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Early Careers Development Specialist Full time, 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location Flexible Selby/Ipswich preferred Closing date: 29 July Who we are: Were not just talking about making a difference, were making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. Youll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come. About the role: Youll help us shape the future for our Early Careers (EC) cohorts by managing a delivery portfolio of new entrant development programmes. This includes analysis, planning, training programme design and development, delivery, evaluation and provision of individual learning and pastoral support from welcome and induction to first post deployment. Reporting into the Early Careers manager youll be part of a small but mighty team, adding value across the business. Youll work closely with multiple stakeholders , to successfully deliver our development programmes across Drax. Youll play a key role in the learners journey by providing structured learning and development programmes, and regular impartial 1-2-1 development and pastoral support sessions for our learners over the duration of their development programmes. You will also be responsible for facilitating several stakeholder governance groups. This is a home-based role with regular travel to Selby, London and Ipswich, where our early careers learners are based, with occasional travel to Scotland so a driving licence and the ability to be flexible and travel is essential. Who were looking for: Previous Early Careers or learning and development experience is desirable but isnt essential for this role. However, what is essential is the ability to confidently liaise and manage a varied range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels and to have experience of project planning and co-ordination of learning programmes. Youll be a confident communicator and be experienced in delivering training and development sessions to graduates, interns, apprentices and work experience cohorts the business. If you have experience with skills and apprenticeship models and funding, that would be a bonus! Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role youll get: A discretionary bonus depending on company performance Private Healthcare SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time Personal accident cover Group personal pension plan where well pay up to 10% Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body Were committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we make it happen. At Drax, were committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here. Talk to us about flexible working! How to apply: Think this roles for you? Click the apply now button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If youd like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.comWe reserve the right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had sufficient applications.