Adult & Community Learning Manager

Adult & Community Learning Manager
Location: North Kensington, London, W10
Salary: £47,244 per annum
Working Pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with occasional evening and weekend work)
Contract: Permanent

The Role

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for community development? Do you have the leadership skills to manage adult learning initiatives that truly make a difference? Westway Trust is looking for an Adult & Community Learning Manager to lead our adult education provision and make a positive impact on the North Kensington community.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of a dynamic learning programme within a charitable organisation that works directly with local communities. You’ll work closely with the Senior Manager: Learning and lead a team of dedicated tutors to implement innovative, high-quality adult learning initiatives.

Ready to lead an impactful adult learning programme within a vibrant community? Apply now to join the Westway Trust team and help us continue to shape the future of North Kensington.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the adult and community learning programme, ensuring alignment with the Trust’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement a compelling curriculum that responds to community needs and national policy requirements.
• Provide operational and academic leadership to a diverse team of tutors and staff.
• Oversee the budget for adult learning initiatives and ensure effective resource management.
• Foster a culture of pride and excellence within the team while encouraging continuous professional development.
• Represent Westway Trust externally, advocating for the learning programme within the local community.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, working with external bodies such as Ofsted and awarding organisations.
• Drive quality improvement efforts and support the self-assessment and quality improvement processes.

Company:

Westway Trust is a dynamic and forward-thinking charity located in the heart of Portobello, West London. Established as a beacon of community-driven change, the Westway Trust is rooted in the heart of North Kensington. As a Westway Trust employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fulfilling environment while making a meaningful difference.

The Person

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in adult education.
• A degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• A teaching qualification and a Level 4 TAQA qualification in Internal Quality Assurance or equivalent.
• Experience in curriculum development, including accredited and non-accredited courses.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge of adult learning policies and national standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable: A background in ESOL and knowledge of the local North Kensington area.