Learner Engagement Manager

S Knights Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A training provider in West Yorkshire is seeking a Learner Engagement Manager to drive recruitment and engagement. The ideal candidate will have experience in learner engagement and a passion for helping individuals gain new skills. This role involves managing the learner journey and building partnerships, and offers hybrid working arrangements. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in learner engagement, employability, or funded training programmes.
• Demonstrable success in meeting learner recruitment or apprenticeship start targets.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the learner journey from enquiry to enrolment.
• Build and nurture partnerships with community organisations and local employers.
• Deliver 6–8 Bootcamp cohorts per month, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Promote programmes through digital outreach and community engagement.
• Collaborate with teams to hit engagement and retention targets.

Skills

Learner engagement experience

Relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Proactive and empathetic approach

Job description

Overview

Learner Engagement Manager

Location: West Yorkshire (Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Wakefield)
Salary: £35,000 £40,000
Contract: Full-time, Permanent Hybrid

Are you passionate about helping people gain new skills and progress into meaningful employment? Join a training provider making a lasting impact across West Yorkshire through high-quality Skills Bootcamps and Adult Skills Fund programmes.

The Company

This forward-thinking organisation partners with employers, local authorities, and community partners to deliver life-changing training opportunities. With a learner-centred approach and a reputation for excellence, they provide an environment where you can thrive, innovate, and see the real difference your work makes. Expect a supportive, collaborative culture, hybrid working flexibility, and ongoing professional development to help you grow.

The Role

As the Learner Engagement Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind learner recruitment and engagement across West Yorkshire.

Responsibilities

• Manage the learner journey from first enquiry through to enrolment.
• Build and nurture partnerships with Jobcentre Plus, community organisations, and local employers.
• Deliver 6–8 Bootcamp cohorts per month, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Promote programmes through digital outreach and community engagement.
• Collaborate with delivery and compliance teams to hit engagement, retention, and progression targets.

This is a hybrid position requiring regular travel across the West Yorkshire region.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in learner engagement, employability, or funded training programmes.
• Demonstrable success in meeting learner recruitment or apprenticeship start targets.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Proactive, empathetic, and motivational approach.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Skills Bootcamps, ASF, or AEB funding.
• Experience working with DWP, Jobcentre Plus, or local authorities.

Apply Now

If you re ready to make a difference and want to join a passionate, supportive team apply today and be part of shaping future careers in West Yorkshire!