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Education Officer
Richmond and Wandsworth Councils
Greater London
On-site
GBP 30,000 - 50,000
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a passionate Education Officer to enhance their Education Programme. This role involves engaging with schools and community groups to promote sustainability through educational talks and workshops. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of climate change issues. With a focus on the 3Rs—re-use, recycling, and disposal—this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental education in the community. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact while enjoying competitive benefits and a commitment to inclusivity.
Benefits
Local Government Pension Scheme
Interest-free loan for travel card
Employee Assistance Programme
Qualifications
- Proven experience in presenting to diverse audiences.
- Strong organisational and planning skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Assist in delivering the Education Programme through talks and workshops.
- Provide educational visits to schools and community groups.
Skills
Organisational Skills
Planning Skills
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Presentation Skills
Understanding of Climate Change
Job description
Hours: 20 hours per week, 5 days a week, term time only
Contract: Permanent
Based: Smugglers Way, Wandsworth, SW18 but may include travel to schools in four local boroughs
WRWA is responsible for managing the waste generated in four London Boroughs (Wandsworth, Lambeth, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Kensington and Chelsea) through either re-use, recycling, or disposal (the 3Rs). We are looking to recruit a new Education Officer, to help deliver our very much in demand Education Programme.
About the role
Your main goal will be to assist in the delivery of our Education Programme, providing educational talks and workshops to schools and adult groups, through on-site visits to our Smugglers Way site or in educational establishments in the WRWA area.
About You
You will need to:
- demonstrate a good understanding of the three R's and wider climate change issues
- possess good organisational and planning skills
- demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
- have proven experience in presenting to a wide range of audiences.
If you are passionate about spreading the 3Rs message to schools and community groups, and possess the required skills to help extend the reach of our current Education Programme, this may be the perfect role for you!
In return, we can offer you a competitive salary, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, an interest-free loan for a travel card, and free and confidential support via our Employee Assistance Programme.
How to apply
Please forward your application form and EDI form to recruitment@wrwa.gov.uk or post to:
Recruitment
Western Riverside Waste Authority
Smugglers Way
Wandsworth
LONDON SW18 1JS.
Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday, 13th April 2025
Shortlisting Date: w/c 22nd April 2025
Interview Date: Thursday, 1st May 2025
These dates are indicative only and could be subject to change.
If you’d like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Debra Trayner on 020 8875 8885 or debra@wrwa.gov.uk
Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The Authority is an inclusive employer and appoint on merit. We are also a Disability Confident Employer.
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