PROGRAMME COORDINATOR Leeds

We are seeking a driven and passionate Programme Coordinator to join our growing team. Our Programme Coordinators are responsible for ensuring that their portfolio of our tutoring programmes are delivered effectively and that students receive high-quality tuition from their tutors.

Location: Hybrid, with monthly visits to our London office and regular college travel (2/3 days a week, with up to 4/5 days in busy periods).

Travel: You will be required to regularly travel to your assigned colleges, so reliable means of transport (e.g. car/bus/train) is essential. Colleges you may need to travel to include: Calderdale College. For travel to the London office, you will be able to claim expenses.

Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week Monday to Friday, flexible working patterns available)

Contract: fixed term until August 2026

Proposed Start date: 28th July 2025

Benefits:

• 36 days of annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Flexible working options (hybrid & remote available).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Termly in-person team development days in our London office.

Be part of a growing, mission-driven organisation making a real impact. Complete our online application, including your CV (max 2 pages) and responses to the 3 application questions by 12th May. Suitable candidates will be contacted after the closing date. Screening call will take place on 23rd May. First round of interviews will take place on 5th June. If required second round of interviews will take place on 12th June.

Responsibilities:

• As a Programme Coordinator, you will be responsible for student engagement, timetabling, logistics, and tutor performance, helping learners secure vital qualifications for their future.
• Manage a portfolio of up to 300 students throughout the year, ensuring sustained engagement with tutoring sessions.
• Prepare for programme launches, including timetabling of sessions and logistical planning.
• Maximise student reach by filling available tutoring spaces and maintaining an active pipeline of students.
• Develop strategies to enhance student engagement and track attendance KPIs using our CRM system (Salesforce).
• Prioritise safeguarding and student safety at all times.
• Oversee tutor task and session management to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Conduct regular check-ins with tutors, providing guidance and feedback.
• Observe tutoring sessions to uphold delivery standards and improve programme effectiveness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with college staff to ensure seamless programme delivery.
• Manage logistical preparations, including scheduling sessions and room bookings.
• Maintain clear communication with college stakeholders and contribute to impact reporting.
• Support contract renewal discussions to sustain and expand partnerships.
• Identify and implement operational improvements to enhance programme efficiency.
• Contribute to wider organisational projects, such as tutor training, resource development, and student engagement initiatives.
• Lead special projects aligned with your interests to further our mission.
• Represent Get Further’s values in all interactions with students, tutors, and external partners.
• Ensure accuracy in reporting and programme evaluation to drive positive systemic change.
• Collaborate with the wider team to support the charity’s strategic priorities.

About you: We are looking for individuals who are passionate about our mission and demonstrate the following:

• A strong commitment to tackling educational inequality and supporting disadvantaged students.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards for student success.
• Resilience, problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude towards overcoming challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with confidence in presenting to students and senior stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, time management, and ability to work independently.
• IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience in education programme delivery.
• Familiarity with Salesforce.
• Understanding of the further education sector.
• Interest in or commitment to a career in the charity sector.

Other roles you may have experience in: Programme Coordinator, Education Programme Manager, Student Engagement Officer, Further Education Coordinator, Tutor Coordinator.

This is a UK-based post and applicants must be living in and have the right to work in the UK; if applicable please detail your visa status in your application. Due to our status as a charity, we regret that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Get Further is an equal opportunities employer and will not discriminate against any candidate on the basis of any characteristic protected by the Equality Act 2010.