Higher Education Programme Manager Remote
Job description
Post Title: Higher Education Programme Manager
Role Status: Full Time. Permanent.
Organisational Base: Home based with national travel
Reporting To: Head of Education and Employability
Salary: Band 5. Starting salary £34,500.00 up to 46,000.00 dependant on experience plus car allowance
If you have the skills and commitment, if you share our passion and determination, if you have a genuine commitment to helping higher education students make the most of their studies, this could be the role for you.
You will be in the right place to develop your career and to help us continue the development and success of the EFL Trust’s Higher Education programme run in partnership with the University of South Wales. This is a demanding, challenging but rewarding role. You will be working with an experienced and supportive team in an organisation which values people.
The EFL Trust’s partnership with the University of South Wales trains the community coaches of tomorrow and has received national recognition in the higher education community. You will manage the EFL Trusts Higher Education programme, providing support for all students on the foundation degree and degree programmes at their 54 host EFL club community trusts. Working alongside EFL Trust’s leadership team, club mentors and the university’s academic team you will maintain and continue to improve the high-quality of the Trusts HE pathways.
The EFL Trust is the official charity of the EFL and uses the power of sport to improve lives and make a positive contribution to 72 communities across the country across our key themes of sport, education, community engagement and health. Formed in 1888 by its twelve founder members, the EFL (English Football League) is the world's original league football competition and is the template for leagues the world over.
The Candidate
You will be qualified to L6 or above, ideally with a mentoring or study skills qualification. You must have a minimum of a year’s experience in providing academic support, whether in a direct teaching or pastoral role.
You will have excellent communication skills, and the ability to create meaningful relationships with a broad range of stakeholders with the ability to deliver motivating presentations to individuals and groups.
High level organisational and administrative ability with strong IT skills are key to the role.
Safeguarding Statement
The EFL Trust are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and adults at risk and require all employees to share this commitment and promote the welfare of these groups. Applicants will be asked about any previous convictions, cautions, reprimands, including those that are considered ‘spent’ as defined by the Rehabilitation Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amended 2013). Appointment to this role is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check (with adult children’s barred list check) and references.
Equality and Diversity Statement
EFL Trust is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or belief(s), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age or with regards to pregnancy or maternity.
Benefits Package:
· Generous company pension scheme, with an EFL Trust contribution of 10% of basic salary.
· Opt-in private healthcare.
· 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, (pro rata), rising to 25 days after 5 years. Holiday year commences 1st January. (Holiday purchase scheme is in operation).
To Apply:
A full job description and person specification can be found on our websites, efl.com and efltrust.com along with an application form.
Closing Date: 5pm, Tuesday 6th June 2023.
Interview Date(s): 19th June 2023.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £34,500.00-£46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: Remote
Application deadline: 06/06/2023
