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Purpose of the Role:
The purpose of the Content and Media Lead is to maximise the reach and impact of the British Council through English language teaching and learning content that is delivered via all digital and non-digital channels (i.e., audio/visual content in its many forms, including broadcast and print) with a specific focus on material for low-resource contexts.
You will work within the global English and School Education team in close collaboration with country teams to develop and implement the audio/visual media strategy as part of the wider Cultural Engagement and British Council strategy.
The role manages the processes for commissioning, procurement, development, production, quality assurance, compliance and licensing of high-quality content and supports delivery through ESE teams and partners such as national broadcasters, media agencies, Ministries of Education, and other stakeholder digital and non-digital platforms.
Accountabilities:
• Work with the ESE Senior Leadership Team to set and oversee the longer-term strategy and annual work plan for the British Council’s English language teaching digital and non-digital media agenda
• As an experienced professional in the field, lead the content development area of the ESE strategy • Ensure the development of new and updated audio/visual content is properly specified, designed and evaluated to deliver maximum contribution to the three globally-operating programmes (see above) and the wider British Council, Cultural Engagement and ESE objectives • Manage the delivery and licensing of audio/visual content (e.g. television, radio, print, Content Management System, Learning Management System, podcasts) to partners throughout the British Council global network. • Provide formal quality assurance for new and updated audio/visual content to ensure these are appropriate, high-quality, and aligned to the British Council’s strategic priorities. • Develop a full understanding of all the British Council’s wider suite of programmes, products and businesses to identify and communicate opportunities for audio/visual learning content to contribute towards financial performance and/or cultural relations impact
Qualifications & Experience:
Demonstrable experience in managing large-scale educational projects, including managing external suppliers Demonstrable experience of managing content production for learners and teachers of English for both digital and non-digital channels Demonstrable experience of how digital and non-digital technologies can be used most effectively in low-resource contexts Extensive knowledge of English teaching within school education systems and non-formal contexts, including issues and challenges in ELT
Important Information: Department: Cultural Engagement Contract type: Indefinite (Permanent) Contract Hours: Full-time - 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Pay band: 8 Salary: £38,820 - £46,000. (Plus an additional £3,300 per annum London Market Allowance if you are based in the London area only). For candidates with exceptional skills, knowledge and experience (specific to the role), the British Council may consider a moderate broadening of the advertised pay range.
Benefits for the UK include, but are not limited to: • 32 days annual leave, in addition to public holidays • 3 days volunteering leave • Career average defined benefit pension scheme
Location of the role: UK - London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Manchester or Belfast.
Please note that you will be required to work in the office for 3 days per week. Closing Date: Sunday, 2nd November 2025 at 23:59 UK time. Please note that candidates must have the pre-existing, legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Mobility/relocation/visa sponsoring support will not be provided. Interviews will be held around the middle/end of November 2025.
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work.
The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent.
We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.
Safeguarding Statement
The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults with whom we work. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in Article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989.
Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.
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