Job Title: Education Officer, Behind the Headlines

Contract type: 12 month fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension until the end of the 24/25 academic year.

Salary: We strive for transparency in remuneration. The salary range for this role is GBP33,000 - GBP35,000 per annum.

Hybrid working: 3-4 days per week at Kings Place, London / 1-2 days per week working from home.

Join our team at the Guardian Foundation and be a part of a diverse and inclusive organisation whose purpose is to promote global press freedom and access to liberal journalism. Our vision is a world where people have access to reliable information, from a diverse range of sources, strengthening their ability to hold power to account.

We are looking for a talented and motivated Education Officer to join our Behind the Headlines team.

About the Role

Our Behind the Headlines programme empowers young people aged 11-25 to understand, critically analyse, engage with and participate in the media. We deliver innovative and authentic workshops, rooted in journalism and educational best practice.

The majority of this role will involve teaching and facilitating workshops to young people aged 11-18. This will be through full and half day workshops in our onsite Education Centre learning space alongside shorter virtual sessions. The successful candidate will be learning focused, adaptable, able to use their initiative and deliver engaging high quality educational experiences.

About You

You'll be passionate about inspiring young people to engage with the news and supporting them to develop critical media literacy skills. As a qualified teacher, you will need at least three years teaching experience in secondary education in a relevant subject combined with a wide knowledge of the curriculum and current education initiatives. You will have strong digital skills and be confident using and teaching with technology. Enthusiasm and creative thinking are essential and you should have a real desire for inclusion and widening participation in the media industry. Key Responsibilities

Teaching news and media literacy workshops to schools and other educational groups using IT onsite at the Education Centre and virtually. Planning, reviewing and evaluating workshops and activities to ensure high quality outcomes and maximum impact. Creating and developing news and media literacy resources for teachers and students. Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders e.g. schools, universities, community groups, teachers, educators, partners. Promoting and expanding the reach of the programme through the Guardian Foundation website, social media and other mediums. You can view the full job description here .

How to apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you're a great match for what we're looking for, and why this role appeals to you.

The closing date for applications is 5pm Monday 22nd January 2024.

All roles at The Guardian Foundation are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Rose on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. The Guardian Foundation is committed to safeguarding the children and adults at risk with whom it works. The successful candidate will be expected to adhere to our policy and code of conduct.

We value and respect all differences in all people (seen and unseen) at The Guardian Foundation. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. The Guardian Foundation actively encourages applications from candidates underrepresented within the media and not-for-profit sectors.

In particular, we actively and warmly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, and candidates with a disability as they are currently under-represented within The Guardian Foundation.

This role is predominantly based in our office in London and partially working from home. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements, including job shares.

Benefits at the Guardian

Although this role is within The Guardian Foundation registered charity, staff are entitled to all benefits made available to Guardian News & Media employees, detailed below.

Culture & Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace.

You will also have the opportunity to hear unique insight from our journalists in our morning conference, a live discussion on the news story of the day.

We offer great tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including free yoga and pilates. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.

Learning & Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.

Our Working Environment

We take pride in our surroundings and are pleased to offer versatile meeting rooms and colourful communal areas. We have a brilliant canteen that caters to breakfast, lunch and dinner, with views overlooking Regent's Canal.

Additional Benefits & Policies

We offer 30 days annual leave per annum, plus an additional 5 day holiday purchase scheme. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.

You are entitled to life cover, income protection, healthcare, sick pay and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.

We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.