Jobs

Deadline: Mon 14 Sep 2026
Location: London

London Writers Centre are inviting London-based D/deaf and/or disabled writers to apply for this developmental and profile-raising opportunity which aims to showcase new work by three writers. Read more...

Deadline: Sun 20 Sep 2026
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne; hybrid

Mslexia is seeking an experienced Managing Editor to join us on a fixed-term maternity cover contract, initially for a period of ten months. Read more...

Deadline: Mon 21 Sep 2026
Location: Virtual

National Centre for Writing are seeking UK-based literary translators to join our 2027 Visible Communities programme as residents. We are also offering a short residency in Norwich as part of the programme Read more...

Deadline: Mon 21 Sep 2026
Location: Chester

Apples and Snakes is hosting Scratch Poetry Festival, and we are looking for bold and ambitious poets to apply. Read more...

Deadline: Mon 21 Sep 2026
Location: Gateshead and Newcastle

New Writing North are looking for a writer or artist to lead its three Creative Family Group programmes in primary schools in Gateshead and Newcastle, working with local families to encourage creativity and improve literacy in a supportive and inclusive environment. Read more...

Deadline: Thu 24 Sep 2026
Location: Edinburgh

The Director of Programming leads the development and delivery of the Edinburgh International Book Festival’s programme. Read more...

Deadline: Sun 27 Sep 2026
Location: London

We are looking for an exceptional creative leader to curate and deliver over 150 extraordinary events each year. From electrifying live poetry and interdisciplinary performance to high-profile talks, debates, and major cultural moments, you will steer a year-round artistic programme where words transform, challenge, and inspire. Read more...