The Manchester College is looking to appoint an Innovation Literacy Co-ordinator on a fixed term (until March 2025), full time (35 hours per week) basis.

This role is funded by Innovate UK as part of the Greater Manchester Further Education Innovation programme (GMFEIP).

The primary objective of the Innovation Literacy Co-ordinator is to equip apprentices who are employed in local businesses with knowledge and confidence to support innovative practice within their business and empower them to become 'Apprentice Innovation Ambassadors'.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Communication and Promotion:

• Communicate the value and significance of the Innovation Literacy training to apprentices, employers, and apprenticeship delivery colleagues through various channels.
• Develop marketing materials and strategies to promote the program within the college and to external stakeholders.

Facilitation and Coordination:

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the delivery of the Innovation Literacy training program.
• Organise workshops, seminars, and other training sessions related to innovation literacy for apprentices.
• Collaborate with other AIACs across the GM Boroughs and working to / reporting on the objectives of the GMFE Innovation Programme and its funders.

Training Delivery:

• Oversee the delivery of the Innovation Literacy training curriculum, ensuring alignment with program objectives and standards.
• Provide support and guidance to apprentices participating in the training program.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Monitor the progress of apprentices enrolled in the Innovation Literacy training program against the objectives of the GMFEIP.
• Prepare reports on performance and impact to the host College and the GMFEIP and funder as required.
• Evaluate the impact of the training on apprentices' skills, knowledge, and behaviours.
• Collect feedback from apprentices, employers, and other stakeholders to continuously improve the training program.

Celebrating Success:

• Recognise and celebrate the achievements and successes of apprentices completing the Innovation Literacy training program.
• Organise events or initiatives to showcase the impact of the program on apprentices and SMEs.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally and work evenings or weekends, as required.

The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the role profile.

Salaries are based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

The closing date for this job advert is 20/09/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

The 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. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process.