Job titleCultural Eduation Projects and Partnerships Officer Job referenceBEDS2914 Date posted16/01/2026 Application closing date22/02/2026 LocationLuton SalaryGrade 6 - £32,080 ContractFixed term to 28th February 2027 Contractual hours BasisPart time Job category/typeProfessional services Attachments Blank Job information
The University of Bedfordshire is seeking a Cultural Education & Partnerships Officer to join its Culture & Community Engagement team within Research & Innovation Services. This 12-month, Arts Council England–funded role is a key part of Luton’s Place Partnerships programme.
The role
Reporting to the Stakeholder Engagement Manager, you will lead on the cultural education strand of the project. You will support commissions linked to the Luton Arts Fund, develop and deliver creative CPD for teachers, work with local schools and networks, and collaborate with cultural organisations across Luton. The role also includes partnership working, workshop and event delivery, light-touch project management, financial administration, and project reporting.
About you
You will have experience in cultural education, community engagement or place-based partnership work, and be confident working with multiple stakeholders. You’ll understand creative education commissioning, be comfortable delivering CPD, and bring a strong commitment to EDI, safeguarding and good governance. Experience of Arts Council England–funded programmes is desirable.
About the team
The Culture & Community Engagement team connects academic expertise with partners to deliver impactful cultural projects and support the University’s civic mission.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact (Emma Gill - Head of Cultural, Community and Civic Engagement) via email:, cc’ing in