Learning and Engagement Manager

Brooklands Museum; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklands Museum in Weybridge, Surrey, invites applications for a Learning & Engagement Manager. You will lead a dynamic team to deliver curriculum-linked learning experiences, grow schools and community engagement, and champion the Brooklands Innovation Academy as a flagship STEM programme.

This role suits a creative, collaborative leader who is passionate about inspiring the next generation. You will shape programmes, manage budgets and develop partnerships with schools and community groups

Qualifications

• Experience in museum, heritage or education-based learning.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Curriculum-linked programme development with a STEM focus.
• Highly organised, creative and solutions-focused.
• Committed to inclusive, accessible and high-quality learning experiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and evaluate all schools and formal learning programmes
• Shape and grow the Brooklands Innovation Academy
• Oversee community, family and holiday engagement activities
• Manage and support the Learning & Engagement team
• Oversee budgets, targets and programme development

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship-building

Curriculum design

STEM education

Organisation

Creativity

Problem solving

Inclusive learning

Job description

Job Title: Learning & Engagement Manager

Location: Brooklands Museum, Weybridge,Surrey

Salary: £40,000

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join Brooklands Museum at an exciting time of growth as our new Learning & Engagement Manager. You will lead a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, curriculum-linked learning experiences, grow our schools and community engagement, and champion the Brooklands Innovation Academy as a flagship STEM programme. This role is perfect for a creative, collaborative leader who is passionate about inspiring the next generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop and evaluate all schools and formal learning programmes
• Shape and grow the Brooklands Innovation Academy
• Oversee community, family and holiday engagement activities
• Manage and support the Learning & Engagement team
• Oversee budgets, targets and programme development

About You

• Experienced in museum, heritage or education-based learning
• Skilled leader with strong communication and relationship-building abilities
• Confident in curriculum-linked programme development, especially STEM
• Highly organised, creative and solutions-focused
• Committed to inclusive, accessible and high-quality learning experiences

Our Supporters & Vision

Brooklands Museum benefits from a passionate membership and a vibrant community of supporters who share our enthusiasm for innovation and heritage. We are forward-looking, using our legacy of engineering and entrepreneurship to inspire the next generation of enthusiasts, innovators, and changemakers. Through inclusive storytelling and dynamic programming, we connect past achievements with future possibilities, making Brooklands a place where history fuels inspiration.

Why Brooklands?

Brooklands Museum is more than a museum-it's a living site of innovation and achievement. From the world's first purpose-built motor racing circuit to pioneering aviation and engineering milestones, Brooklands is where history inspires the future.

As an independent charity, we are driven by a vision to use our legacy to inspire future creators and changemakers. We welcome over 180,000 visitors annually and offer a vibrant programme of exhibitions, events, and learning experiences. We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of our audiences and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

To find out more about Brooklands Museum and our work please visit our website.