Community Skills Trainer for Lifelong Learning

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Maldon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking a Community Trainer to plan, deliver and assess inclusive community learning sessions across Essex. You will work with adults to build confidence, develop English, maths, digital skills and wellbeing, embedding skills into diverse learning programmes.

The role focuses on accessible teaching, learner progression and collaboration with partners to promote participation. A teaching qualification is essential, with experience in community settings and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Experience delivering learning, training or support to adults in community, outreach or educational settings.
• Strong understanding of inclusive and learner‑centred teaching practice.
• Ability to build effective relationships with learners and community partners.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess high-quality community learning sessions tailored to learner needs and community priorities.
• Deliver a range of entry-level and community learning programmes, including English, maths, digital skills, employability and wellbeing courses.
• Embed English, maths and digital skills within learning programmes where appropriate.
• Support learners to develop confidence, wellbeing and progression through creative and flexible learning approaches.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with additional support needs.
• Use assessment and learner reviews to monitor progress and celebrate learner achievement.
• Work collaboratively with community partners to engage new learners and support participation in learning opportunities.
• Attend community events and outreach activities to promote ACL courses and engage with local residents.
• Promote safeguarding, Prevent, British Values, equality, diversity and inclusion in all delivery environments.
• Collaborate with the Community Engagement Officer and Sector Lead to support learner recruitment, engagement and progression.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
• Participate in continuous professional development and reflective practice to maintain effective and current teaching skills.

Skills

Adult education

Community engagement

Inclusive teaching

Communication

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Education

Teaching qualification (AET, PTLLS or equivalent)

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking a Community Trainer to plan, deliver and assess inclusive community learning sessions across Essex. You will work with adults to build confidence, develop English, maths, digital skills and wellbeing, embedding skills into diverse learning programmes.

The role focuses on accessible teaching, learner progression and collaboration with partners to promote participation. A teaching qualification is essential, with experience in community settings and a commitment to