Employability Skills Coordinator - Reed : Job Details

• Location: South-West London
• Job Type: Full-time, Interim (with potential for permanent position)
• Salary: £18 to £24 per hour

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Employability Skills Coordinator to join our client's team. This role is crucial in supporting our college's employability initiatives and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders such as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Stakeholder Engagement and Recruitment

• Build and maintain relationships with local Job Centres and their Job Coaches to promote college training opportunities.
• Deliver engaging outreach presentations and information sessions at Job Centres.
• Process communications from DWP and other external agencies.
• Develop effective marketing materials to support learner recruitment.
• Track and report on recruitment activities and conversion rates.

Student Support and Administration

• Manage the full learner enrolment process, including initial assessment and documentation.
• Coordinate exam bookings and support students with external licence applications.
• Provide ongoing Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to students.
• Monitor student outcomes and maintain regular communication.
• Maintain comprehensive administrative records.

Performance Management

• Support the monitoring and maintenance of employability performance data.
• Provide administration support including outreach with DWP to source candidates for the programme, admin and coordination duties such as booking of classrooms, and liaising with candidates and lecturers.

• Experience in a similar role, particularly in an educational or training setting.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with various stakeholders.
• Proficiency in managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Careers, Advice & Guidance Level 3 qualification is desirable, but significant experience in a similar role may be considered as an alternative.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity for a permanent position in the new year.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Chance to make a significant impact in the community by enhancing employability skills.

To apply for the Employability Skills Coordinator position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.