Enrichment Coordinator

The post holder will be responsible for coordinating the events, activities and administration of the Enrichment Programme at Waltham Forest College, by promoting, supporting and organising learner events and activities which will enhance the learning experience to help build skills for employability and improve their life chances. Proven experience as an Events Planner or Organiser as well as administrative experience is required.

As the Enrichment Coordinator for the College, you will lead on developing student involvement through planning, organising, promoting and supporting a programme of cross college enrichment events that cover health, wellbeing, safety, community engagement, learner voice and other themes as directed.

Experience of working with young people or within an Enrichment Team, knowledge of Student Union recruitment and activities, and a Youth Work qualification, are some of the key criteria. The selected candidate will be proficient in Microsoft Office software including design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop), Publisher etc.

The candidate will be able to communicate effectively with people, work independently without close supervision, able to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines, providing timely reports and updates.

Given the nature of the role, the candidate must have a flexible approach to working hours and arrangements.

Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only 15 General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating. As an Anchor Institution, Waltham Forest College serves its local and regional communities across North and East London exceptionally well and has been successful in driving aspiration and achievements for its students and wider communities.

We believe that our employees are the heart of the organisation and having the right people in the right place, with the right skills is the key to our success. We are looking for committed individuals who are passionate about working in an aspirational and high performing college and dedicated to contributing to an outstanding experience for our learners.

The successful candidate will have a keen sense of responsibility, ownership and a 'can do' approach to enhancing the learning experience by coordinating a range of inclusive enrichment activities, sessions and workshops.

If you believe you have the skills, experience and motivation to be part of Team Forest and to make a difference in our learner journey, we strongly encourage you to apply for the post at Waltham Forest College.

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme (LGPS), employee assistance programme, discounted local gym membership, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme