Programme Coordinator – Digital Skills Outreach

Nelson and Colne College Group

Brierfield

On-site

GBP 38,000 - 39,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Enhanced sick pay

Health & wellbeing benefits

Staff recognition

Free on-site parking

Job summary

East Lancashire Learning Group is seeking a Project Coordinator to mobilise and deliver the Click Skills for Life programme across East Lancashire. You will coordinate outreach activities, work with libraries, local authorities, Jobcentre Plus, housing providers, VCSE groups and employers to develop referral pathways and engage priority learners.

You will also monitor delivery against plans, manage budgets, and support line-managed staff while ensuring compliance with contractual requirements

Qualifications

4 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above.
Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area, or appropriate equivalent professional experience.
Successful experience of coordinating projects, programmes or services and delivering agreed outcomes.
Proven ability to monitor targets, KPIs, risks and delivery plans and produce clear progress reports.
Experience of maintaining accurate records and evidence for funding, compliance, audit or contract management.
Exceptional organisational and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and confidence working with a wide range of stakeholders.
Full driving licence with access to own vehicle and the ability to travel across Lancashire, as required.

Responsibilities

Support the mobilisation and development of the Click Skills for Life programme across East Lancashire, ensuring delivery reflects contractual requirements, approved Delivery Plans and local need.
Coordinate an accessible programme of face‑to‑face Outreach Digital Activities and Substantive Digital Skills provision in trusted community venues.
Work in partnership with libraries, local authorities, Jobcentre Plus, housing providers, VCSE organisations, community groups, employers and other services to develop referral pathways and engage priority learners.
Maintain clear project plans, delivery schedules, action logs and risk registers, escalating issues promptly and supporting practical resolution.
Monitor learner volumes, district coverage, progression, social value commitments and other project KPIs, using management information to identify gaps and provide accurate progress reports.
Coordinate quality assurance, learner feedback, case studies and continuous improvement activity.
Track project resources, venue usage and expenditure within agreed budgets.
Line manage and support Click Project Officers and administrative support staff as allocated.