Project Worker

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent education provider seeks a compassionate Project Worker for its Alternative Provision team. This role focuses on supporting vulnerable students in an educational setting, promoting their engagement and success. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a strong background in youth work.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave plus 5 bank holidays

3 well-being days per year

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and significant experience with youth.
• Experience in alternative education settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young people facing barriers to education.
• Build trust and engage learners in a supportive setting.

Skills

Youth and Community Work qualification

Experience working in a youth-related environment

Experience with school-age learners in alternative education

Education

Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

The Manchester College is seeking a compassionate and resilient Project Worker to join our Alternative Provision team based within a Pupil Referral Unit. This role is ideal for someone who's passionate about supporting young people facing barriers to education. You'll work closely with learners to build trust, boost engagement, and help them achieve their potential in a safe, supportive setting. Experience in youth work, behaviour support, or alternative education is highly valued. If you're committed to making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable students, we want to hear from you. Join us and help shape brighter futures.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join our Pupil Referral Unit as a Project Worker (Alternative Provision) on a fixed-term (until July 2026), full-time (35 hours per week) term-time only basis (42 weeks).

Site Information

Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester's learning provision and are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 bank holidays (pro-rated for weeks worked per year)
• 3 well-being days per year (FTE)
• Significant pension contribution
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Relevant Youth and Community Work qualification or equivalent
• Relevant appropriate experience working in a youth related environment
• Significant experience of working with school-age learners within alternative education settings
• Maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent would be desirable

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 09/07/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!