Learning and Engagement Officer (Early Years) About Us The Royal Air Force Museum is as a national museum, a Government non departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity. We have two public sites in the Midlands and London and a stored collection at Stafford. Our purpose is to share the RAF story - past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections to engage, inform and inspire. Our vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story - the people who shape it and its place in our lives. Our museum commitments are the golden thread that run through everything that we do. These are: What We Are Looking For The Royal Air Force Museum is looking to recruit a Learning & Engagement Officer (Early Years). The postholder will deliver across the whole range of Learning & Engagement Department activities (all subject areas and audiences) while leading on Early Years provision. This is a maternity cover position for up to 12 months. The postholder will deliver daily programmed activities for schools (onsite, online and occasionally offsite), and there will be opportunities to work with families and other Museum audiences. In addition to delivering workshops for schools in a lively and imaginative way, the post holder will develop activities, resources, events and experiences which enable a wide range of learners to access and enjoy the Museum. There is a requirement to work occasional weekends, bank holidays and evenings as necessary. The post is based at the London site but work at all Museum sites (London, Cosford and Stafford) and at outreach venues may be required. Educated to first degree level or equivalent experience Deliver daily programmed activities encompassing both formal and informal learning How to Apply: Please click on the following link to apply for this role. You will be taken to our applicant tracking system: You can find more information about the application process, as well as the benefits of working for the museum at https://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies. The closing date for applications is: Friday 24 July 2026 at 12pm Interviews will take place on: Thursday 6 August 2026Job Summary
Job Description
Fixed Term (12 months maternity cover)
Full-time
London
ÂŁ33,616.83 per annum
Health and Wellbeing
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering formal or informal learning activities
Experience of working with children
Excellent verbal and written communication, and presentation skills
Experience of developing learning activities for Early Years audiences
Knowledge of current H&S regulation including Safeguarding
Knowledge of / interest in the history and current role of the RAF
Knowledge of the educational context in which museum learning takes place in the UK
Knowledge of developments in and the potential of digital and online learning
Excellent Microsoft Office software skills Job Responsibilities
Develop Learning and Engagement (L&E) activities and resources for both formal and
informal learners of all ages and abilities
Ensure administration and organisation of all L&E activities is developed and delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget
Lead on Museum-initiated or partner events as required
Support the development and delivery of a high standard of visitor experience
Be fully active in the research, development and delivery of all elements of Learning and Engagement activities on site, offsite and online. This will include public demonstrations and presentations, class facilitation and tours
Keep up to date with developments in the National Curriculum and with the Learning and Engagement provision in other museums Useful Links
How to Apply
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