Careers Learning Journey Facilitator

South Devon College; Paignton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Training opportunities

Teacher's Pension

Onsite facilities

Discounts

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking a Careers Learning Journey Facilitator to design and deliver an Employment Readiness Programme that prepares learners for work experience, further study and sustainable employment. You will run interactive workshops and real-world career exploration to help learners build confidence and skills valued by employers.

The role requires an L3 qualification, GCSE English/Maths at 4+ and experience creating engaging learning sessions for groups, plus strong communication

Qualifications

• Has a Level 3 vocational qualification in a relevant area with GCSE English and Maths at least 4.
• Experience designing and delivering structured learning programmes and engaging sessions for groups of varying sizes.
• Experience delivering employability skills (CV writing, interview prep, workplace behaviours).
• Strong communication, networking, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners, including young people and adults.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver an Employment Readiness Programme for learners.
• Facilitate work experience opportunities, progression to further study and sustainable employment.
• Lead interactive workshops and real-world career exploration to build confidence and skills.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum design

Workshop delivery

Career guidance

Digital literacy

Education

Level 3 vocational qualification

GCSE English & Maths (4+)

Tools

CRM systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Salary: £13,022.50 to £14,422.50 per annum.

Contract Type: Permanent, 18.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

What You'll Be Doing

As our Careers Learning Journey Facilitator, you'll design and deliver an exciting Employment Readiness Programme that prepares learners for:

• Work experience opportunities
• Further study and training
• Sustainable employment and career progression

Through interactive workshops, practical activities and real-world career exploration, you'll help learners develop the confidence, behaviours and skills that employers value most.

You'll bring careers to life by helping learners understand the connection between what they're studying today and the opportunities available tomorrow.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

• A Level 3 qualification in a vocational area, together with GCSE-level English and Maths at Grade 4 or above.
• Experience within a relevant sector, such as health, technology, construction, creative industries, sport or digital.
• Experience designing and delivering structured learning programmes and engaging sessions for groups of different sizes.
• Experience delivering employability skills, including CV writing, interview preparation and workplace behaviours.
• Strong communication, networking, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting young people and/or adults, with the ability to inspire and motivate learners.
• Knowledge and experience of using Labour Market Information.
• Good digital skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and use reporting or CRM systems.

Why Join Us?

At South Devon College we are passionate that excellent teaching and learning can transform lives. We seek to achieve at the highest levels and welcome staff who share our drive for success.

In return, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 25 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities.

We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.

Our staff are integral to maintaining our passion and high-performance levels, and we reward our staff for this. Our benefits are designed to encourage a healthy work-life balance, and include:

• 27 days annual leave including the option to purchase additional holiday days;
• 1 additional day's holiday for your birthday (does not have to be used on your birthday);
• 1 additional day's holiday for every 5 years served;
• Christmas Closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement;
• Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities as well as dedicated training days;
• Teacher's Pension Scheme Employer contributions of 28.68%;
• Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair and beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym and free eyesight tests;
• Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes;
• Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme);
• On Site Nursery (Mama Bears);
• Employee Assistance Programmes;
• Access to Blue Light Card membership;
• Discounted travel schemes.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 8th November 2026.

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.

This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.

Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).