The Manchester College has many Campus locations across Greater Manchester, each with its own specialist cutting-edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest Further Education College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners.
The purpose of this role is to co-ordinate and deliver welfare and personal development as part of an effective CEIAG Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance to individuals and groups of clients. To support the financial wellbeing and information to clients and support the college bursary promotions. To support enrolment, progression, job clubs and clients' goals, work readiness and positive destinations within TMC and to work with key stakeholders and support teams to maximise learners' positive experience.
To do this successfully you'll need:
* Relevant welfare qualification and experience of working in a welfare advisor role.
* Numeracy and Literacy skills (to level 2 or equivalent).
* Knowledge and experience of working in a welfare setting.
* Experience of assessing the needs of individuals.
* Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of occupational, student finance and welfare matters and their implications for clients.
* Ability to deal sensitively, flexibly and with empathy with clients from a range of cultural, ethnic, and welfare backgrounds.
* Research skills and the ability to create materials/resources for delivery to clients.
* Ability to manage own workflow and effective time-management skills.
* Ability to work effectively in cross-college teams and establish positive relationships.
* Ability to train and develop others within the team.
In return you will benefit from an excellent package including:
* 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
* 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 14/02/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!
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