Adult Learning Delivery Manager

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Dudley is seeking an Adult Learning Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of Adult and Community Learning services. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in adult education, budget management, and ensuring compliance with inspection frameworks. This role requires strategic leadership to enhance service quality and inclusivity for local residents.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in adult education.
• A strong understanding of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework.
• The ability to manage budgets and performance targets.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of the Adult and Community Learning service.
• Drive service improvement and performance against targets.
• Manage a skilled team and oversee budgets.
• Take a lead role in Ofsted inspections and maintain compliance.
• Work with partners and stakeholders to deliver learning opportunities.

Skills

Leadership experience in adult education

Understanding of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework

Budget management

Commitment to equality and diversity

Job description

Overview

Adult Learning Delivery Manager

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Adult Learning in Dudley. Dudley Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Adult Learning Delivery Manager to lead the operational delivery of our Adult and Community Learning service. In this pivotal role, you’ll be responsible for driving service improvement, managing a skilled team, and ensuring high-quality provision that meets the needs of our residents. You’ll lead on Ofsted inspections, oversee budgets, and work closely with partners and stakeholders to deliver innovative, inclusive, and impactful learning opportunities.

We’re looking for someone with:

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of the Adult and Community Learning service to ensure high-quality provision that meets resident needs.
• Drive service improvement and performance against targets.
• Manage a skilled team and oversee budgets in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Take a lead role in Ofsted inspections and maintain compliance with relevant inspection frameworks.
• Work with partners and stakeholders to deliver innovative, inclusive, and impactful learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in adult education.
• A strong understanding of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework.
• The ability to manage budgets and performance targets.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous improvement.

Other information

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Attached documents

• Adult Learning Delivery Manager - Job description..doc
• Adult Learner Delivery Manager - Personal Specification.doc
• Employee Benefits List.pdf