Job Description

Position: STEM and Digital Learning Lead

Department: Innovation Centre

Report to: Head of Innovation Centre

Location: Tynecastle Park, Gorgie Road, Edinburgh, EH11 2NL and regional outreach travel.

Salary: Competitive salary plus excellent staff benefits.

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, 5/7 days per week. Occasional weekend and evening working required.

Closing Date: 2 December 2025 - Close of play

Heart of Midlothian FC have an exciting opportunity for a STEM and Digital Learning Lead to join the Clubs Innovation Centre. The STEM and Digital Learning Lead will design, deliver, and evaluate creative STEM and digital learning programmes that inspire young people and communities to explore technology, innovation, and problem-solving. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and are adaptable, resourceful, and excited to bring fresh ideas to a growing innovation hub - we would love to hear from you!

Our Innovation Centre provides a unique range of Digital Education programmes that inspires young people to develop vital digital skills for the future whilst using technology creatively for a purpose. Working in partnership with delivery partners, schools, and leaders in industry, we use the power and reach of football to attract and engage learners.

STEM and Digital Learning Lead Responsibilities:

Create engaging STEM and digital learning resources, including robotics, coding, engineering, and creative technology activities. Recommend and integrate technologies to enhance programme experiences. Provide leadership on STEM programmes, including after-school clubs, workshops, and community-based learning sessions, creating a supportive learning environment. Align programme content with recognised award pathways and support participants in achieving accreditation or award milestones, such as Young STEM Leader, Duke of Edinburgh, and CREST Awards. Deliver outreach sessions in schools and community settings, occasionally involving regional travel. Build and maintain strong partnerships with teachers, youth organisations, and local partners. Represent the Innovation Centre at education, STEM, and community engagement events. Develop and use feedback tools such as surveys and digital trackers to measure programme reach and impact to inform continuous improvement and sponsor reporting. Assist with grant applications, funding reports, and related project documentation. Contribute creative ideas to the Innovation Centre's evolving strategy.

Experience, Qualifications & Requirements:

Demonstrable experience in STEM or digital learning delivery for young people (ages 8-18). Understanding of curriculum design or learning strategies (Desirable*).
Experience working with award schemes e.g., Young STEM Leader, Duke of Edinburgh, CREST (Desirable*).
Familiarity with Scotland's STEM education and digital inclusion landscape (Desirable*).
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation or impact measurement (Desirable*).
Experience contributing to funding applications or project reporting (Desirable*).
Able to evidence the legal right to work in the UK.

Skills & Abilities:

Strong interest in technology, innovation, and creative learning. Ability to design and adapt engaging, hands-on activities and resources. Excellent communication skills with confidence to engage learners, educators, and community groups. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. A collaborative mindset and willingness to work in a dynamic, agile environment where priorities and opportunities evolve. Commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and safeguarding.

How to apply:

If you think that you are suitable for the position and meet the criteria above - we would love to hear from you. Please send a Covering Letter and CV to the email address provided.

Due to an expected high volume of applications, this vacancy may be closed earlier than the closing date stated above.

The role will have regular contact with children, and it is therefore required by law to have a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check through Disclosure Scotland as a condition of employment.

HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN FOOTBALL CLUB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER AND FULLY COMMITTED TO THE SAFEGUARDING AND WELFARE OF VULNERABLE GROUPS.

HEART OF MIDLOTHIAN IS A LIVING WAGE ACCREDITED COMPANY.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension On-site parking Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Edinburgh EH11 2NL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

STEM or digital learning delivery : 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 02/12/2025
Reference ID: HMFC-S&DLL1125