The Museum of English Rural Life (The MERL) is expanding its exciting offer for schools and education groups. We are looking for inspiring people to join our team of Learning Facilitators to help us deliver sessions for young people of all ages, and their teachers.
* You will be as passionate as we are about developing people’s understanding of food, farming and the countryside, both today and in the past.
* You will be an excellent communicator who can inspire the next generation.
* You will be an enthusiastic team member working with us to deliver and strong and consistent service for our local schools and education groups.
This is a Zero Hour Contract role, initially until 30/04/2026
Closing date: 6 June 2024
Interviews will be held: 20 June 2024
Informal contact details
Alternative informal contact details
Contact role:
Learning and Engagement Manager
Contact role:
Associate Director Curatorial and Public Engagement
Contact name:
Phillippa Heath
Contact name:
Isabel Hughes
Contact phone:
0118 378 8660
Contact phone:
0118 378 8660
Contact email:
p.heath2@reading.ac.uk
Contact email:
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.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK 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.