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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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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

Early Years Tutor Part-time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 14th December 2025

Job overview

Early Years Tutor – Join Our Dynamic Team!

Are you passionate about working with children and looking to take the next step into teaching in Further Education? Or are you an experienced Lecturer in Early Years, Education, or Childhood Studies seeking a new and rewarding challenge?

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and well-qualified candidate to join our exceptional team as a Lecturer. This role offers the chance to inspire and engage students, sharing your expertise in Early Years, Education, or Childhood Studies, while contributing to a supportive and forward-thinking learning environment.


Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, permanent
    14.8 hours per week
  • Salary
    £12,532 to £14,879, actual depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 14th December 2025
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Carpentry & Joinery Workshop Technician Permanent / Term Time Only

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Love joinery? Love helping others learn the craft?
We’re on the lookout for a Joinery Workshop Technician to bring real-world know-how and hands-on energy to our Construction team!

You’ll help students turn timber into talent, supporting practical sessions, keeping our workshops running smoothly, and sharing your passion for all things joinery.

If you’ve got industry experience, solid organisation skills, and enjoy being part of a friendly, can-do team, you’ll fit right in. Tech-savvy? Even better!

Join us and help shape the next generation of skilled joiners, while having a bit of fun along the way!

Salary

  • permanent, term time only
    18.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year
  • Salary
    £12,256 to £13,165 depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026

Electrical Workshop Technician Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 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)
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

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A Level Business Tutor Part-time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Passionate about Business? Love teaching?

Join a creative, collaborative team where learning is engaging and relevant. Experience teaching A-level Business in Further Education, as well as T-Level or BTEC Business, is desirable. You’ll need strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and the flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

A Level 5 qualification is essential, and while teaching experience is an advantage, it isn’t required we can support you in gaining your teaching qualification.

If you’re enthusiastic about business and eager to make a real impact in the classroom, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, permanent
    18.5 hours per week
  • Salary
    £16,292 to £19,343, actual depending upon qualifications and experience (full time wage £38,686)
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Land Based Technician Facilitator 37 hours per week | Term Time Only | Fixed Term contract

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Join Our Team as a Land Based Technician Facilitator!

Kendal College is seeking an enthusiastic Animal Care Technician Facilitator to care for our animals, support learners, and help maintain high-quality facilities. You’ll assist teaching and assessment, ensure a safe learning environment, contribute to out-of-hours care, and support key logistics, including occasional minibus driving. If you’re passionate about animal care and education, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary

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  • Full-time, Fixed Term until 31.08.2026
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £24,513 -  £26,331 (depending on qualifications and experience), based on a full academic year.
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 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 4th January 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

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  • Full-time - Temporary post for the duration of the apprenticeship.
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £24,433
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Tutor in Theatre & Event Technology Permanent - Part-Time

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Inspiring Passion – Building Expertise – Shaping Futures

Are you passionate about live events and theatre technology? Do you have the industry experience to inspire the next generation of creative professionals?

We are seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable professional to join our Theatre & Event Technology team delivering UAL Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications. This is an exciting opportunity to share your expertise in one of the most stunning locations in the UK – the Lake District – while shaping the future of the creative industries.

At the heart of our provision is The Box Theatre—a professional performance space managed by students. Our learners gain hands-on experience by collaborating with leading local venues and events such as the Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal Calling, and the Kendal Mountain Film Festival. This real-world exposure culminates in an ambitious end-of-year musical theatre production, where students design, run, and manage all technical aspects, showcasing their skills in a live professional setting.

Salary

  • Part-time, permanent
    29.6 hours (0.8 FTE)
  • Salary
    £26,067 - £30,949 actual depending upon qualifications and experience
  • Closing date
    Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

Maths Tutor Part Time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Empower Minds Through Maths!

Are you passionate about making maths meaningful and accessible for learners, including at A Level? We’re seeking an inspiring tutor to help students strengthen understanding, boost confidence, and reach their full academic potential. Join a team dedicated to helping every learner succeed.

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, permanent
    18.5 hours per week (0.5 FTE)
  • Salary
    £16,292 - £19,343 actual depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Joinery Tutor Full Time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Make an Impact in Joinery!

Do you have a genuine passion for Carpentry and Joinery?

Are you motivated by the opportunity to inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople?

Kendal College is looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Joinery Tutor to help deliver outstanding teaching and learning across our Carpentry & Joinery programmes. We’re seeking someone qualified to at least Level 3 who can share their expertise with learners in a dynamic, supportive, and engaging way.

While previous teaching experience is an advantage, it’s not essential. If you bring the skills, confidence, and enthusiasm to guide our students, we will provide full support for you to achieve a formal teaching qualification alongside your role.

Salary

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  • Full-time, permanent (open to applicants who want part-time hours)
    37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
  • Salary
    £32,584 - £38,686 actual depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Psychology Tutor Part Time | Fixed Term Contract

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Job overview

Bring Psychology to Life at Kendal College!

Are you driven by the desire to inspire the next generation of learners? 

Kendal College is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Psychology Lecturer to join our dedicated team, delivering exceptional A-Level teaching. We are looking for an educator who can bring Psychology to life, who communicates with clarity, energy, and passion to ignite curiosity and deepen understanding in our students.

With state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive, forward-thinking environment, Kendal College provides an exceptional setting for talented educators to flourish and make a meaningful impact.

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, Fixed term contract until 03.07.2026
    11.1 hours per week (0.3 FTE)
  • Salary
    £9,775 - £11,606 annual salary depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 4th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Chief Operating Officer Full Time | Permanent

Closing date: Monday 19th January 2026

Job overview

Chief Operating Officer

Kendal College is Cumbria’s gateway to the lakes, a beautiful place to learn, live, work, and explore. The college provides an educational offer to students of all ages, including full-time courses, part-time courses, higher education and apprenticeships. The local area's economic well-being is supported by providing courses for adults to help them re-enter the job market and improve their employment prospects. Our courses include a range of vocational, academic and higher education courses, as well as apprenticeships across our three sites in Kendal. We are committed to providing outstanding education and training opportunities that are responsive to the needs of our students and our community.

As our Chief Financial Officer, you will provide strategic leadership for finance, estates, ICT, procurement and risk to support the college’s mission and strategic plan. Reporting to the Principal and Chief Executive and as a member of the Executive and Senior Leadership Team, you will act as the college’s Chief Finance Officer, ensuring compliance with the College Financial Handbook and regulatory frameworks, delivering robust financial management, budgeting and reporting to ensure long‑term viability and value for money. We are looking for someone who will foster a culture of professional excellence, collaboration, equality and diversity across all functional areas, and provide outstanding support to students, staff, and the community.

While FE experience is not essential, the successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate experience working in a highly complex environment, experience working with similarly challenging funding regimes or the ability to quickly learn and adapt.

If you believe that you have the drive, vision, skills, expertise, and enthusiasm to make a difference, this could be the perfect role for you, and we invite you to take the next step.

Salary

Key facts

    • Full-time, Permanent
      37 hours per week
    • Salary
      £Competitive
    • Closing date
      Monday 19th January 2026
    • Interview date
      Thursday 29th January 2026

See the Job Description for full details.

Head of MIS & Reporting Full Time | Permanent

Closing date: Monday 19th January 2026

Job overview

Head of MIS & Reporting


The Head of MIS will lead all aspects of MIS and data, funding and ILR returns, reporting and exams, admissions and enrolment, learner support, bursaries and student services. As the college’s expert on FE, HE, Apprenticeship and other funding streams, they will provide high-quality data and insight to support decision-making, planning and performance, and contribute robust evidence to curriculum planning. They will enhance MIS systems to improve the learner journey, streamline processes and maximise user experience, while managing high-performing teams across key service areas. Working closely with finance, they will ensure accurate forecasting, reporting and oversight of learner support and bursary funds, championing a culture of data-driven decision-making, innovation, compliance and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will need to be able to demonstrate experience working in a highly complex environment, experience working with similarly challenging funding regimes or the ability to quickly learn and adapt.

If you believe that you have the drive, vision, skills, expertise, and enthusiasm to make a difference, this could be the perfect role for you, and we invite you to take the next step.

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time, Permanent
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £45,711 - £49,877 depending on qualifications and experience
  • Closing date
    Monday 19th January 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

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