THIS VACANCY IS FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY About the role The Bodleian Public Engagement Team develops exhibitions, events and learning programmes designed to engage diverse audiences with world-class research and exceptional library collections. As Education Officer, you will play a key role in this work by delivering high-quality learning experiences for schools and families and supporting the nationally delivered ‘Picture This’ project, which brings artworks and visual-literacy teaching into primary schools across four English regions. You will develop and deliver creative, curriculum-linked sessions for KS2 to KS5 learners using Bodleian collections, as well as tailored activities for families and community participants. You will work directly with researchers, artists and partners to produce high-impact events and resources, maintaining strong relationships with teachers and local schools. You will also design and deliver workshops as part of the ‘Picture This’ project, travelling to participating schools and contributing to evaluation and reporting for internal and external stakeholders. You will support the wider Public Engagement team by developing digital learning materials, participating in relevant GLAM committees and maintaining accurate project records. This is a part-time, fixed-term post working 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) from January 2026 until 31st July 2027, reducing to 15 hours per week (0.4 FTE) on an open-ended basis from 1st August 2027. Some offsite and remote working is supported on a flexible, non-regular pattern. Due to the nature of this post, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to regulated activity involving children. About You You will be an experienced learning practitioner with significant experience planning and delivering creative programmes for schools and families, ideally within a library, museum or cultural setting. You will have a strong understanding of object-based learning and be confident using paintings and prints to engage primary-school learners. You will have experience delivering outreach sessions, including in-school workshops for KS2. You will be highly organised, able to balance multiple ongoing projects and make short-term plans that support longer-term objectives. You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, bringing excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will have strong IT skills, including experience with design software, and a good understanding of evaluation methods, audience data and reporting. Experience of current UK education policy, museum or gallery qualifications, or knowledge of the higher-education sector would be advantageous. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days of annual leave • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans More information is available at Diversity Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies, such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental leave. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible. If you require the job description or any other materials in an alternative format, or if you would like to request any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk. How to apply You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. Both documents must be submitted to be considered. We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this recruitment panel will be Neil Stevenson, Public Engagement Manager, who can be contacted with enquiries relating to the role (neil.stevenson@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and application process should be directed to the Recruitment team within our Human Resources department (recruitment@glam.ox.ac.uk).