Assistant Editor
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may not meet Skilled Worker requirements
SOC 3412 is an eligible occupation, and Bloomsbury Publishing Plc is a licensed sponsor, but this role does not currently meet Skilled Worker sponsorship requirements.
About the role
Bloomsbury Education is looking for an enthusiastic, well-organised Assistant Editor with at least two years’ editorial experience to join our small dynamic team publishing exciting books for teachers, parents and children. The list includes teaching resources, professional development titles and home learning.
Reporting to the Head of Education and working closely with the editorial team this role offers the opportunity to progress your editorial skills and manage individual book projects from commission to publication, as well as assisting and supporting the commissioning team and senior editors as required.
Knowledge, skills and experience
- Organised, confident and a good communicator
- Excellent knowledge of the English language, high standards of accuracy and a keen eye for detail
- Strong organisational skills and a rigorous, self-motivated approach to briefing, meeting deadlines and managing schedules and budgets
- Able to prioritise and manage time effectively
- Awareness of print procedures and printing needs
- Awareness of cost limitations and profitability of a project
- Demonstrable experience/knowledge of education publishing
The full job advert for this role can be viewed by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.
Application Deadline: 23:59 on Sunday 6th September 2026.
Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications
Additional information
Salary: £28,000 - £30,300 per annum
Starting: as soon as possible
Contract: Full-time and permanent
Hybrid-working: 2 days per week: Mondays and Tuesdays
Location: 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP
Bloomsbury Benefits
- This role is eligible for our Rental Deposit Loan Scheme
And a range of other benefits as listed on our company website: https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/connect/work-with-us/rewarding-you/
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.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
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Where this offer sits in the market
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3412 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.