Overview
Reference: CCC00394
Description: Make a Lasting Impact on Learning and Careers in Cambridge
Cambridge City Council is looking for an experienced and passionate individual to co-lead the delivery of the Region of Learning programme. This initiative is designed to enhance learning, career pathways, and skills development across Cambridge and the wider Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area. If you are an ambitious leader with a strong background in education, employability, or skills development, this is a unique opportunity to drive real change.
You will:
Oversee the development and delivery of the Region of Learning project, ensuring key performance indicators and outcomes are met.
Develop and maintain partnerships with employers, education providers, local authorities, and funding bodies.
Ensure effective financial management, monitoring project income and expenditure in line with budgets.
Lead on service agreements, procurement, and contracts to support project delivery.
Drive innovation through digital technology and place-based learning interventions.
Monitor and evaluate project impact, using data-driven approaches to improve outcomes.
To succeed in this role, you’ll need: Significant experience in managing complex projects within learning, skills, or careers development. A proven track record of working with disadvantaged young people or those at risk of poor employment outcomes. Strong leadership skills, with experience in managing teams and stakeholder relationships. Knowledge of the local labour market, employer engagement, and skills development trends. Experience with funding applications, budget management, and procurement processes. A strategic, data-driven mindset to measure project success and drive improvements.
What we can offer:
Family friendly policies
Agile and Flexible working
Generous annual leave allowance 25 days’ per annum, rising to 30 days’ after five years continuous service; plus 8 days public holidays (pro rata for part time).
Flexible Bank Holidays
Annual leave purchasing scheme
Access to the highly valued Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Additional Voluntary Contribution (Shared AVC) Scheme
A variety of learning and development opportunities via a range of sources and methods
Confidential advice and support via the Employee Assistance Programme
Health and well-being programme
Professional Membership Fees paid for, dependent on the role
Subsidy for public transport
Relocation Assistance may be payable in approved cases
Staff reward and recognition framework
Hours: This is a part-time role, for 22.2 hours per week.
Contract: Fixed Term ending 31 March 2026.
Salary: £40,476 – £45,718 per annum (City Pay Band 6), pro rata for part time.
Location: This is flexible – working in Cambridge on site or at one of our offices or working from home. You will be able to balance your work location accordingly.
More Information:
You can click on the links here to find out more information about Staff Pay and Benefits, Working for the Council, our Values & Behaviours, Equality & Diversity in Recruitment or Our People & Culture Strategy.
If you would like an informal chat, please contact Beth McCabe on 01223 457394 or email beth.mccabe@cambridge.gov.uk
Application Process:
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Salary: *GBP*40,476 – *GBP*45,718 per annum (City Pay Band 6), pro rata for part time.
Package:
Contractual hours: 22.2
Basis: Job share
