Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST)

Arts Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK craft sector charity is seeking an Education and Partnerships Manager in London. The role involves managing existing partnerships and developing new initiatives to enhance engagement with under-represented communities. Key responsibilities include ensuring impactful educational programmes and networking with diverse groups. Candidates must demonstrate experience in managing partnerships and a strong commitment to increasing diversity within the craft sector. This position offers a pro-rata salary of £38k for four days a week.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing partnership programmes and community engagement.
• Ability to influence programme development and establish new initiatives.
• Strong communication skills to engage with diverse networks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain existing partnership programmes for impact.
• Influence development and expansion of programmes.
• Engage with under-represented communities and youth.

Job description

Job Summary

The Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST) are looking for an Education and Partnerships Manager to join their team in London.

Job Description

Summary

Permanent, 4 days per week at a salary of £38k pro-rata. Normal working hours are 9am to 5pm across 4 days per week (days to be agreed)

Primarily office-based at No.1 Buckingham Place, London SW1E 6HR (with room for some flexibility)

Deadline: 5pm, 7 January 2026

About QEST

QEST transforms the careers of talented and aspiring makers by funding their training and education, creating pathways to excellence and strengthening the future of the UK's craft sector. Since 1990, the Charity has granted £7.4 million to almost 900 craftspeople working across the UK in 130 craft disciplines. Through key partnership programmes, the Charity also inspires the next generation to explore craft and making careers.

Education, Young People and Diversity

Over the last three years, QEST has developed an exciting range of partnership programmes focused on creating equitable pathways into craft careers.

This partnership work is supported by our Youth Board and EDI Champions who act as critical friends and change makers, helping us to deliver impactful projects like our Craft Your Future webpage for 16-25-year-olds.

Main Purpose of the Role

The Education and Partnerships Manager will have responsibility for maintaining the partnership programmes and ensuring they deliver impact in key areas. They will have the opportunity to influence the development of the programmes; as well as establish new initiatives to expand our existing relationships and national presence, increasing the diversity of QEST's networks and widening engagement with young people and those from under‑represented communities.

Please view the job description for further information and details on how to apply.

• Job Title: Education and Partnerships Manager

Organisation: Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST)

Postcode: SW1E 6HR

How to Apply

Please include a CV and supporting statement, ensuring that you align your supporting statement with the job description and person specification. We have provided this information online so that it is as accessible as possible. However, if you need this information in a different format, please email [emailprotected] .

We particularly welcome applications from candidates who consider themselves under-represented in the arts, crafts or education sectors.

Please submit your CV and supporting statement by 5pm on 7 January 2026 to Deborah Pocock, QEST CEO.

First interviews, preferably in-person, will take place during week of 12 January 2026.

About Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust (QEST)

Investing in the Future of Craft.
QEST transforms the careers of talented and aspiring makers by funding their training and education, creating pathways to excellence and strengthening the future of the UK’s craft sector.
QEST was founded by the Royal Warrant Holders Association in 1990 to celebrate the 90th birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother. HM The King is the Charity’s Patron.