Guardian Foundation - casual news and media literacy workshop facilitators

The Guardian; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Guardian Foundation seeks casual facilitators for news and media literacy workshops aimed at young people in London and Greater Manchester. The role involves delivering workshops, supporting students in skills development, and fostering an informed generation while adhering to safeguarding and equality policies. Ideal for educators passionate about media literacy, this position offers flexible engagement across academic terms.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching or facilitating workshops to young pupils.
• Knowledge of the UK education system.
• Passion for empowering young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver workshop sessions in schools across London and Greater Manchester.
• Facilitate teacher training sessions.
• Support program evaluation.

Skills

Teaching experience

Workshop facilitation

Media literacy

Digital tools

Community engagement

Job description

Guardian Foundation - casual news and media literacy workshop facilitators

The Guardian Foundation is a charitable body whose purpose is to promote global press freedom and access to liberal journalism. Our vision is a world where people have access to reliable information from a diverse range of sources, strengthening their ability to hold power to account.

Through our news and media literacy programmes, we empower children and young people with the critical skills they need to navigate and engage with news in an informed way.

This role will be part of our project in schools and colleges across selected boroughs in London and Greater Manchester, supporting young people aged 7-18 in developing media literacy skills, creating their own news reports, and sharing them with a wider audience. The project will be running from September 2o25 until February 2027 (academic term times only).

The Guardian Foundation is committed to safeguarding the children and adults at risk with whom it works. The successful candidate will be expected to adhere to our policy and code of conduct.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Daily rate: £305 per day/£152.50 per half day

Locations: London (covering Islington, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Newham and Barking & Dagenham) & Greater Manchester (including Manchester, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford)

Hours: We are looking to recruit casual workers based in London and Manchester who can provide workshop facilitation over the following periods. This includes two paid training days:

London (Primary School Delivery):

Between September 2025 and March 2026, approx. 25 half-day sessions

Between September 2026 and February 2027, approx. 10 half-day sessions

Greater Manchester (Primary School Delivery):

Between September 2025 and March 2026, approx. 10 half-day sessions

Between September 2026 and February 2027, approx. 6 half-day sessions

Greater Manchester (Secondary and FE delivery):

Between September 2025 and June 2026, approx. 8 full day sessions

Between September 2026 and February 2027, approx. 8 full day sessions

There is a strong likelihood of additional shifts in both regions. Please note that this is a guide to the likely number of shifts. As this is casual employment,

we cannot guarantee shifts.

About You

This opportunity is ideal for part-time teachers, educators, or freelance facilitators looking to broaden their experience.

• Demonstrated experience teaching or facilitating workshops and confidence delivering sessions to Primary pupils (London) and/or secondary pupils (Greater Manchester)
• Knowledge of the UK education system and relevant curriculum
• Passion for media literacy and empowering young people
• Understanding of the needs of schools and communities in your area
• Confident using digital tools in a classroom setting
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and diversity
• Willingness to travel within your region:
  • London: Islington, Hackney, Tower Hamlets, Newham and Barking & Dagenham;
  • Greater Manchester, including Manchester, Rochdale, Oldham, Salford (a full driving licence would be desirable)

About the role:

This is a crucial role delivering the Guardian Foundation's news and media literacy programme as directed to the highest standards. You will lead classroom sessions in schools across your region. Travel within the area is required. Ideal candidates will be community-focused, with an understanding of local challenges. Full training will be provided before you begin delivering sessions. You will be passionate about inspiring young people about news and supporting them to develop critical media literacy skills. Also included in the role:

• Facilitating teacher training sessions
• Support programme evaluation through surveys, feedback, and reflective input
• Assist with internal and external reporting by providing project updates
• Maintain accurate records and communicate regularly with the project team
• Represent The Guardian Foundation professionally, aligning with its values and mission

How to Apply

Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining which region you are applying for (London, primary; Manchester, primary/secondary/both), why you're a great match for what we're looking for, and why this role appeals to you.

We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.

We value and respect all differences in all people (seen and unseen) at The Guardian Foundation. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. The Guardian Foundation actively encourages applications from candidates underrepresented within the media and not-for-profit sectors. In particular, we actively and warmly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, and candidates with a disability as they are currently under-represented within The Guardian Foundation, alongside those with lived experienced and nuanced understanding of the communities we are seeking to reach.

Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on [e-mail] to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application