Location: UK Remote (option to work in Sheffield office)
Salary: Starting at £25,000 per annum
Contract: 12 months with view to extend
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Line Manager: Damian Malecki
Recruiter: Hope Parkin
Role Overview:
As a Team Leader within the Rhino Readers Product, you will manage a group of team members, plan and organise team sprints, and help them achieve their goals in collaboration with other Team Leaders. You will oversee project scoping, deadline management, and foster a positive, solutions-oriented work environment. You’ll coach and empower your team to maximise performance and stay up to date on business updates, processes, and best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Project & Team Management:
* Plan and execute sprints, prioritise tasks, and manage projects using tools like Jira and Tableau.
* Oversee daily operations, sign off on projects, and manage team workload.
* Line management: Develop team members through 1-1s, performance tracking, and troubleshooting.
* Provide monthly performance reports and data on team activities.
Collaboration:
* Work closely with Product Owners and other Team Leaders to meet project deadlines.
* Manage cross-functional communication with designers, content writers, illustrators, and other team members.
Coaching & Development:
* Support team members’ growth through coaching, setting measurable goals, and encouraging continuous learning.
* Lead training sessions and onboarding for new starters, and promote a culture of problem-solving.
Team Wellbeing:
* Ensure the team feels supported, celebrating successes and maintaining a positive work environment.
* Facilitate open communication, providing feedback, and creating a safe space for challenges and discussions.
Administrative Duties:
* Oversee resource allocation and handle recruitment where needed.
* Organise and run video meetings including stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and roadmap meetings.
What You’ll Learn:
* How to use coaching to develop team strengths.
* Effective project management and leadership skills.
* Mastering tools like Jira for sprint management.
Requirements:
* Experience working in an educational setting in the UK (preferably within a leadership capacity)
* Proven track record in leading projects related to educational content and printed resources.
* Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and care.
* Demonstrated leadership skills, focused on providing solutions and empowering teams.
* Alignment with Twinkl’s core values and leadership approach.
How to apply:
Please submit an up-to-date CV along with a tailored cover letter describing how your experience in education, leadership and project management will support you to be successful in this role.
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