Learning Programme Developer
Role description:
The Natural History Museum aims to be a world leader in the provision of enjoyable, inspiring and transformative learning experiences across our varied audiences. As a member of a team of Learning Programme Developers, this role will be focussed on developing engaging informal science learning programmes, particularly for school and family audiences. These developed programmes will be then transferred for delivery by the Learning Engagement team. As a member of the Content Development Team, the Learning Programme Developer will devise, develop and oversee learning programmes and activities that inspire our audiences with the wonder of the natural world.
The successful candidate will have experience of developing innovative and effective learning experiences for different audiences, particularly families and schools. Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills are needed to collaborate and work with colleagues across the Museum to create programmes that both meet the needs of our visitors and highlight current scientific work.
The Learning Programme Developer will contribute to training and CPD programmes for Learning Engagement teams and will play an active role in the monitoring and evaluation of learning programmes at the Museum. A working knowledge of the National Curriculum would be an advantage.
Salary: £26,823 per annum plus benefits
Contract: 12 Month Fixed-Term Appointment
Closing date: Thursday 2nd July 2015
Interviews will be held Friday 10th July 2015
Role competences:
BEFORE beginning your application - Please read the section below about the ‘Online Application Process’ carefully.
If you wish to be considered for this role you will need to address each of the following competences in the ‘other information’ section of your online application:
1. Degree in natural sciences or related subject or equivalent qualification or significant relevant experience
2. Qualification in teaching, museum studies or significant relevant experience
3. Proven experience of developing and delivering learning experiences in a museum, gallery, heritage site or a similar environment with demonstrable interest in natural sciences and the environment
4. Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering training programmes
5. Proven experience of developing engaging learning resources for a variety of different audiences
6. Good knowledge of learning theory, research and practice, preferably in a museum or other informal setting
7. Proven experience of working collaboratively across an organisation, and the ability to work effectively with a wide group of stakeholders
8. The ability to act as an advocate for Museum learning both internally and externally
9. Able to work effectively and independently using own initiative as well as part of a team
10. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage demanding workloads and prioritise multiple tasks
Online application process:
You are required to provide a response to ALL of the role competences listed above within the ‘Other Information’ section of the online application form (up to 140 words per competence). In order to demonstrate how you meet each competence fully, please provide specific examples from your achievements, knowledge, skills and/or experience.