About Camden Learning
Launched in 2017, Camden Learning is a schools-led partnership between Camden schools and Camden Council. All Camden schools are involved, co-constructing a model based on the principle that collective effort achieves more. We aim to drive improvement for all, guided by values of excellence and social equity. Camden Learning is a sector leader in school-led partnerships, establishing a successful model for cooperation and improvement.
The STEAM Programme Officer will support the delivery of Camdens pioneering STEAM programme, working closely with schools, employers and partners to create high-quality career and work experience opportunities for young people across the borough.
The role will focus primarily on supporting the delivery of the Camden STEAM Work Experience Programme which takes place between 6-11 July 2026, alongside providing coordination and administrative support for key STEAM events and employer engagement activity.
Working as part of the STEAM team at Camden Learning, the postholder will ensure programme activities are delivered effectively by coordinating partners, managing logistics, managing data and supporting strong communication between schools, employers and Camden teams.
About Camden STEAM:
Camden STEAM Partnership is a borough-wide programme led by Camden Council and Camden Learning which connects schools, employers, and communities to prepare young people for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM).
75 employers have committed their support to the initiative via the STEAM Pledge.
STEAM programme activities include:
Camden STEAM Work Experience Programme an annual, borough-wide Year 12 programme seeking to mobilise over 550 work experience placements across 30 employers
Camden STEAM T Levels and Apprenticeships brokering industry placements
Camden STEAM Ambassadors Out network of over 200 employee volunteers who deliver career activities in schools and at events such as our annual Primary Careers Days
Camden STEAM Hub connecting teachers and employers together
London AI Campus our flagship initiative in partnership with GoogleThe role
This role will provide operational and coordination support across several of Camden STEAMs core programmes, particularly during a busy delivery period between April and July.
The Programme Officer will work closely with the Head of STEAM, STEAM Schools Manager and Partnerships and Schools and Employers Partnership Managers, supporting delivery of borough-wide initiatives including the Camden STEAM Work Experience Programme, Primary Careers Days and other STEAM events.
The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, the ability to coordinate multiple partners in a highly professional manner and a proactive approach to supporting programme delivery.
This is a fixed term contract starting February 2026 until July 2026, with a possibility of extension whilst wider recruitment takes place.
Key Responsibilities:
Programme Coordination Camden STEAM Work Experience ProgrammeSupport the planning and delivery of Camdens borough-wide Year 12 work experience programme.
Responsibilities include:
Providing coordination and administrative support to ensure successful delivery of the Camden STEAM Work Experience Week.
Liaising with schools and employers to confirm placements, documentation and logistics and support employer readiness to host student placements.
Supporting the Schools and Employer Partnership Manager with partner coordination and placement delivery.
Coordinating with an external contracted partner who is responsible for overall placement coordination, application and data management and impact reporting.
Following up with schools and employers to resolve queries and ensure all required documentation such as safeguarding and risk assessments are completed.
Collaboration with wider Camden Council teams as they coordinate their own work experience placements.
Maintaining accurate records of placements and partners engaged.
Event Planning and DeliverySupport the planning and delivery of key Camden STEAM events.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting coordination of borough-wide events including Primary Careers Day, T Level celebration event and other STEAM activities.
Liaising with schools and employer partners to facilitate participation in events and supporting invite management
Assisting with event logistics including venue arrangements, schedules and materials.
Supporting health and safety and operational planning for events.
At event coordination on the event days
Employer Engagement SupportAssist with maintaining and expanding Camdens network of STEAM Pledge partners.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting the identification and research of potential new employer partners.
Updating and maintaining information on target partner organisations.
Assisting with communication and follow-up with employer partners.
Supporting the coordination of employer engagement activities where required.
Data Management and Programme AdministrationSupport effective programme monitoring and coordination across the STEAM team.
Responsibilities include:
Updating partner and programme records to support effective data management.
Maintaining databases and spreadsheets relating to employer engagement and programme delivery.
Supporting systems which track engagement and impact across STEAM programmes.
Contributing to cross-team coordination by ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on partners and activities.Working Relationships
The postholder will work closely with:
Head of STEAM and Partnerships
Schools and Employers Partnership Managers and STEAM Schools Manager
Camden Learning and Camden Council colleagues
Camden schools and sixth form college
Our contracted external partner who leads on the work experience student application and placement process, account management, and impact reporting.
STEAM Pledge organisations and employers from across the science, digital and creative industries including private sector companies, academic institutions and research centres.About You:
You will be a highly organised and proactive individual with a passion for education, careers and improving opportunities for young people. You will enjoy working with a diverse range of partners and helping ensure programmes and events are delivered smoothly and to tight deadlines. Comfortable managing administrative processes, you will play an important role in supporting the effective delivery of Camdens STEAM programmes.
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Administrative expertise, including managing schedules, creating promotional materials, and handling logistical coordination.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with schools, employers and wider Camden teams.
Experience coordinating projects, programmes or events.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to quickly learn new IT systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a good standard of English and Maths.Desirable:
Experience working with young people in educational, youth work, or community settings.
Knowledge of careers education, work experience or skills programmesPersonal Attributes:
Highly organised and detailed focused
Proactive and problem-solving mindset
A collaborative team player
Adaptable and resilient and capable of managing multiple priorities
Passionate about education and improving opportunities for young peopleOur commitment to inclusive recruitment
For education organisations to flourish, improve performance and genuinely represent the communities they serve its essential that we seize the opportunity to develop a diverse workforce.
We know that to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people, the very best talent from our society needs to be identified, supported and retained.
Our organisations perform better when they reflect the rich breadth and depth of our society and we should be proud to bring together a dynamic combination of knowledge, skills and lived experience.
In practice, an inclusive approach to recruitment takes care and attention. We are all stakeholders in the education system so together we need to continue to challenge recruitment norms, processes, and behaviours.
We are committed to recruitment processes that are developed with inclusivity at their core, whilst keeping a resolute focus on the best choice of candidate for the post.
Pillars of an inclusive approach
- Ensuring roles are designed and described clearly and accurately, removing hidden barriers that might inadvertently dissuade a great candidate from applying.
- Communicating a clear commitment to inclusivity throughout all recruitment marketing materials showing as well as telling candidates that we are an open, inclusive employer.
- Taking positive action by seeking and welcoming applications from under-represented groups using recruitment interactions and headhunting to reach a wider pool.
- Assessing impact and improvement through effective diversity and equal opportunities monitoring and ongoing dialogue with staff
