Skills Development Advisor

JOB VACANCY

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Skills Development Advisor

Permanent - Full Time

Salary: Grade 6 £34,166 - £37,060 per annum (Successful candidates will commence at £34,166 per annum)

Location: City and/or Riverside Campuses

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We are seeking a well-organised and forward-thinking individual to join the Student Experience Directorate. As the Skills Development Advisor, you will collaborate with staff within the Student Experience Directorate and the wider college to develop and manage a skills development service for disabled students and students who have an additional support need, who require learning support.

This new and exciting role is responsible for designing a service for students that will provide opportunities to develop attributes, skills and academic strategies by developing online and onsite services (web based and face to face opportunities).

The post holder will work closely with the Head of Student Development to design and support the operational activity of the service, facilitating efficient delivery of marketing and communications, information management systems, processes, and procedures.

We are searching for a professional, self-assured, and dependable team member with a background in skills development, someone who has extensive experience supporting individuals with complex needs and who has an in-depth knowledge of all aspects on inclusion.

We require someone who is a team player and can contribute to achieving operational targets. Proficiency in spreadsheet and database management, excellent IT skills, and the ability to manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced environment are essential.

We hope to find a team player with great communication skills, we are looking for someone who enjoys supporting others and understands the importance of reasonable adjustments and accessibility functions. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in community work, a disability related subject or education and have significant experience within a student services function.

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This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading colleges with access to excellent development opportunities within a motivated skilled workforce. Our modern Riverside Campus and City Campus provide an excellent working and learning environment.

The College offers an outstanding benefits package including:

· Generous holiday entitlement - 45 days holiday (including bank & public holidays)

· Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

· Access to occupational health & a 24/7 confidential employee support service

· Access to a dedicated health & wellbeing team

· Cycle to work scheme

· Access to campus facilities such as Costa Coffee, City Market (Bakery & Butchers), Hair and Beauty Salon, College Gym, Library Services

Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory PVG Disclosure Check & Certificate of Good Conduct (as applicable), and must be eligible to work in the UK.

For a detailed post description and to apply for the above vacancy please visit the ‘work for us’ section on the College website at www.cityofglasgowcollege.ac.uk

Please note CVs will not be accepted.

Applications Close No Later Than 17.00pm Wednesday 15th May 2024.

Vacancy reference no: 3170