What's your role in the Learning Roots story?

Learning Roots has established itself as a leading Islamic publishing company for children, making learning fun and inspirational.


We have been growing continuously since our inception way back in 2004. Now we have developed a very exciting new strategy to take the business to a totally new level, in our mission to support parents in raising great children.


It is an exciting time to join Learning Roots!


The right person can have a great impact and progress within the business and grow professionally.

Children’s Writer & Editor 

The  headlines:

  • Function: Editorial Studio

  • Role: Children’s Writer & Editor

  • Report: CEO  

  • Location: London / Remote /Hybrid

  • Compensation:

    Competitive Salary – depending on experience £35,000-£48,000

    25 days holiday

    Flexible working environment

Why we need you...

Here's the purpose of the role:

  • Lead, create and develop stories and content designed to inspire and educate Muslim children, to achieve their potential through faith.

What you'll have to do...

Here are your key responsibilities:


  • Lead the editorial and publication of a category within the Learning Roots portfolio.

  • Develop, design, write and edit content relevant for our target audience, Muslim children aged between 3-15years+, at each stage of their development, aligning with Learning Roots vision and strategy.

  • Lead and manage the production design of titles (layout, artwork, images etc.), working with internal and external teams, and ensure publications are accurate and free of errors.

  • Recruit and manage researchers, authors, writers, editors and copywriters etc. to deliver category objective

  • Set content standards and establish goals and expectations for both internal and external stakeholders

  • Ensure publication timelines and budgets are met

  • Work with sales and marketing to drive volume and revenue of the portfolio

  • Understand, report and update on trends and changes within the children's publication space

Do you have what it takes?

Here are the knowledge and skill requirements for the role:


  • Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism or Communication preferred

  • 5 years experience in children publication and editing

  • Excellent editorial and copywriting skills

  • Creative thinker

  • An eye for detail with critical thinking

  • Strong command of the English language

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Strong interpersonal and people management skills

  • Passionate about inspiring children to be great

  • Prioritise, organise and manage time effectively

  • Meeting deadlines and managing schedules and budgets

Apply and be part of this new and exciting opportunity to present a world of greatness to children!

Send a cover letter and CV to yasmin@learningroots.com

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