Seren Hub Coordinator (South Wales) - Expiring soon!
Posted 16/07/2024 by Equal Education Partners
Overview
Are you passionate about education and empowering students? Equal Education Partners invite you to join Seren, the Welsh Government’s flagship higher education access program, as a Seren Hub Coordinator, with responsibility for Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.
About Seren
Seren is a collaborative initiative that brings together Welsh Government, state schools, colleges, leading universities, alumni, local authorities, and third-sector organizations. The mission is to provide comprehensive support and guidance to learners attending state schools, helping them successfully gain admission to competitive higher education institutions and courses. The program spans Year 8 to Year 13, ensuring that all eligible students across Wales have equal access to opportunities, regardless of their economic background, personal situation, or location.
Requirements
Your Role:
- As a dedicated Hub Coordinator, you’ll be at the heart of the program, acting as the main point of contact for learners, teachers, tutors, parents, and carers.
- Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and coordinating the implementation of the Seren program across the designated region in South Wales.
- Guiding learners through a carefully curated program of activities, both nationally and regionally.
- Organizing face-to-face events, workshops, and seminars to enhance students’ understanding of higher education pathways.
- Collaborating with schools, colleges, and universities to create additional opportunities, such as the London Links trip and debating competitions.
- Collaborate with the Welsh Government policy team, national programme delivery partners and other Regional Leads to share best practices and ensure consistency across regions.
- Providing ongoing support and mentorship to help learners navigate the various stages of their educational journey.
- Advocating for students’ academic potential and ensuring they succeed on highly selective degree programs.
Qualifications and Skills:
To excel in this role, you should have:
- Experience in education, youth development, or a related field (ideally specifically in the context of higher education access).
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- A passion for promoting educational equity and social mobility. Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
Benefits
Why Join Seren?
By becoming a Seren Hub Coordinator, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Wales’ most able state-educated learners. You’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to fostering excellence, unlocking potential, and creating pathways to leading universities. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners and contribute to the growth of our nation.
About Equal Education Partners
Equal Education Partners is a specialist education services provider committed to facilitating education, the right way. We are recruiting for this role on behalf of local Welsh government.
Equal Education Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
- Contact Name:
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- Job Reference:
- F81F2BF9FB
- Job ID:
- 1277000000000149549
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