Head of Education

Head of Education

Job Title:                       Head of Education          
Contract:                      Full time, permanent     
Salary:                          Starting salary £47,000 
Reports to:                   Director of External Affairs 
Responsible for:          Education Officer 
Place of Work:             BSH Headquarters, 100 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PF. (Hybrid working)

Founded in 1960, The British Society for Haematology is a registered charity and professional membership body.  The object of the Society is to advance the practice and study of haematology and to facilitate contact between persons interested in haematology.  The Society has some 3000 members consisting of doctors, scientists and nurses specialising in the field of haematology.  The Society has the British Journal of Haematology as its official journal and offers a range of grants and scholarships for research. 

The Role 

The Head of Education will lead on the Society’s learning and training programme, ensuring that the activities developed by our volunteers cover the needs of current and future members and are created in the most engaging way possible. From overseeing our large annual conference, to smaller day training events, webinars and online resources, the post holder will also work collaboratively with stakeholders and industry to maximise our educational reach. 

You will have responsibility for a small team and for the efficient running of the Education Committee and the Annual Scientific Meeting Programme Committee and will contribute effectively to decision making within the Society, including close working with the Director of External Affairs and the CEO.  

The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, with a solid understanding of the professional education sector and experience of successfully developing and launching new education activities, especially online. You will be a proactive collaborator with the ability to manage teams, projects, budgets and strategic plans.  

To Apply

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role according to the job description and person specification.  

Closing Date:  12pm on 2nd December 2024 

Interview dates: 12th-13th December, in person at our offices (100 White Lion Street)

No agencies please.   

The British Society for Haematology is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce. 

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