As the living, growing home of our national story, The National Archives is already a special place to work. We’re an institution nearly 200 years old with a collection spanning 1,000 years of history. But it’s where we go next that makes things really interesting. In our strategic vision: Archives for Everyone, we set ourselves the challenge of becoming the 21st Century national archive - a different kind of cultural and heritage institution: Inclusive, Entrepreneurial, Disruptive. We won’t become this overnight. It will take time, focus, effort and daring. That’s where you come in. Because we can’t do this without you. Job Overview Salary: £36,515 per annum Contract type: Permanent Band: F / Senior Executive Officer Closing date: Sunday 29th September 2024 at midnight Would you like to work in an exciting and dynamic team, helping school children, families and young people to engage with our archival documents through workshops, live broadcasts and creative projects? The Education and Outreach Department at The National Archives are looking for an enthusiastic, innovative and talented educator to join our successful department. Managing a team of four Education Officers, you will work closely with the Deputy Head of Department and other team leaders (Digital Education and, Outreach) to meet our strategic objectives. You will lead on the delivery and development of the taught sessions programme for primary and secondary students (onsite, online and off-site) and the development of the Archives Live broadcast events for schools. You will work with original archival material to inform the content of the education programme; manage the development of our growing SEND provision for schools; and play a significant role in helping to steer and run our creative projects for young people. In addition to this, you will work collaboratively with colleagues across The National Archives to support the delivery of the Public Engagement strategy and the ambition to reach more people, in more ways, and more effectively. This is a full time post. However, requests for part-time working, flexible working and job share will be considered, taking into account at all times the operational needs of the Department. A combination of onsite and home working is available and applicants should be able to regularly travel to our Kew site for a minimum of 60% of their work time. How to apply: To submit your application please click the 'Apply' button on this page. You will be asked to provide details of your work experience and write a personal statement. In your personal statement please explain, using examples, how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification below. You may draw on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience gained from paid work, domestic responsibilities, education, leisure interests and voluntary activities. Please note selection for interview will largely be based on the information you provide in this section. Job Description Job Purpose The National Archives is the official archive for England, Wales and the United Kingdom. It holds documents from Domesday to modern government records that have been selected for permanent preservation. The Education Manager leads the Education team (4) and is part of the departmental leadership team working closely with the Deputy Head of Department and other team leaders (Digital Education and, Outreach) to meet the strategic objectives for the department. The Education Manager leads on the delivery and development of the taught sessions programme for primary and secondary students (onsite, online and off-site) and the development and delivery of the Archives Live broadcast events for schools. The Education Manager works to ensure the on-going development of content for the teaching programme, in-line with changes to the National Curriculum and relevant exam syllabi; the promotion and marketing of the Education Service in partnership with the Marketing and Online teams; supports the Family and Young People’s Programme delivery when required; and the development and delivery of projects that meet the requirements of the Education and Outreach strategic plan, in partnership with other teams within the department and across the organisation. Role and Responsibilities To be responsible for managing the development and delivery of The National Archives Education service including SEND provision; taught sessions programme; and the Archives Live broadcast events. To lead on the development of programming for the new Clore Learning Centre in partnership with the Digital Education team, Venues and external partners. To lead and manage the Education Team consisting of four Education Officers, and occasional freelancer support, coordinating their work in-line with the objectives of the Education and Outreach department strategy, and ensuring that targets are met. This will involve some teaching for the post-holder when required. To secure new and maintain existing relationships with external partners, to develop and deliver projects and services for education audiences. To work with the Family and Young People’s Officer when required, to support the delivery of Young People’s projects and family workshops. To manage a delegated portion of the Education and Outreach Department’s budget for delivering taught-sessions and special events for education audiences. Responsibility for delivering specific business plan targets and key performance indicators for the education service to ensure that resources are managed, and that objectives and targets are met. To keep up to date with professional issues and government policy in the field of education and to ensure that the Education Service contributes to and takes accounts of developments in these areas. Develop knowledge and expertise on the records held at TNA, to lead the team in developing the schools’ programme. Develop and maintain links with professional groups in the fields of archives, museums, and education. Working Conditions Normal office environment Display Screen Equipment user Person Specification Essential Experience of working in an Education Service in an archive, museum, gallery or other heritage institution. OR Recent History teaching experience with staff and resource management responsibilities. Recognised teaching qualification with demonstrable relevant teaching experience. Up to date knowledge of the National Curriculum and examination specifications for History at all Key Stages. Ability to work on own initiative and collaboratively within a team, with proven experience of managing and delivering a wide range of projects and events to time and on budget. Excellent ICT skills, with practical experience of a wide range of technology, and their application in educational work. Experience of commissioning and managing external contractors. Excellent negotiation, liaison and communication skills, both oral and written, with experience of delivering presentations to a professional audience. Desirable Experience of budget and staff management. Masters Degree level qualification in Education or experience of contributing to/ participating in a professional development programme. Knowledge to degree level or equivalent of British History. Knowledge and practical experience of archive materials and how they can be used in a teaching environment to create relevant and exciting learning materials. Experience of developing and delivering broadcast events. The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service D&I Strategy. Benefits Generous benefits package, including pension, sports and social club facilities, onsite gym, discounted rates at our on-site cafe and opportunities for training and development. Annual leave entitlement of 22 days per calendar year (rising to 25 after the first year, and incrementally to 30 days after six years) and 10½ days public and privilege holidays per annum. Any move to The National Archives from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/ ( opens in new window) Reasonable adjustments If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: Contact The National Archives via careersnationalarchives.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs Complete the ‘Reasonable Adjustments’ section of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. 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People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks (opens in new window) Nationality requirements This job is broadly open to the following groups: UK nationals nationals of the Republic of Ireland nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window) nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020 Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service Further information on nationality requirements (opens in new window) Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code (opens in new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. 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