Community Education Coordinator
Location: Preston, Lancashire - travel to schools and educational venues in the greater Preston area
Hours: 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £23,366 per annum
Driving: Full UK driving licensee and access to own vehicle
Could you champion the seamless delivery of our community education service, empowering service users to navigate and thrive in the face of crises? We are on the lookout for someone dynamic to step into the role of Education Coordinator!
In this exciting role, you'll guide Community Education delivery, ensuring a consistent impact. Dive into the challenge of meeting key performance indicators and quality standards, aligning seamlessly with Red Cross strategies. You'll elevate the quality and quantity of education delivery, sparking community engagement to expand our footprint.
Forging valuable community relationships and partnerships to unlock pathways to targeted learners will be your focus. As the heart of Community Education in your area, your mission is to amplify the effectiveness of the BRC education offer and optimize available resources.
By joining our team, you'll have the unique chance to make a significant impact within our global charity. Are you up for the challenge? Seize this opportunity! Every day presents a new opportunity to make a lasting impact on communities and foster more resilient future. Ready to make a difference?
Wondering about a day in the life of an Education Coordinator?
- You will work in the greater Preston area. You will travel to schools and community venues to deliver education within roughly an hour’s distance from Preston. On occasion you may work further afield to support volunteers in the area
- You will manage and support the implementation of partnerships and externally funded projects.
- You will have responsibility for all aspects of the Community Education blended learning offer for your area.
- You'll ensure the education delivery is consistent and at the appropriate quality standard.
What does it take to be a successful Education Coordinator?
- A recognised education, training or facilitation qualification (or equivalent by experience).
- Excellent coaching and motivational skills.
- Experience in recruiting, selecting, managing, and supporting volunteers.
- Full, clean driving licence is essential for travel in the surrounding area.
- Experience of facilitated learning and adapting nationally approved learning content to meet user needs.
Interested in ensuring the impact of our service? Apply now! Closing date for completed applications is 23.59 on Sunday 12th May 2024
In return for your dedication and expertise, you’ll get:
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (per annum)
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension
- Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style
- Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning
- Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform
- Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses
We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme. At the British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network. Plus our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
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