Community Learning Leader

Permanent, full-time post (working 37 hours per week) | Salary: £26,483 per annum

Location: Derwentside College, regional travel will be required as part of the role

Closing Date: Sunday 01 November 2026

Why Derwentside College?

Derwentside College is one of the top performing colleges in the region for its learner and employer satisfaction. We are an ambitious organisation and as a large provider of apprenticeships we are leading the way in delivering a range of outstanding services to learners and employers.

Derwentside College’s King’s Trust Team Programme makes a real difference to the lives of young people aged 16–25 across County Durham and Gateshead. Through an exciting and varied programme of activities, participants are supported to build confidence, develop communication and teamwork skills, strengthen their resilience and leadership abilities, and gain the practical employability skills they need to take their next steps into employment, education or further training.

No two weeks on the Team Programme are the same. From residential experiences and community projects to work placements, personal development activities and employer engagement, the programme gives young people the opportunity to challenge themselves, discover their potential and make a positive contribution to their local communities.

As our King’s Trust provision continues to grow, we are looking for a passionate, motivated and talented individual to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has the experience, enthusiasm and drive to inspire young people, help them overcome barriers and play an important role in supporting them to achieve their goals and build a positive future.

What you will do?

The person appointed will play an instrumental role in this high performing department. You will be passionate about training young people and adults and have the ability to plan and deliver relevant training and assessment, supporting learners to make progress towards their intended, aspirational destinations. You will also hold or be willing to work towards a relevant teaching or assessing qualification at Level 3. Previous experience of delivering community learning programmes would also be advantageous.

What’s in it for you?

• 36 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
• Christmas closure days
• Automatic entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working
• Annual staff wellbeing days
• Continuous professional development
• Free on-site parking

This is a permanent, full-time post (working 37 hours per week). Regional travel will be required as part of the role; therefore use of your own transport, a current valid driving license and business insurance is essential.

If you would like to discuss the post in more detail, please contact Chris Elder via [email protected]

The College is positively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults who attend its education and training provision. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The person appointed will be required to obtain a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

As an equal opportunities employer, the College welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. If you require support with your application or any other part of the recruitment process please contact us on 01207 585900 or email****[email protected]

Closing date for applications – Sunday, 1st November 2026

This job advert may close as soon as sufficient suitable applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible. No Agencies.

Please return completed application forms to [email protected]