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Learner Engagement Officer\n\nSalary: £35,000 – £40,000\nLocation: Sunderland, Northeast England\nContract: Full-time | Permanent\n\nWe are seeking a Learner Engagement Officer to support learner recruitment, outreach, and enrolment across Adult Skills Fund (ASF) programmes and Skills Bootcamps.\n\nThis role is ideal for someone passionate about helping adults access education, develop skills, and move into employment. You will work closely with Job Centres, community organisations, and referral partners to identify and engage learners who can benefit from training and employability programmes.\n\nAbout the Organisation\n\nYou will be joining a forward-thinking training provider delivering Adult Education Budget (AEB) programmes, employability training, and Skills Bootcamps designed to help adults progress into employment or further learning.\n\nThe organisation offers a supportive and collaborative culture focused on learner success, social impact, and professional development.\n\nWhat’s on offer:\n\n * \n\n Supportive and inclusive working environment\n\n * \n\n Opportunities to gain Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) qualifications\n\n * \n\n Ongoing training and career development\n\n * \n\n Flexible and collaborative culture\n\n * \n\n The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within local communities\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Learner Engagement Officer, you will recruit and engage adults onto funded AEB courses and employability programmes.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n\n * \n\n Promote and recruit learners onto AEB courses and Skills Bootcamps\n\n * \n\n Build relationships with Job Centres, community organisations, and referral partners\n\n * \n\n Engage unemployed or under-employed adults who can benefit from training\n\n * \n\n Support learner enrolment and onboarding\n\n * \n\n Provide Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to prospective learners\n\n * \n\n Organise outreach events and recruitment activities\n\n * \n\n Monitor recruitment activity and report against targets\n\n * \n\n Maintain accurate learner records and enrolment data\n\n * \n\n Support learners throughout their learning journey\n\nAbout You\n\nEssential:\n\n * \n\n Experience within Adult Education, Employability, or Skills Training\n\n * \n\n Experience in learner recruitment, outreach, engagement, or enrolment\n\n * \n\n Knowledge of AEB programmes or Skills Bootcamps\n\n * \n\n Strong communication and relationship-building skills\n\n * \n\n Good organisational and IT skills\n\nDesirable:\n\n * \n\n IAG qualification or willingness to work towards one\n\n * \n\n Experience working with Job Centres or community partners\n\nApply Now\n\nIf you’re passionate about helping adults access education, training, and employment opportunities, this role offers the chance to make a real impact while developing your career in Adult Education and Employability

Learner Engagement Officer / Learner Recruitment Officer\n\nSalary: £35,000 – £40,000\nLocation: Sunderland\nContract: Full-time | Permanent\n\nWant a role where your ability to connect with people directly changes lives? This opportunity puts you at the centre of community engagement, helping individuals access education, develop skills, and move into employment.\n\nThe Organisation\n\nYou’ll be joining a dynamic and purpose-driven training provider delivering Adult Education, Employability, and Skills programmes across the UK. Their focus is on creating real opportunities, supporting adults into sustainable employment, further education, and long-term career pathways.\n\nWith strong partnerships across the North East, they work closely with job centres, community organisations, and employers to ensure their provision is relevant and impactful. The culture is collaborative, supportive, and built on trust—where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued.\n\nWhy join:\n\n * Inclusive and supportive team environment\n\n * Ongoing CPD and opportunities to gain qualifications such as IAG\n\n * A culture that promotes autonomy, collaboration, and innovation\n\n * Strong focus on learner outcomes and social impact\n\n * Recognition for both staff contributions and learner success\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Learner Engagement Officer, you will drive learner recruitment and engagement across AEB-funded programmes and skills bootcamps throughout the North East. This is a highly relationship-driven role, combining outreach, stakeholder engagement, and learner support to ensure individuals are successfully enrolled and supported into training.\n\nKey responsibilities:\n\n * Promote AEB courses, employability programmes, and skills bootcamps\n\n * Recruit and enrol learners onto funded training programmes\n\n * Build and maintain partnerships with job centres, community groups, and referral organisations\n\n * Identify and engage unemployed or under-employed individuals\n\n * Act as a key point of contact, providing Information, Advice, and Guidance (IAG)\n\n * Support learner onboarding and enrolment processes\n\n * Organise and attend outreach events, engagement sessions, and recruitment drives\n\n * Monitor performance against learner recruitment targets and KPIs\n\n * Maintain accurate learner records and ensure compliance\n\n * Provide ongoing support and guidance throughout the learner journey\n\n * Stay updated with AEB funding rules and programme requirements\n\nIdeal Candidate\n\nYou are a proactive and confident communicator who enjoys working with communities and building strong partnerships.\n\nEssential:\n\n * Experience within Adult Education, Employability, or Skills Training\n\n * Background in learner recruitment, engagement, or outreach\n\n * Knowledge of AEB programmes or skills bootcamps\n\n * Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills\n\n * Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities\n\n * Strong organisational and time management skills\n\n * Ability to work independently while contributing to a wider team\n\n * Good IT and digital skills\n\nDesirable:\n\n * IAG qualification or willingness to work towards one\n\n * Experience working with job centres or community organisations\n\n * Understanding of adult education funding and learner support frameworks\n\nApply Now\n\nIf you’re looking for a role where your work has a direct impact on people’s futures, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in learner engagement and employability. Apply now and help individuals across the North East access the skills and opportunities they need to succeed