Dublinia is seeking a passionate and creative Education and Schools Officer to join our Education team.
Reporting to the Head of Exhibitions and Education Programmes, this full-time role will play a pivotal part in expanding Dublinia's educational and outreach offerings to schools, families, and community groups.
About Dublinia Dublinia is a vibrant heritage attraction located in the heart of Viking and Medieval Dublin.
Our mission is to educate and engage visitors of all ages, fostering curiosity about Dublin's past through innovative and interactive experiences.
As an accredited autism-friendly museum through AsIAm, we pride ourselves on offering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
We aim to deliver memorable visitor experiences and outstanding customer service while contributing to our community in Dublin 8.
We are seeking a passionate and creative Education and Schools Officer to join our Education team.
Reporting to the Head of Exhibitions and Education Programmes, this full-time role will play a pivotal part in expanding Dublinia's educational and outreach offerings to schools, families, and community groups.
Key Responsibilities Program Development and Delivery Design and facilitate engaging workshops and events for schools, collaborating with the Marketing and Events team to promote these programmes.
Oversee the development and management of a new handling collection for schools, including teacher training and resource maintenance.
Manage general bookings for group visits (including domestic schools, language schools, and other visitor types) and educational workshops, ensuring smooth scheduling and coordination.
Keep up to date with developments in the Irish primary and post-primary curriculum and trends in museum learning.
Work collaboratively with other museum staff in the development of learning resources and public programmes.
Provide content for social media and marketing opportunities for the Education Department.
Perform any other duties which may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Education as appropriate to this positionResource Creation and Management Update and enhance pre- and post-visit activity sheets, ensuring relevance to Dublinia's Viking and Medieval exhibits and alignment with the Irish curriculum.
Design and enhance our current offering for our language school visitors.
Manage and update Dublinia's AsIAm resources, promoting accessibility and inclusion for neurodiverse visitors.
Create online and in-person learning materials to deepen audience engagement and understanding.
Outreach and Collaboration Build relationships with schools, community groups, and external partners to promote Dublinia's educational programs.
Develop and execute outreach initiatives to engage the Dublin 8 community and beyond.
Evaluation and Reporting Develop tools and metrics to assess the impact of educational programs, using feedback to inform continuous improvement.
Report on program outcomes, demonstrating alignment with Dublinia's mission and strategic goals.
Key Requirements Experience and Knowledge A third-level degree or a minimum of 2 years of professional experience in museum education, heritage education, public cultural programming, or a related field.
Experience managing bookings for group visits and educational programs, including scheduling and liaising with schools and community groups.
Proven expertise in object-based learning and designing educational resources for diverse audiences.
Knowledge of primary and post-primary curricula and the ability to develop appropriate learning resources, including object-based learningStrong project management, organisational, and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Skills and Attributes Excellent interpersonal and team-based communication skills.
Strong writing, editing, and presentation abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
Commitment to inclusivity, with experience designing accessible and culturally sensitive programs.
Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic working environment.
What We Offer Competitive salary based on experience.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A vibrant and dynamic work environment in the heart of Dublin City Centre.
The chance to make a meaningful impact on heritage education and community engagement.
To Apply If you're passionate about heritage education and want to inspire audiences with Dublin's Viking and Medieval history, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a cover letter to
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Salary range:
€33,000 - €35,000 per annum.
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