Job Description

Salary:

34,434 to 38,220 per annum

Grade:

I

Contract:

Fixed Term until end of July 2026

Hours:

Full time

Location:

Scarborough, North Yorkshire

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping adults overcome barriers to learning and employment? We're looking for a dedicated Learner Engagement Officer to support individuals in the Scarborough area in accessing life-changing education and skills opportunities.


You'll work directly with learners, especially those from disadvantaged or hard-to-reach groups, to provide personalised guidance, build confidence, and support progression into further learning or employment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide information, advice, guidance (IAG), and initial assessment to potential and existing learners. Support learners with barriers to learning, including digital skills and confidence. Refer learners to appropriate Adult Learning provision. Represent ALSS at promotional events and job fairs. Liaise with local, regional, and national agencies.

What We're Looking For

Essential:



Understanding of national/local adult learning priorities. Awareness of barriers to learning for disadvantaged groups. Multi-agency partnership experience. IAG delivery and learner tracking. Ability to support learners with low digital confidence. Level 4 IAG qualification or equivalent experience. Ability to travel across the county and attend meetings outside normal hours.

Desirable:


Knowledge of Community Learning and Adult Education Budget funding. Experience in Further Education (FE) with adult learners.
Teaching or training qualification.

Why Join Us?

In return for your hard work and dedication to our service, we can offer you the chance to be part of a strong and supportive team.


In addition to: Generous Annual Leave: 28 days of holiday (pro-rata), increasing to 34 days after 5 years' service - plus public holidays.



Pension Scheme: for your future with our generous Local Government Pension Scheme.



Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.



Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.



And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities


If you would like more information, please contact Adele Scaife Adult Learning and Operations Manager, by email at

adele.scaife@northyorks.gov.uk

for an informal conversation. We look forward to exploring your interest and receiving your application.

Key Dates:

Closing date: 24/10/2025



Interview date: 04/11/2025


Venue for Interview : Online/Scarborough

Key Documents:

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DBS

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.





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We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.



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Learner Engagement Officer

Salary:

34,434 - 37,280 per annum

Posted:

10/10/2025

Closing date:

24/10/2025

Closing time:

23:59