Head of Careers & Progression — Lead UK Employability Growth

Education Development Trust; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Volunteering 2 days/year

Pension 6% matched

Life Assurance

Gym discount

Health care cash plan

Job summary

Education Development Trust is seeking an ambitious Head of Careers, Employability & Progression to lead and grow our UK portfolio of careers, employability and progression programmes. Reporting to the Programmes Director, you will play a key role in shaping our future offer, driving growth opportunities and ensuring excellent delivery across a range of government-funded contracts.

You will work with senior stakeholders, clients and partners to deliver high-quality services that help people

Qualifications

• All applicants subject to thorough screening and basic DBS check.
• Proud Disability Confident Leader with commitment to inclusive working environment.
• Let us know how we can support you if disabled or require adjustments during the application process.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the UK portfolio of careers, employability and progression programmes.
• Shape our future offer and drive growth opportunities across government-funded contracts.
• Ensure excellent delivery and work with senior stakeholders, clients and partners to deliver high-quality services.

Job description

Education Development Trust is seeking an ambitious Head of Careers, Employability & Progression to lead and grow our UK portfolio of careers, employability and progression programmes. Reporting to the Programmes Director, you will play a key role in shaping our future offer, driving growth opportunities and ensuring excellent delivery across a range of government-funded contracts.

You will work with senior stakeholders, clients and partners to deliver high-quality services that help people