Project Co-Ordinator

The Manchester College has many Campus locations across Greater Manchester, each with its own specialist cutting-edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest Further Education College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners. We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join us as a Project Co-ordinator on a fixed term (until July 2025), full time (35 hours per week) basis. As a Project Co-ordinator you will oversee the delivery of our alternative education project for young people who are excluded or at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. To support learners, address their emotional and behavioural barriers to learning and enable their progression into further education, employment, or training. To work in partnership with Manchester Secondary Pupil Referral Unit. To line manage a small team of project workers. To be successful in this role, you will need: A Level 3 Youth Work / Teaching qualification or equivalent. Maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent. Proven experience of delivering curriculum to young people. Appropriate experience in leading and managing education programmes with young people. The ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow. Ability to foster a culture of positive teamwork. Ability to work independently to achieve positive outcomes for learners. Confident IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Flexible and pragmatic approach.In return you will benefit from an excellent package including: 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rated). 3 well-being days. Free Breakfast. Significant pension contribution. Retail discounts. Employee Assistance Program. Cycle to work scheme. Simply Health scheme care vouchers.Safeguarding LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check. Equal opportunities statement At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy. The closing date for this job advert is 07/11/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response