Education Content Manager

At AQA, we’re committed to advancing education and we’re committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK, we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and it’s our people who make this happen.

Education Content Manager

Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary and Locations available:

Guildford, Milton Keynes, London: £37,000 - £41,600

Manchester: £35,500 - £40,000

Working pattern: Hybrid working, with around 2 days per week in the office

You’ll make a difference in this role by
Supporting AQA’s purpose to help students, teachers, and education providers succeed by shaping and delivering high-quality resources that are trusted in the classroom.

You’ll play a key role in how educational content is designed, developed and delivered, ensuring it is accessible, relevant and effective for a wide range of users.

Your work will contribute to resources used at national scale, supporting thousands of teachers and hundreds of thousands of learners across your dedicated subjects and qualifications.

You’ll also contribute to how content evolves, supporting the move towards digital and more flexible approaches.

What the role involves
Across all six positions, you’ll manage the development of educational content from early planning through to delivery, review, continuous improvement, and retirement.

This role brings together education, publishing, and product. You’ll work across teams and with external contributors to ensure resources meet user needs and align to AQA’s wider strategy.

You’ll take a hands-on role in developing content, working with subject experts and contributors to create, refine and deliver resources rather than producing all content independently.

You’ll report into a Head of Product, with matrix management from a Subject Resource Manager to provide subject expertise and alignment across the wider portfolio.

About these opportunities
We are recruiting six Education Content Managers (internally known as Subject Resource Managers) to build a balanced team, combining subject expertise with the ability to lead content across multiple subjects.

This includes:
1 x Maths specialist
1 x Science specialist
1 x English specialist
3 x Portfolio roles, working across a broad mix of subjects (approximately 35)

All roles share a common purpose, but the focus varies slightly depending on your strengths.

Specialist roles (Maths, Science, English)
In these roles, you’ll bring strong subject knowledge and use it to develop high-quality, relevant resources.
You might come from teaching, subject leadership, or subject-specific publishing, and will be confident translating subject complexity into clear, accessible content.

Portfolio roles (multi-subject)
In these roles, you’ll work across a large number of subjects, managing content at scale.
You’ll collaborate with contributors to deliver resources for different audiences, adapting content to suit different subjects, levels and needs.
These roles suit candidates with strong commissioning, editorial or project management experience who are comfortable working across multiple areas at pace.

Why join AQA

• You’ll be part of a team focused on creating content that genuinely supports teachers and learners.
• We value collaboration, continuous improvement and new ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to influence how content is commissioned, developed and delivered, shape future formats, and work with a wide network of colleagues and partners.
• We believe different perspectives strengthen our work and focus on culture add and the value you bring.

And what’s in it for you

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on education while growing your career
• Opportunities for growth and professional development
• Being part of AQA’s inclusive and values-led culture
• A benefits package including up to 11.5 percent employer pension contribution, BUPA healthcare support, wellbeing programmes and volunteering opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service, along with discretionary Christmas closure days

What you’ll do

• Manage the full lifecycle of content from commissioning through to delivery and ongoing improvement
• Plan, commission and develop resources aligned to user needs and product priorities
• Write clear briefs and work with internal teams and external contributors
• Collaborate across product, web and marketing teams to deliver high-quality content
• Work with external authors, partners and subject associations
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring delivery to time and quality expectations
• Support development of content across formats, including PDFs and emerging digital approaches
• Use feedback and insight to improve content
• Contribute to the development and refinement of content templates and approaches
• Support delivery of content across subjects and audiences

You’ll thrive in this role if you have

• Experience creating, commissioning or managing content in education, publishing or a related environment
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Experience working with a range of stakeholders, including external contributors
• Experience writing briefs or working with others to develop content
• A focus on clarity, usability and quality
• Experience with content or design tools (for example Canva or similar)
• The ability to balance ideas with delivery

You may also bring

• Subject expertise in Maths, Science or English
• Experience working across multiple subjects or managing content at scale
• Experience commissioning or working with authors, freelancers or external partners

What next?
Closing date for applications is Sunday 14th June 2026, as part of your application, you’ll be asked a small number of focused, role-related questions alongside your CV. These help us understand your experience creating, commissioning, or managing content, and how your strengths align to the role. All responses are reviewed by people.

If shortlisted, you’ll be invited to complete a short video interview toward the end of June 2026, with structured questions on:

• Your experience developing, commissioning or managing content
• Your approach to designing resources for users
• Your motivation for the role

All videos are reviewed by people.

Final stage
Successful candidates will be invited to a final interview in early July 2026, which will include:

• A pre-prepared content or resource task
• A structured face to face interview with a panel including a hiring manager and content and or subject specialists

All candidates will be notified of outcomes at each stage.

Diversity and inclusion statement
At AQA, we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED and I strategy ensures that everyone, regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, or background, is valued, respected and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language, avoid stereotypes, and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

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Full Job Description

Summary

Purpose:
The Subject Resource Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, strategically aligned content and resources that support AQA’s subject offerings.Landscape:
Working closely with subject experts and cross-functional teams, this role ensures that content meets the evolving needs of educators and learners, contributes to customer acquisition and retention, and supports AQA’s broader product strategy.
Activities:
Strategic Content DevelopmentLead the planning, development, and lifecycle management of subject-specific content in alignment with AQA’s strategic goals.
Ensure content supports the delivery of the subject product roadmap and enhances AQA’s market position.
Use customer insight and feedback to inform content strategy and continuous improvement.
Collaboration and Stakeholder EngagementWork collaboratively with subject experts, product and assessment teams, and third-party providers to co-create impactful content.
Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external contributors to ensure alignment with quality standards and strategic objectives.
Represent the content function in cross-functional planning and review meetings.
Content Lifecycle and Quality AssuranceManage the full lifecycle of content—from commissioning and development to review, repurposing, and retirement.
Ensure all content adheres to AQA’s quality framework, accessibility standards, and brand guidelines.
Monitor content performance and implement improvements based on data and user feedback.
Operational and Project ManagementCoordinate the production of content to ensure timely delivery within budget and to required quality standards.
Write clear and effective briefs for internal and external contributors.
Manage project timelines, risks, and resource allocation.
Customer and Market FocusEnsure content is designed with the end-user in mind, delivering value to teachers, learners, and other stakeholders.
Contribute to the development of customer value propositions through content innovation and responsiveness to market needs.
Continuous Improvement and InnovationIdentify opportunities to improve content processes, tools, and delivery methods.
Stay informed of best practices in digital content development and educational trends.
Contribute to a culture of innovation and high performance within the team.
To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
Knowledge and SkillsStrong editorial and copywriting skills across digital and print formats.
Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable content plans.
Skilled in stakeholder management and collaborative working.
Proficient in using content management systems and digital tools. Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to inform decisions.
BehavioursUnderstands how content contributes to broader business goals.
Builds strong relationships across teams and with external partners.
Designs content with the user experience at the core.
Seeks new ways to improve content and delivery.
Takes ownership of content quality and delivery.
Qualifications and ExperienceDegree or equivalent experience in education, publishing, or a related field.
Experience in content development, preferably in an educational or assessment context. 
Familiarity with working in a matrixed or cross-functional environment.