Education Manager (Poetry Library)

Are you passionate about high-quality and inclusive poetry experiences for children, young people and educators?

At Manchester Metropolitan University, we believe in working together as one. We are proud to create amazing spaces where colleagues can do their best work and thrive. Join our diverse team that supports each other and is dedicated to excellence. 

In 2021, Manchester Met opened the North West's first public Manchester Poetry Library (MPL). Our department of Library & Cultural Services is seeking a Education Manager to join the Poetry Library team. In this position, you will work with poets, students, staff and a wide range of schools and partners to play a pivotal role in supporting poetry and literature events with Manchester Poetry Library that are open to all.

About the Role:

As the Education Manager you will be responsible for the organisation, facilitation and evaluation of Manchester Poetry Library's (MPL) year-round Learning programme, including strategic partnerships and projects with schools, colleges and community partners.

The role will:

• manage and coordinate projects and outreach activities inspired by our poetry collections, including our poetry with, for, and by, children and our multilingual poetry collection
• work closely with schools, teachers and education professionals to design and produce CPD resources, materials, and delivery of activities, ensuring efficient and effective high-quality programmes and activities
• focus on inclusive opportunities that engage non-traditional arts and heritage attenders, with reader and writer development opportunities that understand and overcome barriers to engagement

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual who:

• has experience of working in literature, libraries, heritage, museums, archive learning or outreach and collaborative working with school and communities, not for profit and public sector.
• is passionate about promoting inclusive poetry and literature events with children, young people and teachers and educators.
• has a commitment to working with people to enhance lives through co-curation, co-production, and collaborative support and partnerships.
• thrives in a fast-paced and inclusive environment.
• is an experienced project manager with excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.

Hybrid working is offered for this role, where you will be able to work a proportion of time on campus and a proportion remotely. We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations throughout the application process.

Why join our Library & Cultural Services?

You will join a passionate and empowered team and an innovative and evolving library service.

This is an exciting time to become part of our team, as we prepare for our Library Transformation Programme (LTP) and look ahead to a new landmark library building and reimagined service.

Join a community that values collaboration and mutual support. Be part of a team where you can thrive and make a difference.

To apply:

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter, outlining your suitability to the role.

Please note: Interviews are scheduled to take place on Tuesday 24 November 2026. We strongly recommend keeping this date available, as we may not be able to accommodate requests to reschedule interviews.

Due to high application volumes, only submissions with cover letters may be considered at shortlisting.

Further information:

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.      

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.      

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.      

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy.  

This vacancy is expected to attract a high volume of applications. Therefore, under the Disability Confident Scheme, only disabled people who apply under the scheme and best meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview.