Director of Employability, Partnership and Skills

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to step into the role of Director of Employability, Partnership, and Skills on a fixed term (Maternity Cover), full-time (35 hours per week) basis. This leadership position requires strong business development experience, particularly within an educational setting, as well as a proven track record of managing and leading business development teams. You will be instrumental in developing and executing strategies that link education with industry, driving employability initiatives, and fostering long-term partnerships with employers, stakeholders, and educational partners.

As Director, you will lead the development of employability, partnership team working closely with the curriculum teams to equip our students with the skills and experiences required by today's employers, while also supporting the growth of strategic industry partnerships. Your leadership will ensure our institution remains at the forefront of skills development and industry engagement, offering students real-world opportunities and enhancing their employability outcomes.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Degree Level Qualification.
• Minimum Level 2 maths and English.
• Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development.
• Significant experience in leading & managing in a diverse, complex and rapidly changing environment.
• Considerable experience in developing and implementing a changing curriculum.
• Significant experience working with and building effective relationships with industry and key internal & external stakeholders.
• Considerable experience of working cross functionally with a range of services, stakeholders and departments to meet shared goals.

Benefits

Successful candidates will be offered a salary of between 44,064 - 69,151 per annum, depending on your level of experience.

Our Colleagues also receive:

• 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Pro-Rata).
• Free breakfast.
• 3 well-being days.
• Opportunity to work from home if not required to be on site.
• In-house training programme offers you the chance to upskill and further your career.
• Commitment of 5 Industry updating days within your global teaching allocation.
• A vast array of career development opportunities.
• We pride ourselves on offering a favourable pension scheme with a competitive employer contribution.
• Discounts on your health care through Simply Health.
• Free, confidential support service provided by an external organisation, PAM Assist.
• Cycle to work scheme saving you 25% on your purchase.
• Access to lots of offers with well-known retailers.

Safeguarding

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal opportunities statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 10/02/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!