Editorial Assistant, Children’s Education

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Full time

Editorial Assistant, Education

The opportunity

Bloomsbury Education is looking for an enthusiastic, well-organised Editorial Assistant to join a small dynamic team publishing exciting books for teachers, parents and children. The list includes teaching resources, professional development titles, fiction, poetry and home learning. Reporting to the Editorial Director and working closely with the editorial team this role offers the opportunity to develop editorial skills as well as providing key administrative support for the department.


The role

Supporting the editors, senior editors and commissioning editors administratively Arranging, preparing agendas for and minuting key departmental meetings Maintaining the publishing schedule – making changes as agreed in meetings and at the request of the commissioning team Ensuring title records are up to date in our Biblio title management system Organising and assisting editors with the creation of advance information sheets, catalogue copy and book fair materials Assisting with proofreading, photo research and editing of projects as required by the editorial and commissioning team  Liaising with sales, production, design, marketing and editors to ensure that sales materials are produced on time Reading submissions on behalf of the commissioning editors and assisting them in responding Sending out book proposals for review, chasing and tracking feedback Responding to general book-related queries Representing the education list at sales conferences and events as required

Skills, knowledge, experience

Organised and confident with good communication skills Excellent knowledge of the English language, high standards of accuracy and a keen eye for detail Strong organisational skills and a rigorous, self-motivated meeting deadlines and managing schedules Able to prioritise and manage time effectively Some office experience preferred Demonstrable interest in education publishing essential and experience an advantage

Additional information

The role is a full-time, permanent position

Salary Pay Point: £27,000 per annum

The role is based at our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP on a hybrid working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred). Allocated office days for this role are: Monday and Tuesday

As an Assistant role, this position is eligible for Bloomsbury’s Rental Deposit Loan Scheme. To assist candidates who want to start and to establish a career in publishing, Bloomsbury offers an interest-free rental deposit to support securing somewhere to live. The rental deposit loan can be up to £3,000 and will be paid back over 2 years.

As part of your covering letter please include a short paragraph describing an education book published in the last 5 years that you have been impressed by and why. 

For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal.

Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications

Bloomsbury Benefits

As well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:

Working Pattern

Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)

Holidays

25 days holiday 3.5 days Christmas company holiday

 Other Benefits

Two paid Personal Wellness Days Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks. Season Ticket Loan Share Save Scheme AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance) Peppy Health App In-house Doctor Eye Care Voucher Scheme

Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom (BAME), Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and 21 Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources

For additional benefits see below

Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if required

  • Editorial Assistant, Children's Education

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Bloomsbury Publishing plc Full time

    Bloomsbury Education is looking for an enthusiastic, well-organised Editorial Assistant to join a small dynamic team publishing exciting books for teachers, parents and children. The list includes teaching resources, professional development titles, fiction, poetry and home learning. Reporting to the Editorial Director and working closely with the editorial...

  • Publishing Editorial Assistant for Children's Resources

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bloomsbury Publishing plc Full time

    Company OverviewBloomsbury Publishing plc is dedicated to producing high-quality educational materials aimed at teachers, parents, and children. Our portfolio encompasses a diverse range of publications, including teaching aids, professional development resources, and engaging literary works.Position SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented...

  • Publishing Editorial Assistant for Children's Literature

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bloomsbury Publishing plc Full time

    Company OverviewBloomsbury Publishing plc is dedicated to producing engaging and innovative educational materials for teachers, parents, and children. Our portfolio encompasses a variety of genres, including teaching resources, professional development, fiction, poetry, and home learning.Position SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented...

  • Publishing Editorial Assistant, Children's Literature

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Full time

    Editorial Assistant, Children's Education Overview Bloomsbury Publishing Plc is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Editorial Assistant to support a vibrant team dedicated to producing engaging literature for educators, parents, and young readers. Our portfolio encompasses educational resources, professional development guides, fiction, poetry,...

  • Editorial assistant, Colour, Children's

    1 month ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom HarperCollins Publishers UK Full time

    Closing date: 12th August 2024Salary: £27,600 Become a key editorial team member providing editorial and administrative support to the colour publishing team. The position offers a rare opportunity for an accurate, organised, efficient and creative team player to step into an entry-level editorial role in children's publishing with a dynamic team producing...

  • Publishing Editorial Assistant for Children's Resources

    3 weeks ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Bloomsbury Publishing plc Full time

    Company OverviewBloomsbury Publishing plc is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Editorial Assistant to support our vibrant team dedicated to producing innovative educational materials for teachers, parents, and children. Our portfolio encompasses a variety of genres, including instructional resources, professional development, fiction, poetry, and home...

  • Editorial Assistant

    3 months ago

    London, United Kingdom RELX Full time

    Editorial Assistant Are you interested in science, medicine, editorial work, journalism and public health? Would you like to join The Lancet’s journal’s editorial team? About our Team The Lancet is part of our family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing leading science for better lives. We are a collaborative team handling a...

  • Editorial Assistant

    3 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Elsevier Full time

    Editorial Assistant Are you interested in science, medicine, editorial work, journalism and public health? Would you like to join The Lancet’s journal’s editorial team? About our Team The Lancet is part of our family of world-renowned medical journals committed to publishing leading science for better lives. We are a collaborative team handling a...

  • Editorial Assistant

    1 week ago

    London, United Kingdom Castle Media Full time

    Build It magazine is looking for an editorial assistant with strong writing skills, an eye for design and enthusiasm for the homes market. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to become part of a focused, innovative and can-do team that’s passionate about delivering high-quality content for its readers. Build It is a dynamic, dedicated brand...

  • Editorial Assistant

    3 months ago

    London, United Kingdom ISUOG Full time

    Job Advert **Role overview** We have an exciting opportunity for a well-organised graduate to join the editorial team of our journal Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology (UOG) as Editorial Assistant, to support our Managing Editor and her staff in our west London-based editorial office. UOG is the official journal of the International Society of...

  • Editorial Assistant

    17 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom International Institute for Strategic Studies Full time

    Job SummaryThe International Institute for Strategic Studies is seeking a highly skilled Editorial Assistant to join its Editorial Services team. As an Editorial Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of IISS publications.Key ResponsibilitiesContent Review and Editing: Fact-check, copy-edit, and proofread IISS...

  • Editorial Assistant

    14 hours ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom International Institute for Strategic Studies Full time

    Job SummaryThe International Institute for Strategic Studies is seeking a highly skilled Editorial Assistant to join its Editorial Services team. As an Editorial Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and quality of IISS publications.Key ResponsibilitiesContent Review and Editing: Fact-check, copy-edit, and proofread IISS...

  • Editorial Assistant

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom Little Tiger Full time

    Salary competitive (SW London) – Hybrid working (3 days a week in our Fulham office) Little Tiger Press has an opening for an entry-level editorial position. This is an ideal opportunity for an aspiring editor to join the Caterpillar Books imprint’s creative team in a varied role, working across picture books, novelty board and non-fiction. You will be...

  • Editorial Assistant

    11 hours ago

    London, United Kingdom Castle Media Full time

    Build It magazine is looking for an editorial assistant with strong writing skills, an eye for design and enthusiasm for the homes market. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to become part of a focused, innovative and can-do team that’s passionate about delivering high-quality content for its readers. Build It is a dynamic, dedicated brand...

  • Editorial Director

    4 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Penguin Random House Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Editorial Director to join our team at Penguin Random House Group. As a key member of our children's book publishing team, you will be responsible for acquiring and editing picture books, novelty series, and non-fiction titles for children aged 0-7 years old.Key Responsibilities:Work closely with...

  • Editorial Assistant

    5 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mark Allen Group Ltd Full time

    Editorial Role at Mark Allen Group LtdWe are seeking a skilled Digital Content Editor to join our team at Mark Allen Group Ltd, a leading media organization in the music education sector. As a key member of our editorial team, you will be responsible for creating engaging content for our music magazine, Music Teacher.About the RoleAssist in the development...

  • Editorial Director

    4 days ago

    London, Greater London, United Kingdom Penguin Random House Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Editorial Director to join our team at Penguin Random House. As a key member of our children's book publishing department, you will be responsible for acquiring and editing picture books, novelty series, and non-fiction titles for children aged 0-7 years old.Key ResponsibilitiesWork closely with...

  • Senior Editorial Assistant/editorial Assistant

    3 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Lucid Group Full time

    Overview: **Location** **ABOUT LUCID GROUP** **_ Transformation starts here._** In healthcare, innovation doesn’t only change lives—it saves them. We don’t take that lightly. That’s why we approach each challenge with curiosity—asking the right questions, gaining understanding, then bringing together the right team of diverse minds across...

  • Editorial Assistant

    3 months ago

    London, United Kingdom Elsevier Full time

    Editorial Assistant Would you like to work at The Lancet? Would you enjoy delivering effective administration services that make a difference to our success? About our Team Over the years, The Lancet has evolved as a family of medical journals. We seek to address urgent topics in our society, initiate debate, put medical science into context and...

  • Editorial Assistant

    3 months ago

    London, United Kingdom AMP Full time

    We are an independent publishing house that enjoys working with a universal author base, opening us to a wide variety of genres, cultures, faiths and different ideologies and perspectives. Our mission is to “bring the world closer, one book at a time” and make the world of publishing more accessible to the world by giving new writers a chance and...