APPLY NOW: Resources Coordinator UK

APPLY NOW: Resources Coordinator UK

Founded on the vision that film enriches the life of every child and young person, the charity’s mission is clear: to inspire and support young people in realizing their creative, cultural and career aspirations through film and the moving image. Operating with a hybrid working model across various locations in the UK, the charity prioritizes flexibility and inclusivity, providing employees with opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive health plan.

The Resources Coordinator role serves as an integral part of the learning content creation team, tasked with devising, commissioning and delivering high-quality, film-focused learning opportunities. From producing engaging resources for educators and young learners to contributing to the planning and evaluation of educational materials, the role entails a diverse range of responsibilities.

Additionally, the Resources Coordinator collaborates with corporate partners to support new film releases and plays a key role in developing online courses aimed at educators.

Main Responsibilities

The Resources Coordinator is responsible for:

• Creating high-quality resources for educators and young people, including commercial materials for film industry clients.
• Project managing the resource production process from inception to publication or delivery.
• Collaborating with corporate partners to pitch educational resources in support of new film releases.
• Developing online courses for educators and evaluating existing resources and training materials to ensure they meet the needs of the charity’s audience.
• Providing training to staff and stakeholders and maintaining relationships with external organizations and individuals involved in resource production.
• Supporting the production of video content for resources or courses and assisting staff across the UK in resource production.

General Responsibilities

In addition to specific role-related duties, the Resources Coordinator is expected to:

• Uphold standards of quality in all interactions and activities.
• Contribute to long-term planning and evaluation of the charity’s work.
• Adhere to principles of equality of opportunity as outlined in the charity’s policies.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.

Person Specification

Minimum Requirements:

• Two years of teaching experience in the UK.
• Experience in creating resources incorporating moving image/film.
• Knowledge of educational landscapes across the UK.
• Strong communication and project management skills.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Desirable:

• Experience in creating resources supporting careers education.
• Experience in filmmaking with young people.
• Experience in training teachers or other professionals.
• Passion for and knowledge of film.

As the charity continues its mission to inspire and support young people through film, the Resources Coordinator role plays a vital part in ensuring the delivery of high-quality educational resources and opportunities. With a commitment to creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement, the successful candidate will contribute to the charity’s ongoing impact in communities across the UK.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by the closing date of 9:00 am, 20th May 2024, using the provided CHM Recruit form. All employees working with children and handling member data are required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, acquired at the organization’s expense.

FAQ

What is the primary focus of the UK’s leading charity for film in education and community engagement?

The charity is dedicated to enriching the lives of children and young people through film by providing educational resources, career guidance and filmmaking opportunities, along with promoting cinematic storytelling in classrooms across the nation.

How does the charity support young filmmakers?

The charity supports young filmmakers by offering career information and advice, facilitating access to industry opportunities and organizing the annual Film Festival and Film Awards, which serve as platforms to showcase and celebrate young filmmaking talent.

How does the charity make its core program accessible to UK state schools, colleges and youth settings?

The core program is made accessible through support from various sources, including the British Film Institute (BFI), National Lottery good cause funding, Cinema First, Northern Ireland Screen and other key funders, ensuring that it remains free for its target audience.

What is the vision and mission of the charity?

The vision of the charity is that film enriches the life of every child and young person, while its mission is to inspire and support young people in realizing their creative, cultural and career aspirations through film and the moving image.

What is the hybrid working policy adopted by the charity?

The charity operates under a hybrid working policy, with offices in London, Cardiff, Belfast, Edinburgh and Salford, offering flexibility to its staff and providing opportunities for remote work. Additionally, it offers a health plan to its employees.

What are the main responsibilities of the Resources Coordinator role within the charity?

The Resources Coordinator is responsible for producing high-quality educational resources for educators and young people, managing the resource production process, collaborating with corporate partners, developing online courses, evaluating resources and training materials, providing training to staff and stakeholders and supporting resource production across the UK.

What are the general responsibilities expected of all charity employees?

All charity employees are expected to commit to maintaining quality in their interactions and activities, contribute to long-term planning and evaluation, adhere to principles of equality of opportunity and undertake any other reasonable duties as required.

What are the minimum requirements for the Resources Coordinator role?

The minimum requirements include a minimum of two years’ teaching experience in the UK, experience in creating resources incorporating moving image/film, knowledge of educational landscapes across the UK, strong communication and project management skills, understanding of monitoring and evaluation processes and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

What are the desirable qualifications and experiences for the Resources Coordinator role?

Desirable qualifications and experiences include experience in creating resources supporting careers education, experience in filmmaking with young people, experience in training teachers or other professionals and a passion for and knowledge of film.

How can interested applicants apply for the Resources Coordinator role?

Interested applicants can apply by completing the application form available on the CHM Recruit platform before the closing date of 9:00 am, 20th May 2024. All employees working with children and handling member data are required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance, acquired at the organization’s expense.