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Transform lives at Kendal College

Unlocking Potential - Transforming Lives - Creating Bright Futures

Live and work in Kendal - Cumbria’s gateway to the lakes. Enjoy adventure, culture and stunning landscapes on your doorstep, with a lifestyle as rewarding as your career. Join our talented team and enjoy a fantastic range of benefits from a generous annual leave and pension scheme, to discounts on hair, beauty and gym memberships. Apply today and be part of a community that truly values you.

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Safeguarding Statement

Kendal College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, governors, volunteers and contractors to share this commitment. We are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive environment where all learners can thrive. As part of our safer recruitment practices, all appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with Children's Barred List check, verification of qualifications, social media, identity, right to work in the UK, and satisfactory references. 

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Staff benefits

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Flexible working opportunities

(where applicable)

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CPD opportunities

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Free parking on site

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Staff development opportunities

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Generous annual leave with additional efficiency days

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Employee assistance program

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Generous pension scheme

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Cycle to work scheme

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Enhanced absence pay

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Staff awards, rewards and wellbeing scheme

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Free will writing

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Discounted gym membership

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Enhanced family-friendly pay

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Discounts in our onsite restaurant

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Retail discounts, including Blue Light Card

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Onsite hair and beauty discounts

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Creating bright futures

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Our Vision

We will provide outstanding education and training opportunities that are responsive to the needs of our students and our community. All our actions will help develop our students to deliver positive economic and sustainable environmental change both now and in the future.

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Don’t just take our word for it

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Toni Searles

Biology Lecturer

Teaching at Kendal College allows me to combine my love of teaching and training adults, with the enjoyment of working with teenagers. Meeting students at whichever point in life they join the college, and seeing them not only achieve their potential, but build their confidence in their abilities, brings great job satisfaction. The thank you cards from students on their own are enough to spur me through the busy times! Teaching in FE truly is a job that changes lives.

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Dave Willis

Photography Lecturer

My pathway here I spent much of my career as a professional photographer in adventure sports, tourism and editorial work across the UK, Europe, North America and South America. A chance conversation led me to teach part-time at Kendal College, a natural extension of the workshops I was already running. The challenge and reward of teaching soon made it clear that becoming a full-time photography tutor was the right next step as I looked for new goals and horizons.

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Ash Mukherjee

Careers Lead

I love working at Kendal College because of its supportive, welcoming environment and the inspiring backdrop of the Lake District. Moving from Canada in 2022, I felt instantly at home thanks to the community here. It’s rewarding to share my international marketing, design, and illustration experience while helping students develop skills and confidence for the future.

Available Jobs

Student Experience, Services and Progression Officer Part-time

Closing date: Sunday 13th September 2026

Job overview

Shape Student Futures – Join Our Student Experience Team

Do you enjoy connecting people with opportunities and helping young people prepare for their future careers?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual to support the delivery of work experience and industry placements, working with students, employers, and curriculum teams to create meaningful workplace opportunities. This exciting role will help the College deliver outstanding careers education and achieve the Gatsby Benchmarks.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and all staff are expected to share this commitment.

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time
    18.5 hours per week
  • Salary
    £12,899 actual salary (£25,798 full time salary)
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 13th September 2026
  • Interview date
    Thursday 23rd & Friday 24th September 2026

See the Job Description for full details.

Electrical Workshop Technician Permanent / Part Time

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Job overview

Love working with your hands? Fancy a fresh challenge?

We’re looking for an Electrical Workshop Technician ready to swap tools. Bring your real-world skills into the classroom, inspire students, and help them build the practical know-how they need for their careers.

We’re looking for someone practical, hands-on, and keen to grow. Maybe you’ve already got a Level 2 qualification… maybe you’ve worked on the tools… or maybe you’re ready to switch careers and put your skills to work in a new way.

You’ll:

  • Support practical lessons in our electrical workshops
  • Help learners develop real installation skills
  • Keep the workshop running smoothly

No teaching experience? No problem.
We’ll help you build your qualifications while you earn.

A brilliant stepping stone into the electrical industry
Real career development
A role where what you know really makes a difference

Ready to level up? Join us and help shape the electricians of tomorrow.

 

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, permanent
    26 hours per week over 42 weeks within academic year
  • Salary
    up to £18,503 depending upon qualifications and experience (£26,331 full time wage)
  • Additional

Potential market premium payment of up to £5000 pro rata, depending on experience and qualifications 

  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

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Plumbing Technician Facilitator 37 hours per week | Term Time Only

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Job overview

Join Our Team as a Plumbing Technician Facilitator!

Every great plumber starts with the right guidance. As our Plumbing Technician Facilitator, you’ll play a key role in supporting practical learning, preparing workshops, and ensuring students gain the hands-on experience that employers value. Working alongside teaching staff, you’ll help create a safe, well-equipped environment where future tradespeople can develop the skills that keep homes and communities running.

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time, Term time Only (42 weeks)
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £24,513 -  £26,331 (depending on qualifications and experience), based on a full academic year. 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Careers Lead Part-time / Fixed Term

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Job overview

Careers Lead

Are you passionate about helping young people turn ambition into action? Do you have the drive, creativity and strategic thinking to make careers education truly inspiring?

 

Kendal College is looking for an enthusiastic Careers Lead to champion and shape our careers programme, ensuring every learner has the knowledge, skills, confidence and connections they need to take their next step.

 

You will work across the College and build strong relationships with employers, universities, curriculum teams and external partners to create exciting opportunities and meaningful pathways into employment, apprenticeships, higher education and further study.

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference, lead with purpose and help our learners see and achieve what is possible for their future.

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time
    18.5 hours per week
  • Salary
    £14,989 actual salary (£29,979 full time salary)
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026
  • Interview date
    Wednesday 30th September 2026

See the Job Description for full details.

Inclusion Practitioner Part-Time / Fixed Term until 31.08.2027

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Job overview

Inclusion Practitioner

We are seeking a caring and committed Inclusion Practitioner to provide high-quality learning support for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities across a range of programmes.

Working closely with curriculum teams and the Learning Services Team, you will help create an inclusive, supportive learning environment where all learners can participate, progress and achieve their potential.

You will support learners in and out of the classroom, encourage independence, promote positive behaviour and respect, and contribute to monitoring progress and learning outcomes.

This is a flexible and rewarding role where no two days are the same, and your support will make a real difference to learners’ experience and success.

All staff share responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, Fixed Term Contract until 31.08.2027
    20 hours per week, Term-Time only
  • Salary
    £11, 488.29 actual salary (based on a full year of 38 weeks worked) 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

CIS Business Administrator Apprentice Full Time | Apprenticeship | Fixed Term for duration of Apprenticeship

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Job overview

Kickstart Your Career as a CIS Business Administrator Apprentice!

Are you organised, enthusiastic, and ready to dive into the world of education administration? Kendal College is looking for a CIS Business Administrator Apprentice to support our CIS team with student enrolment, registers, attendance, and all things admin. 

You’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team, helping to keep everything running smoothly while gaining hands-on experience and building your skills. If you’re tech-savvy, love keeping things organised, and enjoy working in a fast-moving, collaborative environment, this apprenticeship is your chance to learn, grow, and make a real difference!

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time - Temporary post for the duration of the apprenticeship.
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £24,455
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

SENCo Part Time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 20th September 2026

Job overview

Join Us as a SENCo: Lead Inclusion, Empower Every Learner!

We’re looking for a dedicated and dynamic Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to lead the development of our SEND provision and drive the successful implementation of our inclusion policy. Join us in creating an environment where every learner, regardless of their needs, has the opportunity to excel and achieve alongside their peers. If you’re ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, permanent
    14.8 hours per week
  • Salary
    £16,415 - £17,411, actual depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 20th September 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Apprenticeship Administrator Part Time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 27th September 2026

Job overview

Apprenticeship Administrator

Are you organised, proactive and enjoy a role where no two days are the same? 

We’re looking for an Apprenticeship Administrator to join our busy team, providing essential administrative support to apprentices, employers and colleagues. You’ll play a key role in keeping learner records accurate and up to date, processing enrolments and paperwork, responding to enquiries, supporting the Digital Apprenticeship Service and ensuring information is processed efficiently and deadlines are met. If you have excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and a positive, flexible approach, we’d love to hear from you. 

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time
    22.5 hours per week
  • Salary
    £15,034 actual salary based on 22.5 hours
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 27th September 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

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