The Manchester College is based at many sites across the city, each with its own specialist cutting edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest FE College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Harpurhey Campus to join our Pupil Referral Unit as a Project Worker on a permanent, full time (35 hours per week) term time only basis.

Supporting the delivery of curriculum and pastoral care of learners in under 16 education provision. To support learners, address their emotional and behavioural barriers to learning, in partnership with Manchester Secondary Pupil Referral Unit.

In order to do this role, you will need:

• Relevant Youth and Community Work qualification or equivalent.
• Relevant appropriate experience working in a youth related environment.
• Significant experience of working with school-age learners within alternative education settings.
• Maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent would be desirable.

In return you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 bank holidays (pro-rated for weeks worked per year).
• 3 well-being days.
• Free breakfast.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Simply Health scheme care vouchers.

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 11/10/2024. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!