Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Learning and Engagement Officer P2077 (Fixed term contract)
Salary: £34,483 up to £37,924 inclusive annual salary [pro rata for part-time role] + up to 19.7% employer pension contribution
Contract: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract
Post: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Location: Flexible working options
Annual Leave: 26.5 days, plus public bank holidays
Service Area: Community and Place Delivery - Arts, Tourism, Heritage and Culture
Closing date for applications: 26 March 2023
Interviews are scheduled for: Tuesday 18 April 2023
Please note the interview panel has been set for the above date and therefore we would appreciate all prospective candidate to bear that in mind upon applying and keep the date free. Interviews can be conducted in person or hybrid to ensure accessibility for all attendees; format can be discussed and confirmed upon invitation to interview.
St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, historic city centre and charming villages. St Albans Museums runs several sites including Verulamium Museum, the 15th century Clock Tower and the new St Albans Museum + Gallery, at the heart of the city centre.
St Albans Museums runs several museum and heritage sites including Verulamium Museum, the 15th century Clock Tower and the new St Albans Museum + Gallery, at the heart of the city centre. Recently, our museum service successfully secured funding from Arts Council England as part of the National Portfolio Organisation programme. This is one of the posts that is funded from this grant.
In this role you will be part of our Audience Development team leading on the development and delivery of formal and informal learning programmes across the museum service. You will work with colleagues to develop new partnerships, build our audiences and their understanding of our collections and the local area and ensure an excellent visitor experience.
Educated to degree level or equivalent with a learning qualification or relevant experience, you will have sound working knowledge of the National Curriculum and other formal learning frameworks. Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills together with previous experience of delivering and devising learning programmes and activities is essential for this post. You must also be an excellent communicator with supervisory skills together with the ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
St Albans Museums is open to all and as an organisation we are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We particularly welcome applications from candidates that are under-represented in the museums and heritage sector, including black and minority ethnic candidates, candidates from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and/or candidates with a disability.
In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:
- 26.5 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Local Government Pension Scheme with up to 19.7% employer pension contribution
- Flexible working options
- Staff Parking Permit
- Reimbursement of professional fees
- Comprehensive management development and training
- Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
- Leisure and travel discounts
This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
For an informal discussion, please contact Annabel Lucas, Audience Development Manager by email at Annabel.lucas@stalbans.gov.uk
For full details visit www.stalbans.gov.uk or email recruitment@stalbans.gov.uk or telephone (01727) 819251 stating your details and the post reference number.
St Albans Museums is open to all and as an organisation we are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We particularly welcome applications from candidates that are under-represented in the museums and heritage sector, including black and minority ethnic candidates, candidates from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and/or candidates with a disability.