Project Support Lead - Raising Income Through Skills and Education (RISE)

0.5 FTE / 17.5 hours per week - Fixed Term until June 2027 - Salary is pro rata

Glasgow Kelvin College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Project Support Lead to play a key role in the planning, coordination, delivery and ongoing development of our Raising Income Through Skills and Education (RISE) programme.
 
The successful candidate will lead the operational management of RISE funded provision, supporting priority learners to access skills, training and progression opportunities that improve employability and contribute to tackling poverty. Working across both community based settings and College programmes, you will develop inclusive learning opportunities for parents, carers and individuals facing barriers to participation.
 
You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to create effective pathways into education, training and employment. You will also lead project monitoring and evaluation activities, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and demonstrating positive learner outcomes.

Glasgow Kelvin College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Project Support Lead to play a key role in the planning, coordination, delivery and ongoing development of our Raising Income Through Skills and Education (RISE) programme.

The successful candidate will lead the operational management of RISE funded provision, supporting priority learners to access skills, training and progression opportunities that improve employability and contribute to tackling poverty. Working across both community based settings and College programmes, you will develop inclusive learning opportunities for parents, carers and individuals facing barriers to participation.

You will work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners to create effective pathways into education, training and employment. You will also lead project monitoring and evaluation activities, ensuring compliance with funding requirements and demonstrating positive learner outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of RISE-funded programmes.
• Design and implement flexible and inclusive learning opportunities.
• Develop learner pathways that support engagement, progression and positive destinations.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with external agencies and community organisations.
• Monitor learner engagement, retention, progression and outcomes in line with funding requirements.
• Analyse data and produce reports demonstrating project impact and compliance.
• Support and guide staff involved in programme delivery.
• Oversee programme administration, documentation and resource management.
• Lead outreach and engagement activities.
• Promote learner voice, participation and continuous improvement.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Knowledge:

• Community Learning and Development competencies, values and ethics.
• Local and national policies relating to CLD, employability and tackling poverty.
• Programme design and delivery within community and employability settings.
• Partnership and multi-agency working.
• Monitoring, evaluation and reporting requirements associated with funded programmes.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competence in data management, reporting and ICT systems.
• Ability to motivate and support learners and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience:

• Experience delivering CLD, employability or community-based programmes.
• Experience planning and managing projects or funded activities.
• Experience monitoring outcomes and reporting against targets.
• Experience engaging priority groups and supporting learner progression.
• Experience working with partners and multi-agency networks.

Benefits

• Access to a generous Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Hybrid working (dependent on the needs of the service).
• Annual Leave – 33 days per annum plus 12 public holidays.
• Professional Development Review process.
• Extensive staff development opportunities and events.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Mileage Allowance for travel on College business.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible Working and Family Friendly policies.
• Enhanced Sick Pay scheme.
• Wellbeing initiatives including access to sports facilities and fitness activities.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 23:59 on 6th July 2026.
 
Interviews are expected to take place on 21 July 2026.

Interviews are expected to take place on 21 July 2026.

About Glasgow Kelvin College

About Glasgow Kelvin College:Glasgow Kelvin College seeks to provide learning opportunities of the highest quality, which engages learners from the widest range of backgrounds, and supports their progression to employment or to further study. We play a vital role in providing accessible vocational and core-skills learning and you will have the opportunity help us create progression opportunities for learners and makes a positive impact on the communities we serve.

We deliver high-quality programmes, from introductory to degree level, to around 15,000 students each year from three campus buildings in the North and Northeast of Glasgow and through a large network of community-based centres. The College works with partners to create inclusive progression opportunities in a vibrant and sustainable environment for our learners.

Roles within the College are subject to the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme and as such the successful candidate(s) will be required to make an application for membership under the Scheme.

At Glasgow Kelvin College, we are committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diverse society we serve. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we actively seek to attract talent from a wide range of backgrounds. Our goal is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We are dedicated to being an employer of choice by prioritising diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Our inclusive policies and practices ensure that every team member experiences a strong sense of belonging and can thrive both personally and professionally. We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee to interview applicants who meet the essential job requirements. 

Join us at Glasgow Kelvin College and be part of a team that celebrates diversity and champions inclusion. Your unique perspective and experiences are not just welcomed—they are essential to our collective success.

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