Skills Educator

Skills Educator – GEDU Global Education Department: Graduate Employment and EntrepreneurshipLocation: Manchester (On-site)Contract: PermanentHours: Full Time – 40hrs per weekSalary: £38,000‑£42,000 GBS is a higher education provider offering a range of sector‑relevant courses across ten campuses in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Manchester. Working in partnership with several leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Our vision is changing lives through education. The role The Skills Educator will equip students with the skills, knowledge and confidence to progress into professional employment, entrepreneurial ventures and other opportunities. Through targeted interventions, teamwork and integration of employability within the curriculum, the educator will empower students to overcome barriers and achieve their career aspirations. Key responsibilities Deliver one‑to‑one and group interventions tailored to support students in accessing and progressing into professional‑level employment, entrepreneurial roles and volunteer opportunities. Provide personalised advice, training and resources to address specific barriers to employment or enterprise success. Guide students in building entrepreneurial skills, fostering innovative thinking and business acumen. Design and deliver workshops, seminars and practical sessions to address employability and enterprise skills based on student cohorts or identified needs. Facilitate learning experiences that encourage critical thinking, problem‑solving and creativity. Work as part of a campus‑based team to coordinate advice, guidance and training interventions. Collaborate with academic colleagues and external partners to integrate employability and enterprise effectively within all modules and learning pathways. Empower learners to build confidence and self‑esteem, enabling them to pursue employment, volunteering, mentoring and entrepreneurial activities. Encourage resilience and adaptability, preparing students for the dynamic demands of the job market or starting their own business. Track student progress and outcomes from interventions, maintaining accurate and timely records. Provide regular updates and feedback to the academic team and stakeholders on employability and enterprise initiatives. Essential qualifications A degree in Careers Guidance, Business, Education or a related field (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in delivering employability or enterprise education in higher education or a similar setting. Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective group workshops and individual coaching sessions. Experience supporting diverse student groups and addressing barriers to employment or enterprise success. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and inspire students. Knowledge of current labour market trends, industry needs and entrepreneurship pathways. Passionate about supporting student success and fostering entrepreneurial thinking. Collaborative and team‑oriented, with a proactive approach to problem‑solving. Flexible and adaptable, able to work across campuses and occasionally during evenings or weekends. Desirable qualifications Relevant certifications in employability, enterprise or coaching. What we offer 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays. 1 extra day of leave per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 days. Workplace pension scheme. Tuition reimbursement for career development courses. Flexible benefits: Cycle to Work, Workplace Nursery, Techscheme and more. Perks@Work discount platform, wellbeing centre and more. Reward and recognition programme. £500 award for employee referral scheme. Discretionary annual performance bonus. GBS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and provides a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr