Employability & Partnership Co-ordinator in Manchester

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join us as an Employability and Partnership Co-ordinator on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis looking after Health and Social Care and Animal Management provision.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Employability and Partnership Co-ordinator to drive business development and create impactful opportunities for young people.

• Drive business development and create impactful opportunities for young people.
• Build and manage multiple employer relationships, overseeing high-quality work experience and industry placements, and ensuring all tracking and compliance processes are maintained to a high standard.
• Engage with employers, stakeholders, educational partners and young people to establish long-term partnerships that benefit both businesses and young people.

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• 3 well-being days per year.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

• Strong business development and relationship management experience.
• A passion for supporting and motivating young people.
• A proven ability to manage multiple employer partnerships.
• Excellent organisational skills, with attention to compliance and quality processes.
• A positive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to think outside the box.

Your contribution will ensure our institution remains at the forefront of skills development and industry engagement, offering students real-world opportunities and enhancing their employability outcomes.

• At least a GSCE or level 2 in literacy or numeracy (or equivalent).
• Experience of delivering qualifications, education or employability sessions.
• Experience of delivering group work sessions as well as working on a 1-2-1 basis with participants.
• Experience of developing external relationships with employers and other agencies.
• Experience of utilising computerised management information systems.
• Experience of working to targets, implementing monitoring and recording systems.
• Experience of delivering programmes that are focussed on soft skills, mentoring and employability.
• The ability to organise and to be self-motivated.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to be fully competent in the use of Microsoft Office programs.
• Evidence of successful contribution to teamwork.
• Enthusiasm to embrace new ideas and initiatives.
• Ability to analyse, report and act on data.
• To have a confident and calm approach to problems and an ability to use initiative in finding solutions.
• A willingness to undertake continuous personal development.
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

The 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.

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.