Learning Adviser
- Multiple Locations
- Full Time
- £25,992 - £27,711 per annum
Fixed Term 1 Year
Learn Devon is seeking to recruit a Learning Adviser to join our CIAG team, as we believe that adult learners should be offered outstanding support and exceptional teaching.
We are looking to recruit a full time Learning Adviser on a 1 year fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. Ideally applicants will be based in mid or west Devon, however we work across the county and there could be the option to be based in one of our other centres in Devon, for the right candidate.
The Learning Adviser team is committed to supporting learners to overcome barriers to engagement and progression, and to empower our learners to make informed choices regarding work, learning, and voluntary opportunities through wraparound information, advice and guidance (IAG).
Key responsibilities and skills of the Learning Adviser role:
- Maintain a public profile across Devon, developing and fostering relationships in the community and offering impartial career advice that meets individual’s skills, interests, and aspirations.
- Have good digital skills to support learners and colleagues both remotely and face to face.
- Provide an excellent customer focused service that supports our learners onto the right course for them or appropriate signposting to other organisations.
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team, to find solutions to the barriers our learners face.
- Foster a safe and inspiring learning experience.
- Develop an understanding of learner needs, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and work with colleagues to enable information-gathering to support exam access arrangements to be in place, in a timely way.
- Have effective communication skills across all media ensuring effective data management and confidentiality.
- To participate and represent Learn Devon in marketing, learning and careers events.
Reporting into the CIAG Team Leader, the Learning Adviser team will work together to provide a professional service that enhances and supports the quality and delivery of Learn Devon. You will be actively involved in your own continuous professional development and be able to work planned evenings and occasional weekends. The ability to travel across the county is essential.
If you are passionate about adult education and possess the necessary qualifications, experience, and enthusiasm to make a positive impact on the lives of our learners, we would love to hear from you.
Interview Date: 14th May 2025
For an informal discussion, please contact Ruth Peirson, CIAG Team Leader. ruth.peirson@devon.gov.uk
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
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- DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
- Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
- We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
- This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
- Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
- For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
- We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
- This role requires a DBS disclosure.
Reference: REQ007756