Job Details
Location: Salford, MAN, GBR, M50 2QH. Band: D. Contract Type: Attachment/Fixed‑term contract from 01/07/2026 until 26/02/2027. Salary: £40 200–£49 000.
Purpose of the Role
As a member of the Education Product Development team, you will support the future development of BBC Education digital platforms, working closely with colleagues in Product Group and across the nations, helping to evolve BBC Bitesize through increased interactivity, personalisation and progression.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead a team of Assistant Producers and Researchers across BBC Education products.
* Play a key role in evolving Bitesize, collaborating with Product Group to introduce increased interactivity, personalisation and user progression.
* Use audience insight, metrics and data to inform editorial and product decisions.
* Manage multiple projects to schedule and budget, ensuring delivery against priorities.
* Oversee editorial compliance and ensure high editorial standards across content.
Essential Criteria
* Stakeholder management: ability to manage relationships with internal teams, external suppliers and partners.
* Editorial leadership: strong editorial judgement with experience managing compliance processes and maintaining high‑quality standards in digital content.
* Project management: proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines and budgets effectively.
* Audience insight: experience using audience data, metrics and research to inform strategic and editorial decisions.
* Education knowledge: strong understanding of UK curricula and the needs of students, teachers and parents.
Desired but Not Required
* Digital production: experience creating digital learning content, including interactive features and educational resources.
* Technology awareness: knowledge of how search engines, AI and evolving technologies are changing audience behaviour and content discovery.
* People management: experience leading teams, developing colleagues and working collaboratively across departments.
* Growth focus: experience delivering audience growth and maximising reach in a competitive digital marketplace.
Employment Checks
Applicants will need to undergo a DBS check and may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges in line with the BBC’s Contracts of Employment policy. Failure to disclose may result in withdrawal of the offer.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (as above).
* Flexible 35‑hour working week.
* 25 days annual leave with the option to buy an extra 5 days.
* Pension scheme.
* Health and dental benefits.
* Discounted gym.
* Professional development and career progression opportunities.
Employment Equity
We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief.
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