Learning Manager: Schools & Young People

Be part of the vision; be part of the RIBA.

Salary: £34,816 - £38,912 per annum depending on experience

Location: London (currently working remotely with return to London office in due course)

Hours: 35 hours per week, full time, 12-month fixed term contract

Do you have an interest in championing learning opportunities for pupils and young people?  

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Learning Manager to lead and develop our schools and young people programmes. The postholder will have the opportunity to shape a well-established and inspiring learning programme delivered in schools nationally, at our HQ in London and online, as well as lead the development of our Young People’s Programme.

This role is integral to the delivery of the RIBA’s broader cultural activities, and includes the management and development of a wide range of audience focused opportunities such as:

• National Schools Programme
  A high-achieving unique programme partnering architects and schools
• Youth Engagement
  Focusing on social mobility and reaching diverse audiences through work experiences and the establishment of a Young People’s Programme
• Learning Programmes of Exhibitions
  Creating exciting opportunities for students and young people associated with our highly regarded public programmes
• Architecture Ambassadors
  Cultivation, recruitment and training of our Architecture Ambassadors
• Digital programming
  Expanding our existing digital offer for schools 

All deliverables will be underpinned by strategic thinking and planning based on reliable data and research. The successful candidate will manage a small team which works closely with colleagues delivering our informal learning programmes for children/families, older adults and communities.

As our Learning Manager for schools and young people, you will bring experience of high-quality cultural programming, a sound understanding of working with schools, strong motivational skills and an aptitude for teamwork. You will also be passionate about inclusion and diversity. Your ability to transform ideas and targets into practical and meaningful outcomes will make you a stand-out candidate for the role. 

In return, we offer a great package, great working environment, great colleagues and the chance to really make a difference. 

The RIBA offers colleagues a range of colleague benefits including 26.5 days of annual leave + half-day for Christmas shopping, paid closure between Christmas & New Year, season ticket loan and generous pension scheme. For more details on our benefits click here

How to apply
If you would like to submit your application of interest for the position, please submit your CV and covering letter using the form below (for this position, “Work Examples” are not required so please submit your CV or covering letter again in this field). Additionally, please ensure that you complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which will be submitted separate from your application

Please read job description: Learning Manager (using the link below)
Closing date: 5 May 2021
Interview date: W/C 24 May 2021
(Please note that we may close an advert earlier than the date above if an exceptionally high volume of applications is received)

The RIBA is a progressive employer, committed to developing a diverse workforce.  We encourage applications from all sections of society and welcome requests for flexible working across our organisation.

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