Vocational Course Co-ordinator

Cheshire College South and West; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Vocational Course Co‑ordinator. The role involves overseeing vocational courses, managing relevant administrative tasks, and supporting the English and maths department. Ideal candidates will possess strong digital literacy and interpersonal skills, alongside a GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths. The position offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Professional development opportunities

Pension scheme with generous contributions

35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Employee benefit platform

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven ability to complete tasks to a high standard and meet deadlines.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Reflect the college's vision and mission in assigned tasks.
• Monitor attendance and retention key performance indicators.
• Support day-to-day enquiries for the English and maths department.

Skills

Digital literacy skills

Interpersonal skills

Administrative ability

Education

GCSE Grade C in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Vocational Course Co‑ordinator (EL130)

Salary: £26,592 to £29,838 (pro rata per annum)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 30 hours per week

Location: Ellesmere Port campus

Key Responsibilities

• Reflect the vision, mission, aims and values of the college.
• Show initiative in planning and organising allocated tasks.
• Enter, retrieve and print data using a range of college systems and reports.
• Set up and maintain spreadsheets.
• Monitor and summarise key performance indicators such as attendance and retention information to assist Assistant Directors with interventions that support learners.
• Support day‑to‑day enquiries and attendance for the English and maths department.
• Record actions from ‘At Risk’ meetings and monitor progress.
• Photocopy, present and distribute information and reports within the departments.

Person Specification

• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Ability to carry out administrative duties effectively.
• Excellent digital literacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability of successfully completing tasks to deadline and to a high standard.
• Enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

Please send a completed application form to [e-mail] by 9am on 6 January 2026.

The selection process will take place on 19 January 2026 at our Ellesmere Port Campus.

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. References will also be sought.

We are unable to accept CVs from recruitment agencies.

Benefits

• Access to world‑class facilities.
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses.
• Equality and Diversity support.
• Information, Advice and Guidance.
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent.
• Principles of Customer Service training.
• Financial support offered to obtain a teacher qualification.
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary.
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS).
• 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities.
• Employee benefit platform.
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• Employee Referral Scheme.
• Staff Awards.