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Education Advisor

 

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

 

  • We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience £27,674 - £34,237 FTE, equivalent to £12,123.48 - £14,185.56 in this role.
  • Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
  • Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
  • Development opportunities in line with the Education Advisor progression plan
  • 25 days annual leave (FTE) plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
  • Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
  • A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
  • Retail savings scheme
  • Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

 

Location: Headingley Water Treatment Work, Otley Road, West Park, Leeds, LS16 5JY with the requirement for regional travel.

 

Work type: Permanent. As an education adviser, to undertake an annualised hours contract working 3 days per week / 36 weeks per year including holiday entitlement.  Our working days are usually Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday.  Your role will include delivery at our education centre at Headingley Water Treatment Works, Leeds, outreach in schools and communities and our virtual delivery programme.

 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Education Advisor to join the Education & Engagement Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

 

What we do:

 

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.

 

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

 

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Education & Engagement team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an education adviser to offer a warm Yorkshire welcome to our diverse range of visitors and deliver an exceptional visitor experience through engaging and informative on-site visits, as well as our 'in-person' and virtual outreach programmes. While knowledge of the water industry or teaching experience is highly desirable, it is not essential. We seek a confident communicator who can build rapport with visitors of all ages and enjoys being part of a busy and flexible team. The role involves working with teachers and students, delivering site visits at our operational works and programmes within a school environment, and staying updated with the water industry and educational sector. This annualised hours contract involves working three days per week for 36 weeks per year, including holiday entitlement, with responsibilities at our education centre at Headingley Water Treatment Works, Leeds, outreach in schools and communities, and virtual delivery. Flexibility in supporting the business with educational work requirements is crucial, including delivering tours on other days or at other sites, working with the general public at open days, assisting with key stakeholder visits, and enhancing educational resources. The successful candidate must pass an enhanced DBS check before any formal offer can be made.

 

Where you fit in:

 

As our Educational Advisor your role will include:

 

  • Delivery of education visits within the classroom and at treatment works, demonstrating a sound understanding of the water treatment process, the precious nature of water resources, and actively promoting the value of the Company's activities and investment programme.
  • Responsiblity for Health & Safety of our visitors during site tours and outreach programmes.
  • Delivery of education outreach visits into schools and communities.
  • Assisting with our virtual programme of live events.
  • Ensuring all visitors receive a high-quality experience.
  • Education centre 'set-up' and site safety checks prior to visits commencing.
  • Effective liaison with (a) site operators to ensure safe and smooth running of planned visits and (b) teachers and members of the public.
  • To be an ambassador for the team and for the brand.
  • To assist with the development of our education and outreach offering for all audiences.

 

What skills & qualifications you will need:

 

  • Experience of educating students and/or other age groups
  • A full driving licence.
  • Proficient in the use of IT, with experience of Microsoft software

 

You will also benefit from having:

 

  • Knowledge of the national curriculum
  • Understanding of the water industry and treatment processes
  • First Aid training

 

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!

 

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

 

If you've got experience in education engagement and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

 

Closing date - Thursday 22 May 2025

 

Interviews - Wednesday 28 May 2025

 

 

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include an Enhanced Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

 

All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

 

We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.

 

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

What's in it for you?

Career enhancement and development, colleague well-being and a genuinely positive work experience for all are key priorities. We are continuously evolving and improving our ways of working and you will support us in achieving our vision of 'taking responsibility for the water environment for good'.

If you feel this opportunity is suitable and you match the skills required, then please apply on line and complete the application process.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

The Kelda Group provides water and sewerage services to domestic and business customers across the UK, managing the following subsidiary companies: - 

Yorkshire Water, is the main subsidiary company providing water and sewerage services to 4.7 million people and 130,000 businesses in the Yorkshire region. Its activities are regulated by the Water Services Regulation Authority, Ofwat Loop Customer Management Ltd specialises in delivering customer service support to Yorkshire Water that includes billing, debt recovery and incident management. Employing more than 600 people, Loop have built up an impressive list of industry awards and achievements since being created in 2000 and is currently listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 list as being one of the best companies to work for.

Kelda Water Services (KWS) manages Kelda's non-regulated water and waste water contract operations. It is now the second biggest player in the UK market for outsourced clean and waste water services.

Kelda Water Services Retail offer quality, integrity and partnership but it is never just about the technologies behind our solutions in water. It is about the structure, delivery and even the financing of those solutions, and about giving our customers a level of convenience they never knew was possible.

KeyLand Developments Limited (KeyLand Developments) is responsible for managing, developing and disposing of the group's surplus property assets, either on its own or in partnership with outside organisations.

Kelda Group values equality, diversity and inclusion we believe that everyone should be treated with respect. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of gender, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, religion or belief and trade union membership.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

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