Doncaster College
FIXED TERM - Engagement & Development Specialist
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Engagement & Development Specialist – Fixed-Term Position
About The Role
We are seeking a talented and people-focused Engagement & Development Specialist to join our dynamic People Services team for a fixed-term period (until December 2026). This is a fantastic opportunity for an L&D or engagement professional who enjoys variety and is motivated by making a visible impact in a shorter timeframe.
As part of the organisation development (OD) function, you’ll work closely with the Associate Director (HR), Internal Communications Assistant, Talent Acquisition Manager, and OD Administrator. Your role will focus on shaping and delivering initiatives that support:
- Workforce capability
- Colleague experience
- Inclusion and cultural evolution
You’ll split your time between:
- Designing and delivering high-quality learning experiences
- Shaping engagement initiatives (including surveys, recognition programmes, and wellbeing strategies)
- Facilitating workshops, coaching, and cultural discussions
This is a flexible, group-based role, with work across our campus sites in Doncaster and Scunthorpe.
Key Responsibilities
- Learning & Development:
- Design, deliver, and evaluate learning interventions aligned to organisational priorities
- Facilitate workshops and development sessions to build capability and confidence across teams
- Provide 1:1 and group coaching for individual and team performance
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Employee Engagement:
- Plan and deliver employee engagement initiatives (e.g., surveys, wellbeing activities, recognition programmes)
- Analyse engagement data and feedback to drive improvements
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Stakeholder & Relationship Management:
- Build trusted partnerships with managers and stakeholders across development and engagement
- Facilitate co-creation discussions and feedback sessions
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Impact & Reporting:
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on learning and engagement outcomes
- Champion continuous improvement, inclusion, and wellbeing
Essential Criteria
- Experience designing and delivering training/workshops in a workplace environment
- Hold a recognised coaching qualification (e.g., ILM, ICF or equivalent)
- Experience supporting employee engagement (e.g., surveys, wellbeing programmes, internal events)
- Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional organisation, prioritisation, and time management (able to handle multiple demands)
- GCSE English and Maths at Level 2 (or equivalent)
Why Join Us?
Work-Life Balance:
- 30 days’ annual leave + bank holidays and Christmas closure
- Profit-sharing contributions (pro-rated for contract duration)
Professional Growth:
- Impactful portfolio-building in L&D and engagement
- City & Guilds Advanced Level 3 in Advanced Training Practice (qualification) with accelerated delivery via employability & coaching
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Wellbeing Support:
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Same-day GP appointments
- Employer-subsidised retail benefits
- Electric car scheme
On-Site Benefits:
- Great coffee & food hall
- Discounted hair/beauty/floristry services
- On-site gym (located within DNkm employee wellness campus)
- Vibrant campus environment
Additional Information
Safer Recruitment:
- Social media checks for shortlisted candidates
- Enhanced DBS check for successful applicants
- Checking per organisation recruitment policy
Right to Work:
- Candidates must have UK work authorisation
About Us
DN Colleges Group transforms lives through learning. Our ** studenti-centred approach** spans Doncaster, Scunthorpe, and beyond, connecting students, stakeholders, and employers across Sheffield, Humber, Lincolnshire, and internationally. Our core values drive our daily work:
- Ambition – We achieve the highest standards
- Support – We foster a caring, safe, and inclusive environment
- Partnership – Collaborative, goal-oriented working
- Innovation – Creative and agile in solving challenges
- Responsibility – Individual and collective accountability
- Equality – Integrity, openness, respect (upholding the KCSIE and Safe Staffing Policy)
Contact: staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk
Closing Date: 12/07/2026
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