Job Description

Description

Job Title: Partnership Coordinator

Department: MIS

Salary: 32,979 pro rota

Job Type: 18 month Fixed Term Contract

The Partnership Co-Ordinator role sits within the Funding & Compliance Team and is key to the positive support our partner providers require and receive. The role will support the Head of Funding & Compliance to monitor and manage the education delivered by the college's partner providers. Taking a key responsibility for ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and government funding rules. Working closely with other college teams such as Student Finance, Learning Support, Curriculum Teams and Finance to ensure the smooth running of all aspects of the partnership delivery.

In this pivotal role, the Partnership Co-Ordinator acts as the main point of contact for all partner providers --coordinating and monitoring contract activities, facilitating compliance with external requirements and ensuring the best experience for the college's partner organisations and partner students.

Responsible to

Head of Funding & Compliance

Key Responsibilities

Lead the administrative processes of partner contracts within the MIS Team.

Provide a professional and responsive service to College partners, ensuring regular contact and promotion including face to face, telephone and emails.

Lead & monitor compliance and audit requirements for partner contracts in the MIS Team.

Complete due diligence processes for partner contracts

Maintain accurate records of partner contract changes

To input, compile and provide timely and accurate data relating Partnerships performance

Prepare accurate and timely performance reports for partner performance reviews.

In liaison with other College departments (including Pedagogy and Insight, Personal Development and Progression, Learning Support and Student Support teams) provide high quality support and advice to College partners.

To liaise with partners to ensure claims and data is submitted on time and in accordance with the published timetable.

Maintain and provide guidance to others, an up to date knowledge of guidance and regulations for all funding streams

Ensure data accuracy and integrity, correcting ILR rule violations and supporting the completion PDSAT reports.

Prepare partner contracts including variations ensuring MCV and target information is accurately reflected.

To liaise with the Finance team to ensure that accuracy of the partner invoices.

To support in preparation work for internal and external audit in relation to systems and data audits

Act as a liaison with Partner organisations in relation to performance reviews, preparing agendas, performance information and tacking minutes and actions notes.

Taking ownership for issue resolution and escalation to Deputy Chief Executive.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria

Administration experience within a further education/training environment

Knowledge of subcontracting rules relating to devolved & non-devolved areas

Desirable Criteria

Experience of ILR input and data correction

Knowledge of funding regulations and audit requirements including FE & HE

Excellent ICT skills including proficient use of Microsoft Office and Student Records Systems

Experience of working in a customer-oriented environment.

Excellent presentation and written communication skills

Excellent time management and prioritisation skills

Ability to manage conflicting priorities

Ability to build and maintain strong rapport with wide range of customers

Commitment to taking ownership for resolving issues

High level of interpersonal and communication skills

Positive personality - self-motivated

Clear personal commitment to meeting and surpassing customer expectations

Experience of working with partner organisations

Experience of performance related management duties

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College?

As a valued member of our College community, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance

25 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays. You'll also benefit from Christmas and Easter closures and an annual wellbeing day.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.

Pension Scheme

You'll be part of the Aviva pension scheme, with contributions of up to 5%.

Professional Development

We're passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities--designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.

Sport & Fitness Suite

Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff, and you'll have access to our Cycle to Work scheme.

Health and Wellbeing

You'll have access to our Employee Assistance programme and to free, independent and confidential 24-hour counselling service. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round. As a member of College staff, you'll be able to access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons.

Medicash Scheme

Access to Medicash health plans - supporting you and your family with enhanced access to treatment, wellbeing services, and expert care whenever you need it.

Travel

We've partnered with Arriva to bring you great savings on bus travel. Plus, we offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel--without having to cover the full cost upfront. It's all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful.

Employee Benefits Platform

As part of our team, you'll get access to the COLC employee benefits platform--packed with discounts, deals, and rewards on everything from everyday essentials to luxury treats. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons.

Life Assurance

We offer life assurance to give you and your family added peace of mind -- with a benefit of up to three times your annual salary payable in the event of death in service.

About The City of Liverpool College

About The City of Liverpool College

The City of Liverpool College is a leading education provider for almost 12,000 students across the Liverpool City Region, from ages 16 and up.

Our passion for nurturing talent and personal approach to teaching makes sure all our students are fully equipped to realise their potential and be empowered to live out their career ambitions.

We believe in opportunity for all and offer access to both academic and vocational courses. From GCSE to degree level, our students achieve some of the highest exam results in the region.

As a recognised leader in skills and education, we are proud to have been named the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce 2024 Skills Provider of the Year, a testament to our deep-rooted commitment to delivering outstanding education that meets the needs of our students and the regional economy. We are also a proud member of the Chartered Institution for Further Education, reinforcing our position as a centre of excellence within the sector. Our recent Ofsted inspection rated us 'Outstanding' for Adult Provision and Personal Development, highlighting our dedication to providing life-changing education that empowers learners at every stage of their journey.

Our Mission

To provide high quality skills and education by delivering opportunities for growth to all people and businesses of the Liverpool City Region.

Our Goals

Deliver world class skills in business Provide an outstanding learning and student experience Develop the talent for sustainable employment

Safeguarding Our Students

The City of Liverpool College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare our learners, and all staff will require an Enhanced DBS check.

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?

Join a dynamic team shaping the future of education in the Liverpool City Region. With over 600 dedicated staff, five campuses, hundreds of courses, and more than 10,000 students, we're proud to be a leader in learning and innovation. Ready to make an impact? Apply now and become part of our journey.