Join the dynamic Oldham Lifelong Learning Service and play a key role in shaping inclusive, high-quality learning experiences for adults across the community. In this impactful role, you'll identify barriers to learning and engagement, assess local needs, and support the development of a curriculum that reflects the diversity of Oldham. This is a rewarding role where you will work closely with community partners to promote adult education pathways and actively engage residents in lifelong learning opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Work effectively with internal and external stakeholders to establish clear progression routes onto tailored and vocational programmes for Oldham residents.
2. Actively recruit learners within the community, focusing on unengaged learners and hard-to-reach groups, to participate and progress into learning opportunities within the curriculum.
3. Work with community groups, schools, partners, and voluntary, community, and faith sectors (VCFS) to encourage and support families and targeted groups to engage in learning activities.
4. Coordinate, participate in, and promote learning events that align with local and national adult learning initiatives.
5. Analyze and interpret data, presenting it effectively to various audiences to target specific demographics, plan, market, and track engagement and progression.
6. Build successful partnerships through community engagement, utilizing excellent communication and interpersonal skills to confidently engage, advise, and support a wide range of stakeholders.
7. Plan and promote community engagement events with strong organizational skills.
Our Vision and Values:
We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighborhoods where people are proud to live, with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives, and a sustainable, thriving economy. Our three missions are:
* A Great Place to Live
* Healthier, Happier Lives
* Green and Growing
Our five guiding behaviors are:
* Work with a resident focus
* Support local leaders
* Be committed to the borough
* Deliver high performance
* Take ownership and drive change
Benefits Package:
* 25 days annual leave, increasing after 5 and 10 years of service
* Option to purchase additional annual leave
* LGPS pension scheme with voluntary contributions
* Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active
* Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, dining, travel, and more
* Salary sacrifice schemes for home, electronics, and cycling to work
* Wellbeing support, including Mental Health First Aiders and an Employment Assistance Programme
* Staff recognition and celebration events
* Peer support groups
Inclusive Recruitment:
We accommodate employees' needs through flexible working, equipment, and workplace adjustments. Applicants with disabilities, those previously in or currently in care, carers, or Armed Forces veterans who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed assessment under our scheme.
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