those who are not selected for interview.
The Society is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.