Community Education Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom AVS Newcastle ltd Full time
  • Community Education Coordinator - Edinburgh area
  • Salary: up to £24,476 per annum
  • Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Contract: 9 Months Fixed Term Contract

Are you someone who won't stand by when others are in crisis, whoever and wherever they are? Can you become part of a global voluntary network, responding to conflicts, natural disasters, and individual emergencies? Can you help us deliver humanitarian education workshops across Edinburgh?

As a Community Education Coordinator, you will be managing the allocation of resources and volunteers. Your goal is to increase the British Red Cross geographical footprint and capacity within communities. You will be making a real impact through guided learning in your community. Are you ready for the challenge?

Our education offer has been built to help those with an increased risk of experiencing a crisis. You will deliver vital skills that will help develop individual and community resilience. Working alongside the Area Community Education Manager, you will build community partnerships and develop the completion of internal and external funded projects.

By joining our team, you'll have the unique chance to make a significant impact within our global charity, committed to helping people in crisis. Are you up for the challenge? Seize this opportunity Every day presents a new opportunity to make a lasting impact on communities and foster a more resilient future.

Wondering about a day in the life of an Education Coordinator?
  • You will manage and support the implementation of partnerships and externally funded projects.
  • You will have responsibility for all aspects of the Community Education blended learning offer for your area.
  • You'll ensure the education delivery is consistent and at the appropriate quality standard.
What does it take to be a successful Education Coordinator?
  • A recognised education, training or facilitation qualification (or equivalent by experience) and excellent coaching and motivational skills.
  • Experience in recruiting, selecting, managing, and supporting volunteers.
  • Full clean driving licence is essential for travel in the surrounding area.
  • Experience of facilitated learning and adapting nationally approved learning content to meet user needs.
Interested? Closing date for applications is 23.59 on 29th April 2025. Interviews to happen soon after.

Please note that early application is encouraged, as we will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert in advance of the advertised closing date.

In Return For Your Dedication And Expertise, You'll Get
  • Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
  • Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
  • Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
  • Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning.
  • Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
  • Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance.
  • Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team.
  • Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.
  • Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses.
We are proud to participate in the disability confident scheme for roles based in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.

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