Community Learning Co-Ordinator

• Hybrid working model with a balance of home and office working.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Fixed term contract until 31st July 2026
• If applying as a Secondment, please seek approval from your manager first.

As a Community Learning Co-Ordinator (Otherwise known as a Skills Bootcamp Co-Ordinator), you will be responsible for managing various investment funds in relation to Workforce and Skills. You will be providing support to the workforce and skills team, ensuring funding is managed in accordance with Council policies and processes, whilst meeting the financial and delivery requirements of the funding provider.

As a Community Learning Co-Ordinator you will be:

• Developing and maintaining specialist understanding of project eligibility, compliance, management and reporting requirements, as well as providing comprehensive support.
• Working with the Workforce & Skills Service Manager to ensure that all project activity, expenditure, and outputs are delivered in strict compliance with all policies, regulations and requirements.
• Working closely with the Workforce & Skills Manager to develop and maintain operational relationships with organisations such as Job Centre Plus, colleges, independent training providers and local businesses.
• Attending and participating in a wide range of internal and external meetings in relation to projects, on both an individual and group basis.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with a variety of services within Somerset Council e.g. HR and OD, Economic development, Property, Procurement, Finance, Communication and Legal.

We offer ongoing support, training and guidance to help you be the best you can be, but it will be important for you to have:

• A Level or NVQ Level 3 qualifications and/or relevant work experience that aligns with the role.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively and maintain detailed records.
• Strong Verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and stakeholders including members of the public.
• Experience with standard Office applications e.g. Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge and understanding of project management and previous experience in project co-0rdination an administrative role.
• The ability to follow operating procedures accurately and contribute positively to the development of the service.

We are proud to be here for the people of Somerset. And that means everyone in Somerset. An important part of this is ensuring that we are as diverse and inclusive as the people and communities we serve.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences to enrich our team. You can always contact the hiring manager for an informal discussion if there is anything you want to talk about before you apply.

We are proud to offer an environment that is supportive and rewarding, working as part of a team who are passionate about the work they do to improve the lives of people in Somerset.

We offer great training and development opportunities, with supportive management. As well as this, we have some fantastic employee benefits available:

• We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements wherever possible, including working from home.
• Generous annual leave allowance, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Staff discounts in gyms.
• Employee Assistance for the times you may need some support and a variety of employee wellbeing services.
• Auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme and optional pension enhancement through our Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme.
• A Flexible Benefits Scheme via salary sacrifice to obtain a cycle for work and health screenings.
• My Staff Shop offering discounts in shops, online shopping, restaurants, cinema tickets, insurance benefits and more

The salary for the role is Grade 13, ranging from £25,989 to £28,142 per annum.

For an informal discussion about the role, you can contact Beccy Brown, Adult Community Learning Manager at rebecca.brown@somerset.gov.uk

When completing your application/CV please provide your full employment history and ensure that any gaps in employment are explained. Please start with your current or most recent employment.

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