Mindera UK Foundation is seeking a Technology Education Lead to deliver programmes that engage and empower NEET youth (16–30) from underserved communities across the East Midlands.
You will coordinate and deliver Tech Camps, workshops, and events across two programme streams:
Engage – Direct Work with Young Adults
- Deliver hands-on, fully funded Tech Camps that equip NEET participants with skills, confidence, and pathways to careers or apprenticeships in tech.
- Work directly with young people in partnership with the public sector, charity, and community organisations.
Empower – Supporting Charities & Community Groups
- Help charities and community organisations work effectively with NEET youth through workshops, capacity-building, and pro-bono support.
- Enhance tech accessibility, education, and employability programmes for local communities.
You will be accountable for ensuring programme deliverables are met, creating meaningful engagement for participants and partners alike.
Our Target Communities
We actively engage NEET young adults (16–30) from diverse backgrounds, including:
- Women & Girls: Encouraging participation through role models and mentorship.
- LGBTQI+ Youth: Promoting inclusion and visibility in tech.
- Economically Disadvantaged Youth: Creating access to technology and learning opportunities.
- Ethnically Diverse Communities: Breaking down barriers and increasing representation.
Young Adults with Disabilities: Ensuring accessible and inclusive experiences.
Location: Hybrid / Leicester (with travel across East Midlands as required)
Duration: This is a full-time position (40 hours per week), with the potential for a permanent appointment depending on the candidate’s experience and fit. Alternatively, we’re open to offering a 6- or 12-month contract where that arrangement is more suitable.
Salary: Negotiable, based on experience
Requirements
- Programme Delivery: Plan, deliver, and evaluate Tech Camps, workshops, and events that meet objectives and demonstrate measurable impact.
- Volunteer Coordination: Recruit, onboard, and support volunteers from Mindera and external partners to enhance participant learning.
- Participant & Partner Engagement: Build strong relationships with organisations (DWP, NHS, Prince’s Trust, local charities) and foster safe, inclusive learning environments.
- Logistics & Operations: Coordinate venues, materials, and schedules for all events.
- Administration & Reporting: Manage registrations, data collection, media content, and feedback to track programme impact.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Champion inclusive practices, encourage participation from underrepresented groups, and ensure all participants feel valued and supported.
- Ad-hoc Project Support: Contribute to wider Foundation activities as required.
Technical Knowledge & Skills
- Strong foundation in technology (e.g., software development, cybersecurity, cloud, data, AI).
- Able to translate technical concepts into accessible learning for diverse participants.
- Comfortable facilitating workshops, mentoring, and inspiring curiosity.
Experience & Competencies
- Experience engaging young people or disadvantaged groups, ideally in education, training, or mentoring.
- Organised and capable of planning programmes, workshops, and events.
- Experience with programme evaluation, data collection, and reporting.
- Background in roles such as Trainer, Facilitator, Education/Training Lead, or Programme Coordinator is desirable.
- Volunteer coordination or stakeholder engagement experience is an advantage.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about improving opportunities for NEET youth and promoting diversity in tech.
- Confident and engaging with participants and partners from diverse backgrounds.
- Approachable, adaptable, and resilient in dynamic environments.
Other Requirements
- DBS check required or agreed upon if successful.
- A UK Driving Licence is desirable but not essential.
- First Aid certification (paediatric or mental health) is a plus — training can be provided.
If you don’t have all the experience listed, please still apply — we value transferable skills and a willingness to learn.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- A dynamic, innovative, and supportive work environment, where your ideas and contributions are valued
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays. After 2 years you are entitled to 1 additional day/ year up to 30 days
- Private Medical Healthcare with Aviva
- Enhanced pension scheme (up to 8% matched)
- Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental and Adoption leave and pay
- Retail Discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual company team-building trip and Christmas party
- At our office in Leicester we have a wide range of snacks and drinks to keep you fed and healthy
Inclusion Statement
We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented and underprivileged communities, including economically disadvantaged, ethnically diverse, LGBT+, disabled candidates, as well as women and youth. If you meet most, but not all, of the requirements, we still want to hear from you. We value potential, lived experience, and passion as much as specific skills.
Join Us
Help Mindera UK Foundation improve opportunities for NEET youth from diverse, underrepresented, and vulnerable backgrounds. Together, we can build a more inclusive and equitable tech industry.
