At a Glance
- Tasks: Support day-to-day faculty operations and enhance student experiences.
- Company: Join Activate Learning, a pioneering education group transforming lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive holiday, excellent pension, and fantastic onsite facilities.
- Other info: Opportunities for career development and a supportive community environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Post-16 learners with special needs.
- Qualifications: Organisational skills and previous administration experience are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32833 £ per year.
Activate Learning are recruiting Faculty Coordinators to join our Lifeskills provision, supporting our campuses with the day‑to‑day running of the faculty. These roles will contribute to the delivery and development of our provision for Post‑16 learners with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities, including supporting the development of our new Vocational and Lifeskills Hub in Wokingham.
Responsibilities
- Working closely with the Faculty Leadership team, your focus will be on supporting team objectives through providing effective administrative support for key events in the academic planning cycle, including:
- Arranging meetings, agenda management, and issuing reminders for important tasks to support team effectiveness
- Leading on the initial assessment and onboarding of students
- Coordinating activities, faculty open days, and award ceremonies
- Supporting course scheduling, preparation, and upkeep of registers
- Organising and managing student files, including recording student progress
As a Faculty Coordinator, you will be student‑facing, supporting student and teacher enquiries and taking a proactive approach to improving processes and procedures to enhance the student experience.
Positions available
- Permanent, full‑time role working 37 hours per week based at our Reading College.
- Fixed term, part‑time role working 28 hours per week over 4 days based at our Wokingham Hub Denmark Street, Wokingham, RG40 2BB. The contract is until August 2027, with the potential to be extended or made permanent.
What do you need to be successful as a Faculty Coordinator at Activate Learning?
- Being highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and having previous administration experience is essential to the role.
- You will be a passionate individual who likes to help and support, particularly supporting our teachers and students.
- This post could suit an administrator or coordinator looking for a new area of development or could be an excellent opportunity for a teacher or education support professional looking for a change in career path.
About you
- GCSE Maths and English
- Excellent administration and organisation skills
- Excellent IT skills: MS Office packages particularly Excel, Outlook, OneDrive and Teams.
- Ability to multitask and prioritise competing deadlines
Who we are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning. We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone. Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits
- Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy
- Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
- Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
- Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
- Teaching Support: Tailored Three‑day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
- Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff.
- Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
- Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
- On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level. Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Faculty Coordinator in Reading employer: Activate-Learning-1
Activate Learning is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its staff, offering competitive salaries, generous annual leave, and a supportive work culture. With a commitment to professional development and a focus on inclusivity, employees benefit from tailored training programs and access to excellent onsite facilities, making it an ideal environment for those passionate about education and student support in Reading.
