Widening Participation Project Officer

The Museum of English Rural Life is seeking a skilled project officer with the passion to use our collections to inspire young people and support and build their aspirations to attend university. 

You will have:

• An understanding of the potential of museums and collections to inspire young people
• Experience of collections-based teaching
• Knowledge of widening participation programmes
• A flair for engaging young people in learning

Applicants should please note that appointment to this role is subject to a successful DBS check as part of the recruitment process. This is part of the University’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Interviews will be held: 06 February 2025

Contact details for advert

Contact Name: Phillippa Heath
Contact Job Title: Head of Learning and Engagement
Contact Email address: p.heath2@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Isabel Hughes
Alternative Contact Job Title: Associate Director - Collections and Public Engagement
Alternative Contact Email address: i.m.hughes@reading.ac.uk

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

Candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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