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Community Development Worker
Community Development Worker
Position: Community Development Worker
Salary: £21,143 - £22,409 pro-rated (£30,204 - £32,013 per annum full-time equivalent)
Hours: 25 hours per week (flexible working pattern available)
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Adult and Community Learning Department at The Trafford College Group. Responsible for advancing our vision to become a leading provider of education and skills, fostering community cohesion and driving local and regional productivity, you will play a vital role in transforming lives.
As a Community Development Worker, you will:
- Work across the community to identify learning opportunities, supporting high-quality provision delivery from initial engagement to successful course completion.
- Collaborate closely with the Community Learning Leader to deliver responsive and high-quality learning provision.
- Conduct research and analysis to identify local community needs, using insights, data, and partnerships to maximise opportunities.
- Work with Neighbourhood Leads, community organisations, and local partners, with a particular focus on engaging hard-to-reach and underrepresented communities.
- Ensure inclusive access to learning opportunities across the Stockport area.
- Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of partners, agencies, and local groups to support inclusive community learning programs.
About You
We are seeking a passionate individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Substantial recent experience as a Community Development Worker.
- Proven expertise in partnership and inter-agency working, alongside a strong understanding of:
- Post-16 education, including Skills for Life and Community Learning provision.
- Current developments in Adult and Community Learning.
- Demonstrable experience engaging with diverse communities, particularly those facing barriers to participation.
- Confidence in building trust and relationships within local neighbourhoods.
- Suitability for a role requiring flexible working hours and regular travel.
- Access to transport is essential.
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About Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG) – Making a Difference, Together
At TSCG, you become part of a dedicated team united by a passion to shape brilliant futures—for students and colleagues alike.
We prioritise unlocking potential in every individual. Our diverse, inclusive community ensures your contributions are valued, while your work has a tangible and celebrated impact.
Key values include:
- Local community rootedness with strong links to businesses, industry, and universities.
- Shared mission: elevating skills, creating opportunities, shaping futures, and transforming lives.
TSCG is not just a workplace—it’s a place to belong, thrive, and make a difference.
Exceptional Benefits Package
Join us and enjoy a robust benefits package designed to support well-being, growth, and satisfaction:
- 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Generous 15% company pension contribution.
- Subsidised say at onsite cafes including Costa Coffee and staff canteen.
- Employee Assistance Programme (extend support to family members).
- Tailored Professional Development Programme.
- Free onsite parking.
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Appointments typically commence at the minimum pay grade, though upgrading to a higher point, based on experience or salary, is possible at the discretion of the People & Culture Director.
Commitments & Expectations
- Prioritising high teaching and support standards to meet our students’ ambition.
- Championing inclusion, positive employee experiences, and community impact.
- Ensuring the reserve to your very best for all learners—evidenced by our track records of achievement and progression.
Diversity & Safeguarding
TSCG is committed to fostering a fair, inclusive environment:
- Equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, age, religious belief, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
- Disability Confident Employer: Those meeting minimum job requirements will be guaranteed an interview, aligning with safeguarding obligations.
This role mandates:
- Enhanced DBS Check via Disclosure & Barring Services.
- Post-activity barred list checks as required for regulated positions.
- Online safeguarding verification of candidates per 2025 ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ guidelines.
Additional Notes
- Direct applications only are considered.
- Due to high application volumes, responses may not be provided to all applicants. If you’re not called for an interview within three weeks of the closing date, presumption of unsuccessful application stands.
- Anticipated early role closure: Submit applications early to avoid disappointment.
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