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Job details
Job title: Employability and Partnership Co‑ordinator
Job reference: REQ012416
Date posted: 15/05/2026
Application closing date: 17/06/2026
Location: Manchester
Salary: £26,000 – £29,500 per annum
Package: Competitive Benefits plus Local Government Pension Scheme
Contractual hours: 35 Basis Full time
Job category/type: Careers Employability and Guidance
Job description
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Employability and Partnership Co‑ordinator to drive business development and create impactful opportunities for young people.
In this role, you will be responsible for building and managing multiple employer relationships, arranging and overseeing high‑quality student work experience and industry placements, ensuring all tracking and compliance processes are maintained to a high standard. Your ability to engage with employers, stakeholders and educational partners will be key to establishing long‑term partnerships that benefit both businesses and students.
We are seeking someone with:
- Strong business development and relationship management experience.
- A passion for supporting and motivating young people.
- A proven ability to manage multiple employer partnerships.
- Excellent organisational skills, with attention to compliance and quality processes.
- A positive, solutions‑focused mindset and the ability to think outside the box.
Your contribution will ensure our institution remains at the forefront of technical skills development and industry engagement, offering students real‑world opportunities and enhancing their employability outcomes.
This is a permanent, full‑time (35 hours per week) role.
Site Information
Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry‑standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.
Benefits
- 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- 3 well‑being days per year.
- Significant pension contribution.
- Retail discounts.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Cycle to work scheme.
Role Responsibilities
In addition to the above, you will be expected to:
- Develop and maintain a portfolio of employer partners.
- Plan and deliver work experience and industry placement schemes.
- Track and report on placement outcomes and maintain data integrity.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and legislation.
- Engage with students, staff and external stakeholders to promote employment pathways.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- At least a GSCE or level 2 in literacy or numeracy (or equivalent).
- Experience of delivering qualifications, education, or employability sessions.
- Experience of delivering group work sessions as well as working on a 1‑2‑1 basis with participants.
- Experience of developing external relationships with employers and other agencies.
- Experience of utilising computerised management information systems.
- Experience of working to targets, implementing monitoring, and recording systems.
- Experience of delivering programmes that are focussed on soft skills, mentoring and employability.
- The ability to organise and to be self‑motivated.
- The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to be fully competent in the use of Microsoft Office programmes.
- Evidence of successful contribution to teamwork.
- Enthusiasm to embrace new ideas and initiatives.
- Ability to analyse, report and act on data.
- Confident and calm approach to problem‑solving and the ability to use initiative.
- A willingness to undertake continuous personal development.
- Access to a car for work and a full driving licence.
Safeguarding
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 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.
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