Learner Engagement Officer

  • Job Reference: SA4720
  • Date Posted: 26 August 2024
  • Recruiter: S Knights Recruitment
  • Website: http://s-knights.co.uk/
  • Location: West Yorkshire - Leeds and Bradford
  • Salary: £30,000 to £35,000
  • Sector: Employer Engagement, Learner Engagement
  • Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

We are seeking two experienced, motivated, and enthusiastic individuals to join our client’s team as Learner Engagement Officers. In this role, you will play a crucial part in building and maintaining strong relationships with referral partners, including Job Centres, Community Centres, and other potential training providers, to recruit individuals for a variety of funded programmes. Our client is an award-winning organisation dedicated to helping individuals advance their careers through further education.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Relationship Building: Establish, nurture, and expand relationships with both new and existing key stakeholders and referral partners.
  • Learner Engagement Strategy: Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies aimed at meeting monthly targets and KPIs for learner engagement.
  • Outreach Efforts: Engage with unemployed individuals through referral partners to enrol them in AEB (Adult Education Budget) courses.
  • Stakeholder Support: Respond to enquiries from potential referral partners, offering advice and guidance on available courses and services.
  • Point of Contact: Serve as a key contact for both learners and stakeholders, ensuring productive and supportive relationships.
  • Innovative Engagement: Develop creative approaches to maintain a steady stream of learners in the programmes.
  • Event Coordination: Organise and coordinate events and activities designed to engage and motivate learners.
  • Effectiveness Monitoring: Monitor and evaluate the success of learner engagement initiatives, providing reports and recommendations for improvement.
  • Record Maintenance: Keep accurate and up-to-date records of learners, ensuring all information is properly documented.
  • Programme Support: Assist in the delivery of adult education programmes by offering guidance and support to learners.
  • Policy Awareness: Stay informed about relevant policies and procedures and ensure compliance.
  • Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as required to support the organisation’s goals.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • An IAG (Information, Advice, and Guidance) qualification is highly valued, or a willingness to work towards obtaining one.
  • Experience in the Employability sector, with a focus on Bootcamps and AEB programmes.
  • Proven track record in learner engagement and outreach.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in building and maintaining relationships with referral partners, such as Job Centres.
  • Strong organisational and planning abilities.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy.
  • Understanding of adult education and related services.

This role is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic organisation and make a significant impact on individuals' educational and career journeys.

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000

Reference: SA4720

Location: West Yorkshire - Leeds and Bradford