The team are looking for someone to promote a love of creative writing for all; to develop the creative writing skills of children, young people and adults; to lead Creative Writing workshops for children, young people, families and adults in libraries and school settings; to increase staff awareness and teaching ability of creative writing in schools through the Schools Library Service offer.
You will have knowledge and understanding of creative writing and an understanding of excellence and diversity within the field of creative writing. You will also have an awareness of the importance of Libraries within communities and the role that reading and creative writing can play within Libraries.
In line with their new ways of working, this role is hybrid and will involve working from home as well as working across St Helens Libraries and St Helens schools as required. There is also an opportunity to work from our agile hubs in St Helens Town Centre.
The post is 14 hours per week.
This post is temporary until 31st March 2026 and its continuation is dependent upon securing further funding from Arts Council England.
Interested to Find Out More?
You can review their full job description details, and person specification information here.
You are also welcome to contact them for a chat before applying by emailing them at cathshea@sthelens.gov.uk
Please note they reserve the right to close the advert early should they receive a sufficient number of applications and encourage you to apply early, to avoid disappointment.
Equality & Diversity
St Helens Borough Council respects and values the individuality that every employee brings. They encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share their values, commitment to inclusion, and who will help on their journey to transform their organisation. Further information about Equality & Diversity at St Helens Borough Council can be found here https://www.sthelens.gov.uk/equality
St Helens Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer. Disability Confident Employers lead the way in helping to take action that changes attitudes, behaviours, and cultures for the better.
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All Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 Nolan Principles: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty, and Leadership.
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Closing date: 25 June