* Are you passionate about helping residents build confidence, skills, and pathways into sustainable employment or training?
* Are you looking to join a forward‑thinking, proactive team that’s passionate about making a real difference to people’s lives?
* Are you motivated by delivering innovative, engaging training that responds to real labour market information and employer needs?
Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Training & Engagement Specialist to join our team here at Stockton‑on‑Tees Borough Council.
In this role, you will play a key part in delivering and promoting training and employment opportunities across the Borough. You will work with residents, businesses and partners to design and deliver impactful programmes that support people into employment, upskilling and further education, while helping to address local skills gaps and economic priorities.
About the Role
As a Training & Engagement Specialist, you will:
* Promote training and employment opportunities to residents and support them to access appropriate services and pathways into work
* Design and deliver innovative and engaging training programmes that build confidence and raise aspirations
* Develop targeted interventions to re‑engage disengaged or economically inactive individuals into education, training or employment
* Work closely with local businesses to identify workforce needs and develop tailored training solutions
* Organise, coordinate and evaluate training provision, including pre‑employment programmes and sector‑based academies
* Build strong partnerships with businesses, community organisations and stakeholders to enhance opportunities for residents.
Please note this is a fixed term opportunity for 12 months, reflecting the current funding period for this programme.
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has experience working within a training, education or employability setting
* Can design and deliver engaging training programmes for a range of audiences, including those facing barriers to employment
* Has strong experience working collaboratively with businesses, training providers and stakeholders
* Demonstrates a good understanding of local labour markets, employment challenges and skills needs
* Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others
* Is proactive, innovative and able to manage a varied workload in a fast‑paced environment.
We offer an excellent total reward package, including:
* A competitive salary of up to £40,777
* 27 days annual leave per year rising to 32 with 5 years service (plus bank holidays). Ability to purchase additional leave is also available.
* Generous Pension Scheme through the LGPS with ability to pay extra and plan for retirement.
* Access to a number of other employee benefits including learning & development opportunities, discounts at high street and online retailers, online GP appointments, an employee assistance programme and physiotherapy services.
Please note that we’re unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have an existing right to work in the UK.
All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK in accordance with Stockton‑on‑Tees Borough Council’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Council Principles
The Council’s recruitment principles require fairness, transparency, and a commitment to attracting and developing local talent.
Limitations
Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, the Council will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes cases where an existing employee’s visa is due to expire and sponsorship is not granted.
If you would like an informal discussion about the post, please contact Fallon Dunleavy, Employment & Training Hub Manager on fallon.dunleavy@stockton.gov.uk or 01642 524154.
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