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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

Hair Technician Facilitator 22.5 hours per week | Term Time Only

Closing date: Wednesday 11th November 2026

Job overview

Join Our Team as a Hair Technician Facilitator!

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and organised individual to support the effective running and development of our salon facilities. The role will involve maintaining a professional, safe and realistic working salon environment that supports teaching, learning, lecturing and practical demonstrations.

Working closely with lecturers and learners, you will provide practical demonstrations, coaching and guidance, as well as observing and assessing learners' work to support the development of their skills, knowledge and confidence. You will also play an important role in promoting the salon, its courses and external learning opportunities, helping to raise awareness and maximise its potential.

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of Health and Safety across the department and will actively contribute to creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive learning environment. The role also carries a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring that appropriate safeguarding procedures and practices are always followed.

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, Term time Only (42 weeks)
    22.5 hours per week
  • Salary
    £14,907 - £16,012 (depending on qualifications and experience), based on a full academic year. 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 11th November 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Plumbing Technician Facilitator 37 hours per week | Term Time Only

Closing date: Sunday 15th November 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 15th November 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Link 2 Tutor Part Time / Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 15th November 2026

Job overview

Make a lasting difference. Empower learners to achieve their potential.

We're looking for a passionate and dedicated Link 2 Tutor to inspire and support Foundation Learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) as they develop the skills, confidence, and independence they need for adulthood. If you believe in learner-centred education, enjoy creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences, and want to be part of a supportive team that changes lives every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Whether you're an experienced tutor or an industry professional ready to take your first step into teaching, we'll support your development, including helping you gain a teaching qualification if needed.

Salary

  • Contract: Permanent, Part-time

  • Hours: 11.1 hours per week (0.3 FTE)

  • Salary: £9,775  - £11,606 per annum (actual salary)
    (Full-time equivalent: £32,584 - £38,686 per annum)

  • Closing Date: Sunday 15th November 2026
  • Interview Date: To be confirmed

1st Line IT Network Apprentice 37 hours per week / Fixed Term Contract

Closing date: Sunday 22nd November 2026

Job overview

Join Our Team as a 1st Line IT Network Apprentice

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated 1st Line Network Technician Apprentice to join our IT team. This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in IT, combining structured apprenticeship learning with valuable hands-on experience alongside experienced colleagues. You will provide first-line technical support to staff and learners while developing skills across user support, endpoint devices, Microsoft 365, network connectivity, account administration, cyber security, asset management and technical documentation. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a successful career in IT, while delivering a professional, inclusive and customer-focused service.

The role also carries a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, ensuring that appropriate safeguarding procedures and practices are always followed.

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time, 16 months fixed-term contract
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £24,455, based on a full academic year. 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 22nd November 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Joinery & Construction Skills Tutor Part Time / Full Time

Closing date: Sunday 22nd November 2026

Job overview

Joinery and Construction Skills Tutor

Are you passionate about joinery and construction and enthusiastic about inspiring the next generation of skilled craftspeople? We are looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Joinery & Construction Skills Tutor to join our team, with the opportunity for the successful candidate to also undertake Curriculum Lead responsibilities.

You will play a key role in developing and delivering stimulating, industry-relevant programmes, providing high-quality teaching and learning, and supporting learner retention, achievement and progression. You will help ensure a safe, supportive and well-resourced learning environment, contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement, and support the wider strategic objectives of the College. This is an exciting opportunity to share your industry expertise, shape the future of construction skills and make a real difference to learners’ futures.

 

Salary

Key Information

Hours: Part-time to full-time, 0.8–1.0 FTE (29.6–37 hours per week).

Salary: Dependent on role, qualifications and experience.

Role

0.8 FTE

1.0 FTE

Tutor

£26,067–£30,949

£32,584–£38,686

Curriculum Lead

£32,830–£34,822

£41,037–£43,527

All salaries are annual and will be pro rata for part-time hours.

Closing date: Midnight, Sunday 22 November 2026.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

 

See the Job Description for full details.

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