Policy Research Analyst
Employer: NAHT
Location: You will be based remotely (at home) within the UK - with the ability to travel and work unsocial hours when required.
Salary: £36,172 rising to £38,076 per annum plus agile working allowance and an attractive benefits package
Closing date: 1st September 2026
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Job Summary
Are you looking for a new role that will help to shape the future of schools? Would you be interested in supporting school leaders when they need it most?
The aim of the role is to provide support to the Policy, Research, Press and Communications directorate in their work developing NAHT policy and influencing government.
What you will be doing:
Undertake research, create and analyse surveys, and collect and compile statistics.
Prepare and present reports, briefing papers and initial drafts of policy documents.
Assist with the production and delivery of presentations and campaign materials.
Monitor current and future policy activity by government and other external bodies.
Establish and maintain knowledge of relevant education practice and legislation.
Provide support for relevant National Executive Councils and Committees, including arranging meetings, preparing agendas and papers, taking minutes, providing administrative support and assisting with the follow-up of issues.
What we are looking for:
An enthusiastic individual educated to degree level or equivalent.
Strong research capabilities through their academic and professional experiences.
Excellent communication skills, including the capacity to write clearly and persuasively, speak articulately in professional settings, and deliver engaging presentations that effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
A demonstrated interest in education.
If you're ready to join our union and take on a varied, fast-paced Policy Research Analyst role, we want to hear from you. Apply today!
For full details of the role requirements see the candidate pack.
About us
NAHT represents more than 38,000 school leaders in early years, primary, secondary/post primary and special schools, making us the largest association for school leaders in the UK. Our members consist of all categories of school leaders. We provide representation, advice and training for school leaders in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We use our voice at the highest levels of government to influence policy for the benefit of leaders and learners everywhere.
NAHT is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to promoting an inclusive and supportive culture that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops our people through living our values of People First, Be Bold, Go Further and In it Together.
We have a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, harassment (including sexual) or victimisation of any kind.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 1st September 2026
First interview – 14th, 15th 16th September 2026 (via Microsoft Teams)
Second interview – 23rd & 24th September 2026(in person, in our London Bridge office)
Applications from agencies will not be accepted
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