Policy Lab Designer

Department for Education

Oct 4

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Design
Manchester, +2

Requirements

Essential Criteria:
Strong visual design, making and/or digital skills grounded in degree level design training
Ability to deliver varied project delivery tasks from logistics and admin to delivering workshops and creating designed outputs
Experience designing and facilitating workshops and participatory events
Experience deploying design skills on projects with real-world impact
A strong interest/experience in pushing the boundaries of design practice and experimentation
An interest in government innovation and policy
Desirable criteria
Experience working in fast paced multi-disciplinary environments
Experience upskilling non-designers in design
Experience in government innovation and policy

Responsibilities

Supporting policy innovation projects commissioned by teams across the civil service and beyond with your practical design skills;
Supporting project teams to design and facilitate workshops and participatory events, using your design expertise to create compelling materials and exercises for a wide range of audiences;
Supporting the creation and testing of prototypes in policy delivery environments, making visual, physical, digital and speculative mock-ups of policy ideas;
Working collaboratively with external experts (e.g. digital experts, researchers and game designers) and managing their input into projects;
Driving forward the aesthetic and experience of Policy Lab’s outputs, including creating accessible and compelling visual, physical and digital products;
Using practical and visual design skills to improve the Policy Lab's suite of tools, techniques and communications materials;
Helping to bring ‘next practice’ in design into Policy Lab;
Supporting projects with a wide range of administrative tasks and project logistics such as workshop coordination and research interview scheduling;
Supporting a collaborative studio environment within the Policy Lab by undertaking administrative and organisational activities across the team that enable this.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Policy Lab Designer.

What is the salary for the Policy Lab Designer position?

The salary for the position is £33,834, with £37,718 for London weighting.

What are the working patterns available for this role?

The working patterns available include flexible working, full-time, job share, and part-time.

Where are the locations for this job?

The locations for this job are Manchester, Sheffield, and the City of Westminster in London.

What type of experience is required for this role?

Applicants should have a strong background in a design discipline with relevant professional and degree-level experience.

Are there benefits provided for this position?

Yes, benefits include a Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%, 25 days annual leave, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities.

What is the application process for this job?

The application process involves submitting a CV, a 500-word statement of suitability, and a two-page spread portfolio of work. Successful candidates will then proceed to an interview.

Is there a specific interest in any sector for this role?

Yes, there is a strong interest in government innovation and policy.

Will experience in government innovation be considered favorably?

Yes, experience in government innovation and policy is listed as a desirable criterion for the role.

What type of projects will the successful candidate support?

The candidate will support policy innovation projects, design and facilitate workshops, and create testing prototypes in policy delivery environments.

Can I apply for this role if I have a disability?

Yes, reasonable adjustments can be made during the application process to accommodate candidates with disabilities.

Is there a criminal record check required for this role?

Yes, successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check as part of the hiring process.

Department for Education

Covering education, children’s services, higher education, further education, apprenticeships and skills in England.

Government

Industry

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Employees

Mission & Purpose

Help us achieve world-class education, training and care for everyone, whatever their background. Whether you're just starting out, or an experienced professional, we have what you are looking for. Jobs include administration, policy advisers, digital, finance, commercial specialists and many more. You'll help shape the future of education, training and social care, by working with industry and education leaders to develop policies and services. We have offices across England, including in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, Leeds, Gatehead, Cambridge, London, Darlington, Nottingham and Coventry. We offer part-time, term-time and flexible working patterns, including working from home. You'll be able to shape your own learning and development with plenty of options available, and get involved with work across government, as well as in your local community. You can use your paid volunteer days to take on projects that matter to you.