Community Engagement Officer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a Community Engagement Officer in Manchester to foster partnerships and develop projects for students with disabilities. The role emphasizes community involvement, skill-building, and preparing young people for adulthood, within a supportive educational environment.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Sick pay and family-friendly policies

Discount platform for shopping

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in community engagement, marketing, education, or partnership development.
• Experience working with young people with learning difficulties and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and establish partnerships with local businesses and community organisations.
• Develop and coordinate community-based projects tailored to students’ needs.

Skills

Community Engagement

Networking

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

Level four or five qualification in a relevant discipline

Job description

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Community Engagement Officer, Manchester

Client: Together Trust

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 28945a4077b0

Job Views: 3

Posted: 15.05.2025

Expiry Date: 29.06.2025

Job Description:

Package Description:

Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: To champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them and we work together for change.

We believe that everyone deserves a chance to learn and space to thrive and that the right education can change lives. You’ll help break down barriers to education for young people, helping them learn and grow at their own pace.

Hours: 37.5 hours

Working pattern: 41 weeks per year (Term time)

Salary: £31,572.73 per year

Location: Bridge College, Whitworth Street, Openshaw, M11 2GR

Aim of the Role

Bridge College is the Together Trust’s specialist education college for students aged 16 to 25 years with disabilities, complex needs and autism. The role involves developing and maintaining strong links between Bridge College, local businesses, and the community. The purpose is to identify and develop community project opportunities that enable students to engage in meaningful experiences, build life skills, and prepare for adulthood.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and establish partnerships with local businesses, charities, and community organisations to create opportunities for student participation in offsite projects.
• Develop and coordinate community-based projects tailored to students’ needs and aspirations.
• Work with teaching staff and support teams to ensure projects align with students’ learning goals.
• Organise meetings, visits, and networking events to promote community collaboration.
• Ensure all community projects are accessible, inclusive, and safe for students.

About you

• Experience in community engagement, marketing, education, or partnership development.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Level four or five qualification in a relevant discipline.
• Knowledge of the local area and businesses.
• Experience working with young people with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Experience working with partners and employers.
• Safeguarding knowledge.
• Understanding of learning programmes.

Full role requirements are shown on the Job Description.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years, 33 days after 10 years.
• Generous pension scheme and death in service benefit, up to 7% contributions, and 6x salary death benefit.
• Sick pay and family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Discount platform for shopping, travel, insurance, etc.
• Eligibility for Blue Light card.
• Recognition as a real living wage employer.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships.
• Long service awards.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including Mental Health First Aiders and weekly yoga sessions.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.

Visit our website: https://www.togethertrust.org.uk/join-us

Watch our short video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECkSkJV6Qeg

If interested, contact us at [emailprotected] or apply now. We look forward to hearing from you!

This role expires on 13th June 2025.

We pay above the government minimum wage and are a Living Wage employer.

Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants. We encourage those with lived experience to apply.

Safeguarding is a priority; successful candidates will undergo checks, including an Enhanced DBS.