CTEC Regional Coordinator

Tees Valley; Wynyard; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Wellbeing days

Gym access on-site facilities

On-site parking

Job summary

The Education Training Collective is seeking a CTEC Tees Valley Regional Coordinator to lead regional delivery for the Construction Technical Excellence College and connect employers, education providers and regional partners. You will work closely with EPNE and other partners to increase participation, progression and innovation in construction education and workforce development.

This fixed-term role until March 2028 offers hybrid working and opportunities to influence regional skills strategy

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and/or substantial experience in construction.
• Strong understanding of the construction sector and regional skills needs.
• Confidence using data to monitor quality, performance and outcomes.
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to inspire others, manage competing priorities and deliver against demanding targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate CTEC activity across the Tees Valley in line with the regional strategy.
• Develop employer-informed programmes, continuing professional development and curriculum with delivery teams and partners.
• Coordinate CTEC Further Education Teacher Industry Exchange Scheme activity and value-added industry placements, giving employers clear and consistent information.
• Provide visible regional leadership and represent the Tees Valley across the wider North East construction skills network.
• Champion strong learner destinations into employment, apprenticeships, higher education and further training.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Construction sector knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Construction qualifications

Job description

Company The Education Training Collective

Job Description

Are you a collaborative, outcomes-focused leader with the drive to strengthen construction skills across the Tees Valley? Education Training Collective is seeking a CTEC Tees Valley Regional Coordinator to lead local delivery for the Construction Technical Excellence College and connect employers, education providers and regional partners.

Who we are?

The Education Training Collective (Etc.) brings together Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form, NETA Training and Innersummit. We work collaboratively across the region to deliver exceptional education, skills and support across the Tees Valley and are proud to be rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

“ONE Etc – fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond.”

Join us as we grow, improve and push for even greater impact across the Tees Valley.

About the Role

Acting as the Tees Valley strategic spoke within the wider North East CTEC network led by Education Partnership North East, you will turn regional priorities into high-quality, employer-informed programmes. You will work closely with curriculum and commercial teams, employers and EPNE’s Regional Construction Skills Director to increase participation, improve progression and support innovation in construction education and workforce development.

This is a fixed term role until March 2028, however with a strong possibility to extend beyond this date.

As CTEC Tees Valley Regional Coordinator you will:

• Lead and coordinate CTEC activity across the Tees Valley in line with the regional strategy
• Develop employer-informed programmes, continuing professional development and curriculum with delivery teams and partners.
• Coordinate CTEC Further Education Teacher Industry Exchange Scheme activity and value-added industry placements, giving employers clear and consistent information.
• Provide visible regional leadership and represent the Tees Valley across the wider North East construction skills network.
• Champion strong learner destinations into employment, apprenticeships, higher education and further training.

Who We’re Looking For

Relevant qualifications and/or substantial experience in construction.

• Successful experience of stakeholder engagement and partnership working.
• Strong understanding of the construction sector and regional skills needs.
• Confidence using data to monitor quality, performance and outcomes.
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to inspire others, manage competing priorities and deliver against demanding

targets.

• A clear commitment to educational excellence, inclusion and the well-being of learners.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 87% of our employees tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect, for further information about all our benefits please see our employee benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum, depending on role and length of service) and up to 5 additional days leave at Christmas.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 14.2% Employer Contribution
• 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose- because your wellbeing matters.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, Virtual Online GP access 365 days per year, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.
• You will have the opportunity to work across our fantastic sites and make use of our modern facilities, including discounted or free access to one of our on‑site gyms (depending on location). We also offer a pro‑hybrid working model, giving you the flexibility to work from home for part of the week.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a public sector organisation, we value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect and support. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 23 rd October 2026.

Disclosure and Barring Service

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and any convictions that are not eligible for filtering, prior to the interview date.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you may wish to seek independent advice from:

• Visit Unlock | phone [phone] | text 07824 113848

Further information on filtering and protected offences is available on the Ministry of Justice website

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. For more information, please see our EDIB policy

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK, in line with The Education Training Collective’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

The Education Training Collective offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles, where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not applicable to most roles.

Our recruitment principles are based on fairness, transparency, and a commitment to developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as:

• The need for specialist skills unavailable in the local labour market.

Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not appropriate, justified, or approved, we will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes situations where an existing employee’s visa expires and sponsorship is not granted.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a key priority for the Group. We have robust policies and systems in place to ensure a safe environment for learners and staff, including our responsibilities under the Prevent Duty.

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.