Progressions Coordinator - Further Education in Oakengates

Do you love helping young people achieve their potential and take their next steps into work, apprenticeships, or further education? Join Juniper Training as a Progressions Coordinator and play a key role in supporting learners’ journeys and creating real opportunities.

About Juniper Training

Juniper Training is a national training provider dedicated to equipping young people with the skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to succeed. At Juniper, we focus on employability and work experience, helping students move confidently into their next steps.

What You’ll Do

• Support learners into work experience placements, apprenticeships, employment, or further education.
• Deliver engaging employability workshops, including CV writing, interview preparation, and workplace skills.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local employers and organisations to create high-quality opportunities.
• Undertake placement risk assessments and ensure students are well-prepared for work experience.
• Track and monitor student progress, providing feedback and celebrating achievements.
• Use social media and marketing to share success stories and raise the profile of the programme.
• Contribute to the Centre Improvement Plan using student, employer, and progression data.
• Safeguard learners, promoting British Values and ensuring a safe, inclusive learning environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Experience working with 16–18-year-olds and in education or training.
• Strong organisation, planning, and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, resilience, and a positive, engaging personality.
• Ability to build strong relationships with employers and learners.
• Desirable: CEIAG Level 3/4, Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience in sales, outreach, marketing, or recruitment.

Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It!

• 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
• Buy & sell annual leave
• Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
• Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long service & special recognition awards
• Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
• PRIDE monthly celebrations
• Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
• Christmas Savings Club
• Eyecare reimbursement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years’ service)
• Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years’ service)
• Corporate events throughout the year!

Diversity & Inclusion Matters

At Juniper, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinise all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance. Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.