Bid Writer – Employability & Skills
Location: Remote
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Are you a skilled Bid Writer with a passion for shaping opportunities in adult education? This role offers you the chance to directly influence funding success and contribute to life-changing programmes that support people into employment and skills growth.
Company
Our client is a leading independent training provider with a strong reputation for delivering impactful adult learning programmes across the UK. With a mission to transform lives through education, they focus on employability, skills development, and career progression. As part of their team, you’ll benefit from working in a supportive, collaborative environment that values innovation and purpose. This is an organisation where your expertise will not only be recognised but will help secure contracts that change lives.
Job
As a Bid Writer, you’ll be at the heart of developing compelling, persuasive tenders that highlight the organisation’s strengths and track record. Working closely with operational teams, subject matter experts, and senior leadership, you will:
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Research and assess funding opportunities within Employability and Skills.
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Write and submit high-quality bids across AEB, Skills Bootcamps, and other adult learning opportunities.
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Gather evidence, success stories, and data to strengthen submissions.
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Ensure all bids are clear, compliant, and submitted on time.
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Build relationships with funding bodies and key partners to maximise success.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will bring:
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Proven experience in bid writing within the employability and skills or adult education sector.
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Strong understanding of AEB, Skills Bootcamps, and associated funding streams.
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A track record of successful tender wins.
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Excellent communication skills and the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
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The ability to manage multiple deadlines with precision and attention to detail.
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A collaborative, proactive approach to working across teams.
Call to Action
If you’re looking for an opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation and use your expertise to secure funding that drives real social impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact S Knights Recruitment for more information