Education & Visitor Assistant

Rest Less; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Bradford Cathedral is seeking an enthusiastic Education & Visitor Assistant to help deliver learning, heritage and culture experiences for schools, families and visitors in a historic city landmark.

You will support the planning and delivery of school visits, workshops and learning activities, welcome diverse visitors, assist with family events and public programmes, and help with resources, admin and evaluation of impact.

Qualifications

• Experience with children, young people or community groups.
• Organised, reliable and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Confident communication with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Good administrative and IT skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Interest in learning, heritage or community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and delivery of school visits, workshops and learning activities.
• Welcome and engage visitors, schools and community groups.
• Assist with family events and public programmes.
• Prepare resources and activity materials.
• Support administration, communications and record keeping.
• Gather feedback and evaluate impact of activities.
• Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive visitor experience.

Skills

Experience with children

Organised

Communication skills

Administrative and IT skills

Independent and teamwork

Interest in learning/heritage

Job description

Job title and organisation: Education & Visitor Assistant - Bradford Cathedral

Salary: £12,400 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: 16.5 (job share applications welcome)

Contract: Fixed Term for 2 years

Location: Bradford Cathedral

Closing Date and Time: Sunday 11th October 2026

Help bring learning, heritage and culture to life.

Bradford Cathedral is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Education & Visitor Assistant to help deliver inspiring learning and visitor experiences in one of Bradford's most significant historic and cultural landmarks.

Working with schools, families, community groups and visitors, you will support a growing programme of educational visits, activities and events that connect people with the Cathedral's rich heritage, stories and place at the heart of the city.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, particularly children and young people, and who wants to develop their experience in education, heritage, culture, visitor engagement or community learning.

The Role

You will work closely with the Director of Education and Visitors to:

• Support the planning and delivery of school visits, workshops and learning activities.
• Welcome and engage visitors, schools and community groups.
• Assist with family events and public programmes.
• Prepare resources and activity materials.
• Support administration, communications and record keeping.
• Gather feedback and help evaluate the impact of activities.
• Contribute to creating a welcoming, inclusive and engaging visitor experience.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children, young people, visitors or community groups.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage a range of tasks.
• Communicates confidently with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Has good administrative and IT skills.
• Enjoys working both independently and as part of a team.
• Has an interest in learning, heritage, culture or community engagement.

Experience in education, museums, heritage, youth work, visitor attractions, customer engagement or community projects would be advantageous, but we welcome applications from people with transferable skills and relevant experience.

Why Join Us?

Bradford Cathedral is an ambitious and welcoming organisation that plays a unique role in the spiritual, cultural and civic life of the city.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Make a positive difference to children's learning and visitor experiences.
• Gain experience across education, heritage and engagement programmes.
• Work in a unique and inspiring historic setting.
• Join a supportive team committed to developing people and communities.

Bradford Cathedral is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks.

Closing Date: Sunday 11 October 2026

Interviews: Thursday 15 October 2026