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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

Electrical Installation Tutor Full-time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026

Job overview

Step into the classroom and share your expertise!

Teach the trade. Shape the workforce. Influence the industry.

Electrical Lecturers are in massive demand — and that means you can make a big impact right here.

Bring your experience. Bring your passion. We’ll support you to become the educator people remember.

You’ll:

  • Deliver engaging lessons to future electricians

  • Share real site knowledge — the good, the bad, and the sparks

  • Inspire confidence and craftsmanship

We offer:
 Funded teaching qualifications
 Professional development pathways
 A supportive department that values your expertise

This is your chance to give back to the profession that built your future.

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time, permanent
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £32,584 to £38,686, depending upon qualifications and experience (plus £6,000 welcome payment split over 2 years)
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 12th April 2026

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Electrical Workshop Technician Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 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 12th April 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

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Quality Lead Full Time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026

Job overview

Quality Lead – Driving Excellence Every Day

We’re looking for a motivated Quality Lead to champion continuous improvement across the College. You’ll audit, evaluate, and enhance our Quality Assurance procedures, ensuring every process supports our commitment to excellence.

Working closely with Heads of Faculty and key staff, you’ll provide insight and guidance to shape effective quality improvement plans. You’ll also play an important role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

If you’re passionate about raising standards and making a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time, permanent
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £41,037 - £43,527, actual depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 12th April 2026 
  • Interview date
    Tuesday 28th April 2026

See the Job Description for full details.

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

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026

Job overview

Join Our Team as an Animal Care & 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

Key facts

  • 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 12th April 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Plumbing Technician Facilitator 37 hours per week | Term Time Only

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 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 12th April 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

Estates Assistant Permanent / Full Time

Closing date: Sunday 12th April 2026

Job overview

Estates Assistant – Keeping the College Ticking

Looking for a role where no two days are the same? We’re on the hunt for a hands-on, can-do Estates Assistant to help keep our College running smoothly behind the scenes.

From keeping our campuses safe, clean, and well-maintained to being a friendly, visible presence on site, you’ll play a vital part in creating an environment where staff, students, and visitors can thrive. Whether you’re tackling repairs, supporting site safety, or keeping things looking their best, your work will make a real difference every day.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work, and is happy to roll up their sleeves. With responsibilities across three campuses, flexibility and a proactive attitude are key.

Above all, you’ll share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Salary

Key facts

  • Full-time, permanent
    37 hours per week
  • Salary
    £24,721 - £25,367 depending upon qualifications and experience 
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 12th April 2026
  • Interview date
    Thursday 23rd April 2026

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Exams Administrator Part Time | Permanent

Closing date: Sunday 19th April 2026

Job overview

Your Next Challenge: Exams Administrator

Are you super organised and love making things run smoothly? We’re looking for an Exams Administrator to keep our College Information Services department ticking! You’ll support our classroom, work-based learning, and exams teams — helping everything stay on track and stress-free. If you’re detail-driven, proactive, and passionate about supporting learners (and safeguarding them too), we’d love to hear from you!

Salary

Key facts

  • Part-time, permanent, Term Time only (37 weeks)
    24.5 hours per week
  • Salary
    £13,702 actual based on full academic year
  • Closing date
    Midnight, Sunday 19th April 2026
  • Interview date
    TBC

See the Job Description for full details.

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