Skills Programme Manager
Skills Programme Manager
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Job Description
The Service & Team:
In the role of Manager of a new Skills Programme Team you will be working in the Councils Economy and Skills Service. Under the direction of the Head of Skills and People & Prosperity Manager you will lead the implementation and delivery of the devolved Adult Skills and Free Courses for Jobs Fund. Plus oversee the delivery of Skills Bootcamps for adults aged 19 in Cornwall.
The Role:
Cornwall Councils Economy & Skills Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Manager to lead the management and delivery of its new (circa. 14M annually) Adult Skills programme. This pivotal role will oversee the commissioning and procurement of adult skills services from local colleges and other training providers ensuring alignment with local economic and sector priorities. You will work closely with senior leadership to deliver against our strategic direction implementing skills priorities and drive outcomes in line with Cornwalls Good Growth Plan and new Workforce and Skills Strategy.
You will manage a dedicated team develop and maintain key partnerships and relationships and ensure effective delivery of training programmes that meet employer needs and directly link to employment opportunities. You will also lead the monitoring and compliance of Fund(s) performance and outcomes coordinating across various local and national stakeholders and support to continuously refine skills strategies through market analysis and engagement.
The ideal candidate will bring expertise in complex funding and programme management ensure compliance with funding regulations. Whilst also delivering results that enhance the Duchys workforce aids inclusion and helps address barriers to employment and further learning. This is an exciting opportunity to shape Cornwalls skills landscape and support its economic growth.
This position will be subject to a basic criminal record disclosure check.
Working Pattern:
37 hours per week. However we are happy to talk about flexible working options such as parttime or compressed hours.
What youll need to succeed:
- An experienced manager
- Experience in managing complex highvalue funding programmes/projects
- Understanding of the skills economic and social conditions in Cornwall and working knowledge of economic and skills strategy for the County
- Specialist knowledge of economic and skills programmes and wider DfE policy and regulatory framework requirements
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Write reports and explain complex rules and policies clearly and effectively.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing demands
- A collaborative approach with a commitment to team success and shared learning
- The ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert
What youll get in return:
Cornwall Councils ambition is to be an employer of choice a high performing Council and a learning organisation. We commit to providing a reward and benefits package to attract motivate and reward our employees. We offer a range of flexible working options to our staff. This helps provide our employees with a greater work/life balance. Whilst still ensuring that service needs are met.
Our core employee rewards and benefits include:
a competitive salary.
a defined benefit pension scheme based on your career average earnings. This includes the option for extra voluntary contributions
a generous annual leave entitlement with the potential to purchase additional leave.
A national awardwinning employee health and wellbeing programme
Employee benefits scheme giving employees access to a wide range of discounts to local and national goods and services.
Additional Information:
Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role
The full role profile is attached here
We recommend saving a copy of this to refer to if you are invited to an interview.
For more information or an informal chat about the role please contact Cathie Kessell People & Prosperity Manager onor via email
Application Process
Please attach a supporting statement to your application you can add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or you can upload your CV. Remember to demonstratewhy you are suitable against each of the points marked as Application on the Role Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here The application process.
Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have been submitted please contact if you have any queries or require assistance with your application.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
