Futures Programme Co-ordinator (EL132)

Cheshire College South and West; Crewe Green; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is looking for a Futures Programme Co‑ordinator to develop and deliver initiatives that support young people’s participation and progression in education. The role includes coordinating aspiration-raising activities and building partnerships with universities and employers. Candidates must possess a good honours degree and relevant experience in education. This position offers a competitive salary, extensive professional development opportunities, and generous employee benefits including pension and up to 51 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Financial support for teacher qualification

Up to 51 days of annual leave

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Relevant experience of working with young people (14-19).
• Knowledge of Higher Education provision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the College's Futures Programme.
• Coordinate aspiration-raising activities aligned to HE pathways.
• Build external partnerships to enrich the Futures Programme.

Skills

Promoting events and activities

Developing positive working relationships

Organising and promoting activities

Education

Good Honours Degree or equivalent

Job description

Futures Programme Co‑ordinator (EL132)
Salary: £29,838 - £32,579 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Crewe campus

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the College's Futures Programme and increasing participation and measurable progression outcomes
• Co‑ordinating aspiration‑raising activities and events aligned to HE, Higher Technical and Higher Apprenticeship pathways
• Building and sustaining external partnerships to enrich the Futures Programme, including universities, employers and higher apprenticeship providers

Person Specification / Requirements

• Good Honours Degree, or equivalent
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Ability to promote events and activities with enthusiasm resulting in high take‑up
• Relevant experience of working with and supporting young people (14‑19)
• Knowledge and experience of the wider Higher Education provision including high‑stakes universities
• Ability to develop positive working relationships
• Experience of organising and promoting activities and events

Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. References will also be sought.

Benefits

• Access to world‑class facilities
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses (please email [e-mail] for details)
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
• Up to 51 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

How to Apply

Send a completed application form to [e-mail] by 9am on 6 January 2026. The selection process will take place in January 2026. If you wish to discuss any aspects of the role prior to making an application, email [e-mail] to arrange a discussion.

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.