Job Description

Thank you for your interest in joining Delight.

About Delight

Delight is a leading arts-based education charity that uses the joy of the arts to create magic in learning. Over the last 10 years, Delight has been levelling the playing field for children from disadvantaged backgrounds through our arts-based learning model.

We are forward thinking in our approach and collaborate with arts organisations, schools and commercial partners to co-create programmes that are outstanding in content and deliver strong, proven outcomes.

About the role

Delight is looking for an engaging and reliable STEM Programme Coordinator to oversee the delivery of our STEM programme which is currently supporting 1,600 primary aged children across North England, the Midlands and London. You'll have strong attention to detail and be skilled in coordinating, problem-solving, and managing budgets. You will also have experience of relationship building and training people. Travelling to partner schools around England is a key requirement and the role requires occasional periods working away with overnight stays.

This recruitment pack includes a detailed and Person Specification. For more information about our work, please explore our website

www.delightcharity.org.uk.

To apply, please email a CV and covering letter explaining your interest in this post, relevant experience and suitability to:

recruitment@delightcharity.org.uk

by 11.59pm on Wednesday 3rd December.

STEM Programme Coordinator

Delight is looking for an engaging and reliable STEM Programme Coordinator to oversee the delivery of our STEM programme. We are currently expanding into more schools, and this new role is needed to fully drive school engagement, teacher training and programme resourcing.

You'll have strong attention to detail and a proven record in problem-solving and effective communication. Driving a van to partner schools around England is a key requirement and the role requires occasional overnight stays.

Key responsibilities

Coordination

Finalise programme timetabling Liaise with participating schools Schedule teacher training sessions (England and beyond) Manage hotel and venue bookings Manage programme budgets

Resources

Work with freelancers to design and print resources Oversee procurement and fulfilment

Working with Schools

Build and maintain strong relationships with partner schools Deliver in-person and remote teacher training (England and beyond) Replenish and refresh resources at partner schools Deliver resources to partner schools

Design

Support with the development of promotional materials Support with the editing of promotional photos and films

Impact & Reporting

Manage data gathering and impact tracking with partner schools Evaluate programme outcomes Write stakeholder Impact Reports

Other

Driving licence and confidence driving a large van Work collaboratively within a small team Adhere to Delight's policies and procedures at all times

Person Specification

In your application, please make sure you show us how you would bring the experience, skills, and knowledge that we are looking for to this role. We value the different experiences that people bring and will always look to provide opportunities for you to learn more and develop within your role.

Experience

Programme management and delivery (arts and STEM projects would be advantageous) Establishing and managing partnerships Delivering teacher training in person and on-line Reporting and evaluating STEM and arts programmes Working in partnership with schools

Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Strong attention to detail Demonstrable relationship building skills Well-organised, with effective problem-solving skills Able to work both collaboratively and independently Numerate, with the ability to develop and interpret budgets IT literate (MS Office, excel, web, email, social media) Content creation literate (Canva, video & photo editing software, AI programmes) Able and willing to drive a van independently across England and beyond

Knowledge

STEM and arts education in England Primary and Secondary learning outcomes in England Impact measurement and reporting against outcomes and outputs

Values and Style

Inclusivity

: This is at the heart of our work and we have a commitment to educational equality and social impact

Creative

: Innovative approach to problem-solving, encouraging imaginative strategies for organisational development

Rigour

: Commitment to maintaining high standards, systematic thinking, and meticulous attention to detail in all operational processes

Relationships

: Collaborative professional style, prioritising meaningful connections with team, stakeholders, and partners

Warmth

: Empathetic team-based approach, being part of creating supportive and inclusive workplace culture

Curiosity

: Proactive learner

Contract Terms

Delight aims to be an accessible and adaptable employer.

Salary

26,500

Working hours

37.5 hours per week over 52 weeks.

There are periods in the year when you will be required to work weekends (additional days worked are taken as TOIL at an agreed time).

Holiday

28 days including bank holidays.

Place of work

Delight office, 9b Station Avenue, Caterham, Surrey CR3 6LB.

Frequent days in the office are required for procurement and fulfilment. Travel and overnight stays to host teacher training sessions and deliver resources across England are an essential part of this role and will begin immediately.

Probation period

4 months. Your notice period during probation is two weeks for both you and Delight.

How to apply

Delight believes in creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable workforce. We welcome applications from candidates currently underrepresented within arts education and STEM organisations.

Application deadline

Thursday 4th December 2025.

First interview

Monday 15th December 2025.

Second Interview:

TBC after first interviews.

Ideal start date

Early January 2026.

To apply, please send a current CV and cover letter telling us how you meet the Person Specification to

recruitment@delightcharity.org.uk

Thank you very much for your interest in this role. We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 26,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Casual dress Company pension Free parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person