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Head of Learning & Participation, ENO

  •  London
  •  Â£40k-50k
  •  Full time
  •  Closes July 29, 2026
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Description

Job Description

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum

Location: Greater Manchester or London, with regular travel between both locations

We're looking for an experienced Head of Learning & Participation to lead and shape ENO Engage's ambitious learning and participation programme across Greater Manchester and London. Working closely with the Director of ENO Engage and as a key member of the Engage Management Team, you'll drive the strategic development of programmes that open up access to opera, nurture creativity, develop skills and enrich lives through meaningful cultural experiences.

This is a pivotal leadership role with responsibility for a diverse portfolio spanning schools, young people, teacher development, artist development, family programmes and community participation. You'll lead the development of innovative, inclusive and high-quality programmes that create clear progression pathways for participants while ensuring artistic excellence, educational value and measurable impact. You'll also build and strengthen strategic partnerships, champion equity, diversity and inclusion and help secure the long-term sustainability and growth of ENO Engage's work.

If you're a passionate advocate for creative learning and cultural participation, with the vision to develop ambitious programmes and the leadership skills to inspire teams and partners, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Requirements

Leadership experience within learning, participation, education or community engagement

Experience leading complex programmes and multidisciplinary teams

Experience developing organisational strategy and translating this into successful programme delivery

Strong understanding of creative learning, participation and audience engagement practice

Experience managing significant budgets and financial planning

Experience developing strategic partnerships across education, cultural and community sectors

Experience securing funding or contributing to successful fundraising initiatives

Strong understanding of evaluation, impact measurement and evidence-based programme development

Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills

Ability to lead organisational change and inspire high-performing teams

Strong planning, organisational and decision-making skills

Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, safeguarding and accessibility

Enhanced DBS (if appointed)

How to Apply

Please apply via our careers site.

Application deadline: 5pm, Wednesday 29 July 2026

1st Interviews: Thursday 6 August 2026

2nd Interviews: w/c 10 August 2026

Reasonable adjustments: If you require any reasonable adjustments for the application or interview process, please contact [email protected]

Feedback: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide individual feedback to those candidates who reach the interview stage

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