Learning Facilitator - Science

Gateshead College; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Wellbeing support

Pension scheme

Travel support

Discounts

Volunteering days

Job summary

Gateshead College is seeking a full-time Learning Facilitator to join the Science academy and health department at Baltic Campus. You will deliver a engaging curriculum across Level 2 to Level 3 and drive our Employment Edge agenda to improve learner punctuality, attendance and success.

You will work within a course team, liaising with employers to source placements and with universities for guest speakers and visits.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3+ vocational qualification in the curriculum area.
• Relevant vocational experience.
• Excellent communication and ICT skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver our cross-college Employment Edge agenda within the science academy and health department.
• Support the curriculum leader and manager to improve learner punctuality, attendance, retention and success.
• Liaise with employers to source and monitor high-quality student placements and with universities for guest speakers and visits.
• Track learner progress and provide group and one-to-one support to learners.

Skills

Communication skills

ICT skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 vocational qualification

Job description

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credit_card Salary £26,870 leading up to £29,864 per annum

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Job profile for Learning Facilitator - Science

Learning Facilitator - Science

location_on Baltic Campus 01/09/2026

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Job details

Salary £26,870 leading up to £29,864 per annum Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Region North Package Permanent Job category Teaching Date posted 13/08/2026 Job reference VV2129 Attachments attachment Job Description - Teacher .doc attachment Candidate Pack_generic_2026.pdf

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Learning Facilitator to work within the science academy and health department.

You must be an inspiring, dedicated, flexible and enthusiastic Learning Facilitator and will have responsibility for students across Level 2 to Level 3. The key aspect of this role is to deliver our cross-college Employment Edge agenda. You would be required to work as part of the course team and support the curriculum leader and manager to improve learner punctuality, attendance, retention and success.

The role requires you to liaise with a range of stakeholders such as employers to source and monitor high quality student placements and universities to organise guest speakers and visits. You will also be required to monitor and track the learner journey and to ensure appropriate support is implemented to maximise learner achievement, success and excellent outcomes for all learners. You will have a solution focused and positive work ethic and will share best practice with other members of the team. You will be required to be flexible in your approach with a ‘can-do, will-do’ attitude.

You should have excellent communication and ICT skills and be able to deliver a curriculum with a willingness to embed digital skills. You will enjoy working independently as well as thriving on being part of a team. You will be able to juggle a busy workload with a positive approach whilst being eager to learn and keep up to date with the latest practice.

The post holder will liaise closely with colleagues to track and monitor progress, as well as provide both group and one-to-one support to learners.

The successful applicant will have a related vocational qualification at Level 3 or above in this curriculum area must have relevant vocational experience.

About Gateshead College

At Gateshead College we’re famous for education with Employment Edge, industry inspired education that combines high quality learning with real world skills.

For teachers this means giving your students the knowledge and skills to be successful in work and life and supporting them to be the best they can be. This is what makes our college such an exciting place to teach. You’ll get to bring your industry expertise into the classroom and will work hand in hand with businesses to create experiences your students will never forget.

In return we can offer a values-driven organisation and the chance to work with brilliant people who put students first. You’ll be listened to and will have opportunities to make an impact. We prioritise health and wellbeing and your work life balance will be respected. Our inclusive culture means you’re valued for being yourself and diversity is celebrated, and our commitment to being a sustainable organisation means we always try to do business the right way to make our community better for everyone. We’re committed to supporting your ongoing development which includes access to our Teacher Academy where you’ll be assigned a personal coach to help develop your practice.

At Gateshead College we all have the opportunity to help our learners succeed and it’s this clear purpose and shared effort that makes us such a great place to work; we hope you think about joining us.

Don’t have a teaching qualification?

Don’t worry. If you can bring extensive industry experience and a passion for sharing your knowledge we’d love to hear from you.

We’ll provide comprehensive training and cover the cost of your qualification while you gain valuable teaching experience. We understand the commitment involved and that's why we offer paid time off the job to attend training. Additionally, you'll be supported by one of our dedicated teaching staff throughout your journey, so you’ll have the guidance and mentorship needed to thrive in your new role.

Benefits :

• Generous holiday allowance 50 days plus Bank Holidays.

• Mental health and wellbeing support, with 24/7 access to an employee assistance programme and counselling services.

• Career average pension with the Teachers Pension Scheme

• Travel support including subsidised on site parking, discounted public transport scheme and cycle to work scheme.

• Retail and travel discounts.

• Volunteering Days.

Interviews will be held w/c 14th September 2026