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Student Personal Development Manager, Cambridge
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Client:
Clarus Education
Location:
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
22
Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
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Job Description:
Student Personal Development Manager – FE College - Cambridge & Huntingdon
Location: Cambridge & Huntingdon
Salary: £38,601 – £39,190 p.a.
Deadline to apply: 25th July 2025
Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week)
About the Role - Student Personal Development Manager
Are you passionate about helping students thrive and achieve their full potential? We are seeking an inspiring and dynamic Student Personal Development Manager to join a forward-thinking college serving the Cambridge and Huntingdon communities.
In this pivotal role, you'll design and lead an ambitious personal development programme for students, adult learners, and apprentices. You'll oversee student voice initiatives, enrichment activities, and pastoral support services, empowering learners to succeed both academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan and implement a comprehensive personal development curriculum aligned with Ofsted requirements
* Create and deliver engaging tutorial resources and student induction materials
* Lead on Freshers’ Fairs, cross-college events, enrichment activities, and student enterprise competitions
* Manage and develop student voice processes, including training student reps and facilitating the annual student conference
* Oversee and support pastoral care provision, including interventions and referrals
* Manage high-quality Learning Resource Centres across both campuses
* Line manage and develop a multidisciplinary team (Personal Development Coaches, LRC team, Gym Supervisor)
About You
* Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field (Education, Youth Work, Social Sciences, Public or Community Services, Educational Leadership, Psychology etc)
* Qualified to at least Level 2 in English and Maths
* Strong experience in personal development programme management within an educational setting
* Proven leadership and team management experience
* Skilled at developing and delivering training to staff
* Passionate about motivating young people and supporting their progress
* Confident in using IT and e-learning tools
* Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Special Requirements
* Willingness to work across both campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon.
* Flexibility to occasionally work evenings or weekends.
* Enhanced DBS clearance required.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary of £38,601 – £39,190 p.a.
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* A supportive, collaborative, and ambitious working environment.
* Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Apply Today
If you’re ready to make a lasting impact on students’ lives and support their journey to success, we want to hear from you.
Interested? Click Apply Now to submit your CV which outlines how you’d be an ideal candidate for this exciting opportunity!
For more information or to apply, contact Sally at Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a Student Personal Development Manager), you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Student Personal Development Manager candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Student Personal Development Manager post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Apply for this Student Personal Development Manager opportunity by sending your CV to Sally at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Student Personal Development Manager role within 48 hours.
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