Senior Policy Manager (16-19)

3 Days Old

London, SW1P (with hybrid working opportunities) About Us The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) is an independent charity dedicated to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement. We do this by supporting schools, colleges, and nurseries to improve teaching and learning through better use of evidence. We generate research evidence on effective practice in supporting learning outcomes and narrowing the socioeconomic attainment gap, and we work with education professionals to ensure this evidence is applied to achieve the maximum possible benefit for children and young people. The EEF’s reach and impact has been tremendous: the English education system is now one of the most evidence‑informed in the world. Over half of state primary and secondary schools have taken part in an EEF‑funded trial, and 70% of all school leaders use the Teaching and Learning Toolkit to inform their decision‑making. Benefits
Salary of £51,750 per annum Flexible working opportunities 27 days holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays including 3 which can be taken flexibly) 2 festive season closure days 6% employer pension contributions, minimum 3% employee contribution Life insurance cover Interest‑free season ticket loan and cycle scheme Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave pay (conditions apply) Confidential Employee Assistance Programme to help you deal with any personal and professional problems
The Role As a Senior Policy Manager, you will support the development of policies in the 16‑19 age education sector, influence national education policy, and produce research and advice that align with our mission. You will collaborate with policy makers and advisors at a national level to ensure their work is informed by evidence. Additionally, You Will
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and identify priority issues Communicate our policy positions through briefings, reports, blogs, and papers Manage strategic projects that enhance the sector’s data infrastructure Maintain your understanding of 16‑19 sector policies Ensure our activities reflect our policy priorities
About You
Experience working in education policy or a related field An excellent understanding of the 16‑19 English education landscape and relevant government policies The ability to analyse complex policy problems and identify opportunities for research to inform policy solutions The ability to build relationships with policymakers and other stakeholders Strong project management skills and comfort working in complex and changing delivery environments Strong attention to detail and a curiosity to engage deeply with evidence and research Exceptional written and verbal communication skills Strong advocacy for equity, diversity and inclusion To be educated to degree level in a relevant field
Closing Date The closing date for this role is 4th January 2026. Equal Opportunities Webrecruit and The Education Endowment Foundation are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Greater London
Job Type:
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