Schools Engagement Co-Ordinator Apprentice
HETA is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Schools Engagement Co-Ordinator Apprentice to join their team and help inspire the next generation of engineering talent!
As a not-for-profit organisation, everything HETA does is focused on making a real difference to their learners, employers and local communities. They’re proud of their supportive, collaborative culture, where people are encouraged to share ideas, develop their skills and reach their full potential.
With continued investment in their people, facilities and future, joining HETA means becoming part of an ambitious organisation where your contribution truly matters.
Key Responsibilities
Based at HETA’s Hull office, you’ll play an important role in promoting engineering and STEM careers to young people across the local area. You’ll work with schools and colleges to raise awareness of the exciting opportunities available within engineering, helping young people discover their potential and consider a future in the industry. This is a hands-on, varied role that combines organisation, communication and creativity with opportunities to get out into schools and engage directly with students.
Please note: Regular travel to schools, colleges and careers events is an essential part of this role. Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own car.
- Engage with schools and colleges: Support a range of activities designed to inform young people and stimulate interest in STEM and engineering careers.
- Promote HETA: Represent HETA at school assemblies, careers fairs, exhibitions and other school activities, helping students understand the opportunities available to them.
- Create engaging activities: Develop and deliver practical, interactive activities that bring engineering to life and encourage young people to explore STEM subjects.
- Build relationships: Develop positive working relationships with schools, colleges and other key contacts to strengthen HETA’s engagement with young people.
- Maintain accurate records: Manage and update a database of school and college contacts, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
- Support events and initiatives: Assist with the planning, organisation and delivery of school engagement activities and careers events.
- Learn and develop: Work alongside experienced colleagues, gaining valuable skills and knowledge while completing your apprenticeship.
Skills & Knowledge
HETA is looking for someone who is enthusiastic about working with young people, enjoys communicating with others and is keen to make a difference.
- You’ll ideally be someone who:
- Has a genuine interest in engineering, STEM, education or careers engagement.
- Is confident, approachable and comfortable speaking to groups of people.
- Has good organisational skills and can manage a variety of tasks.
- Is creative and enjoys developing fun, engaging and practical activities.
- Has good written and verbal communication skills.
- Is comfortable using IT and maintaining accurate records.
- Is proactive, reliable and eager to learn new skills.
- Can work independently while also contributing positively to a team.
- Essential: You must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to your own car, as the role involves travelling to schools and careers events across the local area.
- Previous experience is welcome but not essential. Most importantly, they’re looking for someone with the right attitude, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
Key Info
Employer: HETA
Location: Hull, HU8
Wage: £10.85 per hour
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Job Category: Customer Service
About the Employer
At HETA, they’re more than just a training provider; they’re a team passionate about shaping the future of engineering.
- At HETA, you will gain:
- A competitive apprentice salary above the apprenticeship minimum wage. They recognise the value apprentices bring to their organisation and offer more than the statutory minimum.
- Fuel allowance for travel to events
- Time/toil is given
- The opportunity to gain a recognised apprenticeship qualification while earning a salary.
- Practical, hands-on experience in school engagement, STEM promotion and event delivery.
- Support, guidance and training from an experienced and collaborative team.
- The opportunity to develop valuable communication, organisation and project coordination skills.
- The chance to make a real difference by inspiring young people and helping shape the future engineering workforce.
- The opportunity to build a career with an ambitious, not-for-profit organisation that invests in its people.
If you’re enthusiastic, organised, enjoy working with young people and want to build your career while making a positive impact in our local community, we’d love to hear from you!
