Storybarn Manager (Maternity Cover)

The Storybarn is The Reader’s imaginative play space, designed for children and families to explore a shared love of books, creativity, and Reading for Pleasure. This role leads all aspects of Storybarn engagement, delivering and developing programmes for children from birth to age 9 across both family and school settings. The postholder is also responsible for shaping the Storybarn’s vision and business plan, ensuring its continued growth, relevance, and impact.

How to apply

1. Take a look at our candidate recruitment pack to find out more about The Reader and what it’s like to work with us and to see a full job description for details about what responsibilities, skills and experience are required.
2. Complete your application form and personal details form and send it to us before the closing date.

(Vacancy reference code MA_080726)

Based at

Calderstones Park, Liverpool, L18 3JB

Hours

35 hours per week (Monday - Sunday on a rota basis)

Rate of pay

£30,605.24 (per annum)

Duration

Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

Reporting to

Head of Events & Commercial

Deadline

9am, Wednesday 8th July 2026