£36,750
Closing Date 20 October 2025
Fixed Term, Full Time
About the Organisation
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is a world-leading cultural Festival, with democracy, creativity and ideas exchange at its heart. We celebrate the power of words and writing in all of their dynamic and imaginative forms, bringing diverse perspectives together, and empowering our audiences to deepen their understanding of our everchanging world.
Since 1983, we have welcomed hundreds of thousands of visitors to engage with the world's greatest and emerging writers, thinkers, artists, and performers. Each year, we programme innovative events that broaden the horizons and enrich the minds of our audiences, both in Edinburgh and online. These take the form of on-stage conversations, workshops, creative masterclasses, think tanks, and more, all informed by a culture of open dialogue, curiosity about the perspectives of others, and active embracing of new ideas and experiences.
About the Role
The Head of Children, Schools and Young Adults (Parental Leave Cover) is a vital member of the Programming Team. This is an exciting and dynamic role that curates and delivers a wide-ranging programme of events for schools, children and young people across the public programme. We're excited to hear from people who have big ideas and are passionate about bringing books to life for young people, and thrive on seeing those ideas through to delivery.
How to Apply
Deadline: 9am on Monday 20 October
Interviews: will be held in week commencing Monday 3 November
The Edinburgh International Book Festival is an equal opportunities employer and a Real Living Wage employer. Our work is framed by a commitment to Equity, Diversity, Care and Inclusion. The Book Festival is a working environment where everyone is treated fairly, and our differences are celebrated as strengths. We actively encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you have any specific access requirements, please let us know and we will do our best to meet your needs.