Personal Development Facilitator

Are you passionate about supporting learners to develop the skills and attitudes needed for success in life and work? Doncaster College is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Personal Development Facilitator to join our Student Services team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learners’ personal growth and wellbeing.

About the Role

You will facilitate the delivery of the College’s Personal Development (PD) curriculum, helping learners build confidence, resilience, and employability skills. Working closely with curriculum teams and support services, you’ll contribute to a positive learner experience and help students thrive beyond their technical and vocational studies.

Essential Criteria

To be successful in this role, you must have:

A relevant vocational or professional qualification at Level 3 or above.

GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (or willingness to work towards).

Experience supporting learners in a teaching, tutoring, mentoring or coaching role.

Ability to manage and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver group PD sessions in line with the College’s PD Scheme of Learning.

Support learners in developing employability, time management, and life skills.

Maintain accurate learner records using electronic systems (e.g. ProSuite).

Collaborate with curriculum and support teams to address learner needs.

Contribute to the development of PD resources and staff training materials.

Why join us?

Competitive salary

30 Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.

Professional development opportunities.

Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.

On-site gym & florist (site dependent).

Subsidised canteen & coffee shops.

Additional Information

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Closing date: 18th August 2025

For further information about the role, please contact:staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk

Join us in shaping confident, capable learners—apply today and make a difference in Doncaster.