Learning and Programmes Officer

  • Full time
  • £28,000 – £30,000
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 21st April 2026


  • Advertised from 7th April 2026

Role

About us

The ICAS Foundation’s vision is an accountancy profession without unnecessary barriers to entry, where every talented young person, regardless of their background, has the opportunity and support to pursue a successful career.

We provide every student on our programme with individualised support, to help them make the most of their university education and get ready for further professional training and employment. We strive to be recognised as the leading charity increasing social mobility and widening access to the accounting profession – and we want our students to be just as aspirational.

What’s the job?

You’ll support the delivery of the ICAS Foundation’s programmes that help widen access to the profession and promote social mobility. Working closely with students, alumni, volunteers and partner organisations, you’ll help coordinate programmes, events and training that make a real difference, with a focus on expanding our learning and development opportunities. The role combines programme administration, stakeholder engagement, events support and volunteer coordination, with opportunities to contribute to fundraising and promotional activity.

Who do we need?

We’re looking for a motivated, organised and people focused individual who enjoys working with young people and volunteers. You’ll be confident managing multiple priorities, building positive relationships and working independently as part of a small, collaborative team.

Ideally, you will have experience in working with young people (particularly in educational environments, or with university or college students) and adept at supporting your customers/partners learn and develop new skills.

An understanding and dedication to inclusion, confidentiality and commitment and support for the advancement of social mobility is essential.

What you’ll bring

  • Experience working with young people (ideally university or post 16 learners)
  • Experience supporting / developing a range of learning, training or development programmes
  • Experience working with volunteers
  • Strong administration and IT skills, including Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to manage workload, meet deadlines and work independently
  • Experience with data input and managing accurate records (experience of using CRM systems (e.g. Salesforce) is desirable)
  • Understanding of data protection and confidentiality
  • Awareness of widening participation and social mobility in the UK is desirable

This is a regulated role and PVG membership is required (or a willingness to join prior to starting).

The ICAS Foundation is an independent charity with its own Board and governance, with paid roles employed on a joint contract between the ICAS Foundation and ICAS.

Application notes

Please include a covering letter with your CV outlining your relevant skills and experience, especially your work with young people in educational settings (e.g. schools, colleges, or universities).

Closing Date: 21 April 2026 – Noon

Interview: W/C 4 May 2026

Please click on link below to apply.

Learning and Programmes Officer job details - ICAS

ICAS places equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of all that we do. With our partner organisations, we are committed to building a diverse membership and workforce that is beneficial for all, and that enables our communities to learn, grow and advance together.

Please note we are not an institute that can provide sponsorship, therefore a valid right to work in the UK is required for this role.


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