Our friendly and hardworking Adult Learning team are looking for the right person to lead them through this exciting time of change in Barrow. We’re all about using the power of education to create opportunities for people in the town to improve their lives, learn new skills and get closer to employment. Who we are looking for Adult Learning covers a wide curriculum including Mathematics, English, ESOL, Digital Skills, Wellbeing and Employability. Our ideal person will be enthusiastic, flexible, and have a real passion to drive change. Ideally you will have experience in an educational setting, managing a team and some experience of partnership working as we could not do what we do in isolation. We would also be happy to discuss the role as a development opportunity for a candaidate with similar experiences who just needs to build their knowledge base. You will have a good understanding of what the communities and employers in Barrow need to grow and develop.Your excellent communication skills and your confidence using technology and administrative techniques will ensure our centre runs smoothly and efficiently. This is a fast-paced role and we’re looking for someone with empathy and initiative who can make a real difference. The role is based in Barrow Library, but also includes travel across the local area and sometimes across the County, so a driving licence is essential. There is occasional evening and weekend work. What can we offer you! Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk) Would you like to find out more? Adult Learning Recruitment Leaflet For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments: Post Specification Role Profile If you think this sounds like you and would like to find out more please contact Jo Collins, Area and Curriculum Manager, on 07342 707090. We are holding a teams meetings on the following dates were you can ask any questions you may have about the role: Wednesday 29th October 2025 11:00am to 12:00 Noon. Microsoft Teams Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 376 637 884 940 0 Passcode: dY744sd2 Thursday 30th October 2025 18:00 to 19:00 Microsoft Teams Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 390 189 884 049 9 Passcode: fh9sZ7Fp Application and Interview information Closing date: 9th November 2025 To apply please click the Apply Now link below.