The Lowry: Director of Learning & Engagement

The Lowry is one of the UK’s leading multi art form organisations situated at the heart of MediaCityUK, one of the world’s most exciting cultural, digital and media hubs. We are looking for a Director of Learning and Engagement to champion and creatively lead a programme that connects local communities, children and young people to The Lowry and its artistic work. The post-holder will be The Lowry’s strategic lead on all aspects of Learning & Engagement including targeted community engagement; youth talent, work and skills development; formal education and widening participation through outreach.

As Director of Learning and Engagement you will be an ambassador for The Lowry at a local, regional and national level, ensuring that the strategy and programmes are always responsive to relevant policy and agenda, including supporting the Creative Case for Diversity, and that the work of the Learning & Engagement team connects across The Lowry’s broad portfolio of partnerships.

Excellent communication, networking and leadership skills along with a background in the arts and cultural and/or education sectors are essential. The successful candidate will have an awareness of the issues and challenges associated with engaging with young people and harder to reach groups and will have excellent strategic skills in both development and delivery. A proven commitment to the value and importance of Learning & Engagement within the Arts & Cultural sector is essential. Please note that this position will require evening and weekend work.

37.5 hours per week,
Salary: £45,000 per annum (subject to experience) plus staff benefits
Deadline: Monday 31 October 2016 at 10am.

To apply for this position please download an application form and recruitment pack from www.thelowry.com/jobs.

For more information visit http://www.thelowry.com/about-the-lowry/working-at-the-lowry/