UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

Arts Council; Oxford; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading arts organization is seeking a Schools Engagement Programme Manager to develop and lead a transformative outreach programme for schools and educators. The ideal candidate should have significant experience managing arts and humanities engagement activities, working with young people. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to offer effective events and resources. A commitment to promoting the transformative power of arts education is essential. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave and childcare services.

Benefits

38 days' annual leave

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in learning and outreach programming.
• Proven track record in managing engagement projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the schools engagement programme.
• Collaborate with divisional leadership and faculty.
• Manage delivery of innovative events and resources.
• Ensure program sustainability through funding bids.

Skills

Arts engagement programming

Outreach programmes

Project management

Fundraising

Education

Experience as an arts educator

Knowledge of Key Stage 2 and 3 curricula

Job description

Job Summary

Location: Humanities Divisional Office, Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Contract type: 3-year fixed-term – Full Time Salary: £49,119 - £58,265

Job Description

About the role

Are you an enthusiastic, inspirational professional with experience of managing learning and engagement programmes for schools, children, young people and educators?

The Humanities Division is seeking an experienced programming and engagement manager to develop and lead the Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities' new schools engagement programme. This role is an excellent opportunity for an energetic, proactive and collaborative individual who is passionate about the many ways in which the arts and humanities can benefit the lives, education and future careers of young people and educators.

About you

As an experienced manager of arts engagement and/or outreach programmes, you will develop, coordinate and grow a sector-leading schools engagement programme grounded in humanities research. To do this, you will

• collaborate with divisional leadership, faculty outreach officers and academics to develop an exciting, thriving schools engagement programme
• undertake operational responsibility for the programme, ensuring the successful planning and delivery of a range of activities for young people and educators
• manage delivery of outstanding events and online resources to support both in-person and remote learning for learners of all ages
• ensure the sustainability of the schools engagement programme and its work, including by writing funding bids and fundraising for programme activities, as required

Job Requirements

This role is a transformative opportunity for candidates with prior experience as an arts and humanities educator or a learning and engagement manager with significant experience in learning and outreach or youth engagement programming in the cultural sector. Knowledge of Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3 curricula and familiarity with GCSE and A Level programmes will be an advantage once in post.

Applicants will be required to successfully pass a DBS check and pre-employment screening prior to appointment.

Job Responsibilities

What we offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer, including:

• 38 days' annual leave
• Family leave schemes and a comprehensive range of childcare services
• Cycle loan scheme and discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports club

Job Overview

• Job Title: Schools Engagement Programme Manager

The Schwarzman Centre, designed by leading British architects, Hopkins Architects, is a major new cultural campus in the heart of Oxford’s Radcliffe Observatory Quarter. The centre has been developed by the University of Oxford with the support of the largest single gift in modern times made to the University from philanthropist and businessman Stephen A. Schwarzman. Thanks to additional gifts, his total support towards the project now stands at £185 million.