Location: Derby, Derbyshire Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Start Date: November 2025 Company: Momentum Training & Recruitment Ltd Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Posted: 27/10/2025 About Momentum Training & Recruitment Momentum Training & Recruitment are industry leaders in adult education and vocational training, with centres across the UK. We deliver high-quality qualifications in Welding, Warehousing, Digital, FLT, Construction, and more, helping individuals upskill and gain meaningful employment. As we continue to expand our national reach, we are looking for a passionate and motivated Learner Engagement Officer to join our Derby team. The Role As a Learner Engagement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in promoting our training programmes and driving learner recruitment for our Adult Education provision in Derby. You’ll be responsible for engaging with learners, employers, and community partners to generate referrals, build partnerships, and support enrolment growth across the city and surrounding areas. Key Responsibilities: * Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, Job Centres, employers, and referral networks. * Promote Momentum’s training courses through community sessions, presentations, events, and outreach activities. * Generate and manage learner referrals, ensuring all leads are tracked and followed up in a timely manner. * Collaborate with tutors and centre staff to ensure smooth learner onboarding and course transitions. * Attend and represent Momentum Training at careers fairs, community events, and employability sessions. * Report on engagement activity and referral performance to management. * Ensure all engagement and enrolment activity complies with funding, safeguarding, and data protection standards. About You You’ll be a proactive and people-focused professional with a strong background in learner recruitment, outreach, or engagement. You’ll be passionate about helping adults access life-changing training and employment opportunities. Essential Skills & Experience: * Proven experience in learner engagement, employability, or recruitment. * Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding referral/enrolment targets. * Excellent communication and presentation skills. * Strong stakeholder management and partnership-building skills. * Experience working with diverse learner groups and communities. * A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusive education. Desirable: * Previous experience in the Further Education or Work-Based Learning sector. * Knowledge of local employment and training networks in Derbyshire. Why Join Momentum Training & Recruitment * Permanent role with excellent career development opportunities. * Dynamic and collaborative team culture focused on results and learner success. * Working hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–5:00pm, Friday 8:30am–4:00pm. * ⚖️ Commitment to work-life balance, flexible working discussions encouraged. * Inclusive employer dedicated to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. Additional Information All offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, reference checks, and online screening, in line with Department for Education guidance. How to Apply If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help transform lives through education, click Apply Now to join the Momentum Training & Recruitment team in Derby