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Interpretation and Learning Co-ordinator (Maternity Cover)

Do you have a passion for plants, people, and lifelong learning?

Salary: £33,951-£39,906

Working Pattern: Mon – Fri, with some weekend working

Fixed-term: for 12 months or the return of the Head of Learning, whichever is the earlier

We are looking for an enthusiastic educator and science communicator to join our Learning Team at the Botanic Garden, for a temporary maternity cover position.  This is an exciting opportunity to inspire curiosity, learning and enjoyment across two key areas:

  • Develop and deliver engaging and accessible interpretation across the Garden in collaboration with Curation and Horticulture teams to share the stories behind our collection in imaginative ways
  • Plan and oversee the day-to-day delivery of the Garden’s vibrant Adult Learning Programme, which offers more than 70 courses each year.  Working with in-house and external tutors to deliver a diverse range of subjects including horticulture, plant sciences, garden history, botanical art and creative crafts

Please see the CU Job Opportunities page for further information, including the Further Particulars (including full Person Specification) and how to apply online.

Closing date: Sunday 5 October 2025

Interviews anticipated on Tuesday 28 October 2025

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