Team Leader- Rhino Readers

Job Introduction

Location: UK Remote (option to work in Sheffield office)
Salary: Starting at £25,000 per annum
Contract: 12 months with view to extend
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Line Manager: Damian Malecki
Recruiter: Hope Parkin

Role Overview:

As a Team Leader within the Rhino Readers Product, you will manage a group of team members, plan and organise team sprints, and help them achieve their goals in collaboration with other Team Leaders. You will oversee project scoping, deadline management, and foster a positive, solutions-oriented work environment. You’ll coach and empower your team to maximise performance and stay up to date on business updates, processes, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Team Management:

• Plan and execute sprints, prioritise tasks, and manage projects using tools like Jira and Tableau.

• Oversee daily operations, sign off on projects, and manage team workload.

• Line management: Develop team members through 1-1s, performance tracking, and troubleshooting.

• Provide monthly performance reports and data on team activities.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with Product Owners and other Team Leaders to meet project deadlines.

• Manage cross-functional communication with designers, content writers, illustrators, and other team members.

Coaching & Development:

• Support team members’ growth through coaching, setting measurable goals, and encouraging continuous learning.

• Lead training sessions and onboarding for new starters, and promote a culture of problem-solving.

Team Wellbeing:

• Ensure the team feels supported, celebrating successes and maintaining a positive work environment.

• Facilitate open communication, providing feedback, and creating a safe space for challenges and discussions.

Administrative Duties:

• Oversee resource allocation and handle recruitment where needed.

• Organise and run video meetings including stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and roadmap meetings.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to use coaching to develop team strengths.

• Effective project management and leadership skills.

• Mastering tools like Jira for sprint management.

Requirements:

• Experience working in an educational setting in the UK (preferably within a leadership capacity)

• Proven track record in leading projects related to educational content and printed resources.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and care.

• Demonstrated leadership skills, focused on providing solutions and empowering teams.

• Alignment with Twinkl’s core values and leadership approach.

How to apply:

Please submit an up-to-date CV along with a tailored cover letter describing how your experience in education, leadership and project management will support you to be successful in this role.