Executive Officer - Coventry, United Kingdom - Department for Education

Department for Education

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Coventry, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Salary:

- £25,900
Job grade:

Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Business area:
DFE
Skills Group
Type of role:
Policy
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Fulltime, Job share, Parttime
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Location

Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2

WT :
Darlington, North East England, DL1 5

QE :
Manchester, North West England, M1 2

WD :
Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJAbout the job

Job summary:

The Department for Education is responsible for education, children's social services, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships, and wider skills in England.

We work to achieve a highly educated society in which opportunity is equal for all, no matter your background or family circumstances.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a key Secretary of State priority - to develop world class technical education for 16-19 year olds and adults.

Qualification Reform
The Review of post-16 qualifications at level 3 and below is a vital part of the government's reform agenda.

It is looking at the range of qualifications that should be available alongside T Levels, A levels and GCSEs and aims to develop a post-16 qualifications system that is easier to navigate and where every student benefits from high-quality qualifications that help them achieve their career ambitions.

You will have the opportunity to play a central role in making the new system a reality.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Executive Officer to join our friendly team focusing on reforms at level 2 and below (qualifications up to the equivalent of GCSE level).

These reforms are complex, with around 4,000 qualifications in scope for reform, and will mean significant change for post-16 education providers and awarding organisations.

Having published our consultation response in October, you would be joining the team as we finalise our policy decisions and move towards implementation of the reforms.

The role will suit someone who has strong communication skills, is well-organised, proactive, and comfortable engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

You will need to be comfortable working in an environment where policy is new and evolving.

This role includes completion of the Business Administrator
Apprenticeship (Level 3).

This apprenticeship will take twelve to eighteen months to complete (pro rata for part time) and will equip you with the opportunity to develop and make the most of your skills.

You will be expected to maintain the commitment required to complete your training.

At DfE, we are proud of the commitment we make to diversity and inclusion and of the progress we have made.

We have active & vibrant staff networks, special leave policies and workplace adjustments put in place for those who need them.

We are continuing to build a diverse DfE, in an inclusive environment which nurtures and realises potential in all, at all levels.

Equality and Diversity - Department for Education

Job description:

About us

The Department for Education is responsible for education, children's social services, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships and wider skills in England.

We work to achieve a highly educated society in which opportunity is equal for all, no matter your background or family circumstances.

These posts are based in the Professional and Technical Education (PTE) Directorate within the Skills Group. We are a friendly and welcoming team, based in multiple locations across England.

We are undertaking a major review of England's Technical Education system, which started with the introduction of the new 'T Levels' from September 2020 and will result in the reform of thousands of post-16 technical and academic qualifications.

This reform programme is a key priority for the Secretary of State.

This is an exciting, challenging, high profile programme of work and this role offers the opportunity to join the team as we shape the future technical education landscape.

There is significant interest in these areas from ministers and special advisers; from across government, including HM Treasury and No10; and from a wide range of external stakeholders.

Apprenticeship Eligibility
This role includes completion of the
Business Administrator Apprenticeship
(Level 3).
Please check the knowledge, skills and behaviours you will be expected to develop using the apprenticeship standard:
Business administrator apprenticeship standard.

You should also check any eligibility requirements, including English and maths requirements. Part of this apprenticeship requires you to achieve a level 2 English and maths qualification. If you have already achieved GCSEs in English and maths at Level 4 (grade C) or equivalent, or a higher grade, you will not need to complete the functional skills qua