Job Description

EDUCATION ASSISTANT - REALITIES OF WAR (Casual)
SALARY:
Actual: Daily rate = 91.57 (Total 12.21 (NLW) x 7.5 x 4 x 12 = 4,395.60 PA) (FTE = 23,809.50)
About the Role:
The Royal Armouries is the United Kingdom's national museum of arms and armour and one of the most important collections of its type in the world, housed at its headquarters and flagship museum in Leeds, its historic home at the Tower of London, and the Victorian Fort Nelson in Hampshire.
This position is a fixed term contract, working part time. Typically, there are 4 days each month. Weekend, Bank Holiday and evening working may occasionally be required, as will some travel.
We're looking for keen, dynamic communicators to join our Education Team in Leeds and to deliver our ongoing Realities of War programme to Army recruits undergoing basic training. In this post you will deliver handling workshops, gallery tours and taught sessions that use our national, iconic and unique collection of arms and armour to explore the themes of continuity, change and core values. You will also develop your own skills and experience in a team that combines academic rigour with creative flair, and serious-mindedness with a sense of fun. The successful candidate will be a good communicator, will ideally have some experience of delivering programmes for learning audiences, and will be an enthusiastic learner too!
Benefits

• Access to the discounted bicycles via Bike2Work scheme

• Access to free EAP services via the (Employee Assistance Program)

• Staff parking discount at CitiParks Multistorey

• 25% off staff shop

• 20% off food in on-site cafe

• Pension scheme max employer contribution is 9%

• Access to free on-line learning

• Season ticket loan

A Police Check/ Enhanced Disclosure will be requested in the event of a successful application. Please refer to the job description for the level of check required. A criminal record would not necessarily be a bar to employment.
Please note that all job offers are subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, DBS/Police checks and right to work documentation.
To apply visit:
Please note you will need to download an application form as directed and upload it via our recruitment system in the space provided. We cannot accept CVs in place of an application form.
Closing date: 24th October 2025
Interview dates: W/C 3rd November 2025
If you do not here from us 14 days after the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful.
Selection Criteria
E = Essential for applicants to meet relevant standard
D = Desirable for applicants to meet the relevant standard
CRITERIA
STANDARD
E/D
EVIDENCE
Qualifications
GCSE/CSE or equivalent in Math and English.
A recognized teaching qualification.
Customer service qualification.
E
D D
Application / Certificates
Application / Certificates Application / Certificates
Work Experience
Experience of delivering learning programmes to young adult audiences in a museum, gallery or heritage environment.
Experience of researching and developing resources for young adult audiences in a museum, gallery or heritage environment.
Practical experience of delivering customer service to a consistent & high standard.
D
D
D
Application / Interview
Application / Interview
Application / Interview
Skills and Knowledge
Excellent, dynamic and adaptable communication skills.
Passion for teaching in a museum, gallery or heritage context.
Sound knowledge of using PCs and Microsoft Office software packages.
Working knowledge of relevant legislation, eg Health & Safety, Safeguarding, etc.
Working knowledge of British military history.
Experience of handling firearms.
E E
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D
E
D
Application/Interview/Assessment Application/Interview
Application/Interview
Interview
Interview
Application/Interview
Aptitudes
Building and maintaining effective relationships.
Ability to work within agreed procedures and guidelines.
Ability to work successfully both in teams and individually.
Problem solving & lateral thinking skills.
Demonstrate RA values
E
E E E
E
Interview
Interview
Interview
Interview
Interview

Skills Required