Vacancies
About Glasgow Kelvin College: Glasgow Kelvin College’s ethos derives from its commitment to Excellence, Progression and Enterprise. It seeks to provide learning opportunities of the highest quality, which engage learners from the widest range of backgrounds, and support their progression to employment or to further study. It seeks to develop enterprise in individuals – as a core skill for learning, life and work; and to support enterprise in both organisations and communities – by developing the capacity of both employers and employees and of community representatives.
Making a Difference: Glasgow Kelvin College plays a vital role in providing accessible vocational and core-skills learning and by joining us, you'll have the opportunity to be part of an organisation that creates inclusive progression opportunities for learners and makes a positive impact on the communities we serve.
At Kelvin: 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.
Vacancies
Executive Personal Assistant (PA) to the Principal and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Glasgow Kelvin College is seeking an exceptional Executive Personal Assistant (PA) to provide high-level, confidential and proactive support to the Principal and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive Executive PA support including complex diary management, meeting coordination and prioritisation of competing demands.
- Prepare briefings, reports, presentations, correspondence and meeting documentation on behalf of the Principal and CEO.
- Manage incoming communications and correspondence, drafting responses and progressing actions as appropriate.
- Act as a key liaison between the Principal and CEO and internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate travel, accommodation, events, stakeholder visits and corporate engagements.
- Produce accurate minutes and ensure actions are monitored and progressed.
- Support governance processes, compliance requirements and organisational priorities.
- Draft, edit and proofread high quality communications, speeches and presentations.
- Maintain effective information management systems, confidential records and stakeholder databases.
- Work collaboratively with senior leaders, Board members, external partners and colleagues across the College to ensure effective communication and delivery of priorities.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications:
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Ideally educated to HND (SCQF level 8) or equivalent in Business Administration or similar or equivalent experience.
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Evidence of commitment of continuous professional development and ongoing learning.
Knowledge:
Demonstrable knowledge of:
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Understanding of high‑level executive support requirements within complex organisations.
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Knowledge of governance frameworks, Board functions and operational requirements.
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Awareness of pressures and expectations associated with senior leadership roles; sector‑specific education knowledge advantageous
Skills and Competencies:
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally to varied audiences.
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Advanced organisational, administrative and systems management capability, including governance and process oversight.
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Strong judgement, autonomy and the ability to perform effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.
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Proactive strategic thinking, with the ability to anticipate needs, identify improvements and resolve emerging issues.
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Excellent stakeholder and relationship building skills, engaging confidently and diplomatically at all levels.
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High levels of emotional intelligence, personal resilience and professionalism when dealing with work demands or in a sensitive or challenging situation.
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Strong analytical, evaluative and problem solving skills, including interpreting data and recommending actionable solutions.
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High digital literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft applications and the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies.
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Proven ability to continually and consistently deliver high‑quality outputs while managing high volumes of work to demanding deadlines.
Experience
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Senior level executive PA experience, including complex diary management, meeting preparation, minute taking and coordinating logistics for high level engagements.
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Experience producing high quality written materials, such as briefings, reports, speeches, presentations and corporate communications for diverse audiences.
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Proven ability to manage confidential information and communication flows, drafting responses, tracking actions and maintaining effective information management systems.
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Strong stakeholder management experience, working with senior leadership teams, Board members and external partners, ensuring professional, timely engagement.
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Experience supporting governance, compliance and organisational processes, including maintaining accurate records and adhering to Data Protection, GDPR and FOI requirements.
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Experience coordinating events and operational activities, managing timelines, risks, briefing materials and cross‑team collaboration to support the Principal and CEO’s office
Head of Enhancement and Assurance
Please refer to the recruitment pack for full details.
Closing date: 12 July 2026 at 11.59pm
Interviews have been scheduled for: Friday 28 July 2026
Key Responsibilities
This role is a key strategic enabler across all four Kelvin 2030 ambitions:
- Our Students: promoting inclusive access, aspiration and success
- Our People: supporting values‑led culture, clarity and engagement
- Our Partners: strengthening influence, employer confidence and alignment to economic priorities
- Our Place: positioning the College as a regional anchor institution for inclusive growth and community impact
- Lead and embed a whole-College approach to quality assurance and enhancement, ensuring consistency, compliance and continuous improvement
- Provide professional leadership to quality, enhancement and teaching development teams
- Influence and support senior leaders and curriculum teams to take ownership of enhancement and performance outcome
- Build strong internal and external partnerships to support innovation, quality improvement and sector engagement
- Operate with a high degree of autonomy, professional judgement and accountability in delivering institutional priorities
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent.
- A recognised teaching qualification, TQFE or equivalent.
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
- Hold GTCS registration
Demonstrable Knowledge of:
- In-depth understanding of the Tertiary Quality Enhancement Framework (TQEF) and the wider Scottish tertiary education quality landscape, including SFC and QAA Scotland.
- Sound knowledge of learning, teaching, and assessment practices in further education.
- Familiarity with self-evaluation frameworks, curriculum design principles, and professional standards for teaching.
- Awareness of digital and pedagogical innovation trends in education.
- Understanding of data-informed quality improvement and performance monitoring.
- The drivers for change within the education and public sector landscape, including skills reform, digital transformation, sustainability, equity and inclusion.
- Effective leadership and management skills to contribute to the development of strategy and delivery.
- Ability to lead and integrate the work of strategic, pedagogical, and operational quality teams into a coherent institutional framework.
- High-level analytical and evaluative skills, including interpreting performance and quality data.
- Excellent communication skills—able to influence, engage, and report clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Competence in digital tools and platforms used in curriculum delivery and evaluation.
- Ability to design and deliver staff development aligned with strategic priorities.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with key partners and stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Significant experience in a quality assurance or enhancement leadership role, ideally in further or tertiary education.
- Proven track record of leading teaching development and quality enhancement initiatives.
- Experience of developing innovative programmes of education and training.
- Experience of working with external quality bodies, including QAA, awarding bodies, or SFC.
- Experience in preparing evaluative reports, managing inspection or review processes, and responding to national quality expectations.
- Evidence of successful budget management and resource planning.
- Demonstrated ability to support the development and implementation of institutional strategies.
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Student Support Accessibility Adviser
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 23.59 on Sunday 5 July 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct specialist assessments to identify accessibility needs and learning barriers, including coordinating and producing Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) assessments and reports in line with SAAS guidance.
- Act as the College’s lead adviser on DSA processes, providing expert advice to students and ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
- Coordinate and implement reasonable adjustments, assistive technology, and funded support, while monitoring effectiveness and carrying out regular reviews.
- Manage student referrals for additional support, delivering needs assessments, one-to-one support, and progress reviews in collaboration with academic teams.
- Build effective relationships with internal departments, external agencies, and support providers to ensure timely, holistic student support.
- Maintain accurate records and data to support reporting, compliance, and service evaluation.
- Deliver training, guidance, and workshops on accessibility, inclusive practice, and assistive technologies to students and staff.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of accessibility services, policies, and procedures.
- Provide high-quality advice and customer service to students, managing communications and supporting day-to-day service delivery.
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and professional standards.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Educated to HNC/SCQF level 7 or equivalent
- Possess, or be working towards, a Professional Development Award (PDA) in Advancing Equality and Diversity through Inclusiveness (SCQF Level 9) – Practising Inclusiveness through Needs-Led Assessment, or an equivalent qualification relating to needs assessment, accessibility, or inclusive practice within education.
- Experience in working in a similar role.
- Demonstrate knowledge of inclusion and disabilities
- Knowledge of Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA) processes and guidance administered by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS).
- Knowledge of assistive technologies and accessibility tools used to support people with disabilities in Further and Higher Education and/or employment.
- Knowledge relating to student support.
- Ability to assess complex support needs and produce clear written recommendations.
- Ability to deliver assistive technology demonstrations and training to students.
- Ability to interpret medical or diagnostic evidence in relation to DSA and educational support needs.
- Ability to produce clear written reports and support recommendations for funding bodies and internal stakeholders.
- Good level of IT Literacy including a working knowledge of MS Word, Teams, Access, and Excel Ability to work online and face to face
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a Team
- Ability to remain calm in demanding situations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Confident and self-motivated
- Potential flexibility to cover evening events as required
- Experience supporting Disabled Students’ Allowance applications or accessibility funding processes within Further or Higher Education and/or employment.
- Experience of assistive technology implementation or training.
- Experience of carrying out DSA, or other funded, needs assessment and subsequent report writing.
- Experience liaising with external funding bodies or specialist support providers.
- Previous experience of working within a customer care and client central environment
- Previous experience of working with a diversity of clients especially those with additional support needs or speakers of other languages advantageous
- Previous experience of working in an advocacy role
Student Support Liaison Officer x 2
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 23.59 on Sunday 5 July 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively engage and support students with additional needs, helping to improve retention and participation.
- Monitor student engagement with support plans, escalating concerns where appropriate.
- Support the delivery and review of tailored support plans and targeted wellbeing initiatives.
- Coordinate alternative assessment arrangements (e.g. scribes, readers, assistive technology).
- Liaise with internal teams to ensure effective implementation of exam support.
- Act as a key link between Student Support Services, faculties and other departments.
- Facilitate clear communication regarding student support plans and progress.
- Maintain accurate records of support plans, reviews and engagement activity.
- Contribute to reporting, tracking outcomes and supporting continuous service improvement.
- Assist with student administration, including UCAS processes and responding to queries.
- Support student review meetings, ensuring actions are recorded and followed up.
- Assist with outreach, pre-entry activities and the promotion of support services.
- Work collaboratively within the Student Support Services team.
- Contribute to process improvements and attend college and external events as required.
- Uphold equality, diversity, data protection and health & safety standards.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and undertake additional duties as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Qualifications:
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Educated to HNC/SCQF level 7 or equivalent
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Experience in working in a similar role
Knowledge:
Demonstrable knowledge of
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Knowledge of additional support needs and inclusive learning practices within Further or Higher Education
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Awareness of assessment arrangements and reasonable adjustments in an educational setting
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Understanding of issues affecting student engagement, retention and wellbeing
Skills and Competencies:
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Knowledge of pastoral care and wellbeing
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Contribute to the delivery of a consistent and high-quality student support service across all campuses.
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Demonstrate knowledge of student issues within Further or Higher Education, Student Funding and the benefits system
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Strong organisational skills to coordinate support plans and review processes
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Ability to monitor student engagement and respond appropriately to emerging concerns
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Ability to maintain accurate records and manage administrative processes relating to student support
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Ability to plan, organise and deliver to deadlines
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Ability to build and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
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Ability to work independently with limited supervision
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Ability to coordinate multiple processes and stakeholders in a busy operational environment.
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Good level of IT Literacy including a working knowledge of MS Word, Teams, Access, and Excel
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Ability to work online and face to face
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Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a Team
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Ability to remain calm in demanding situations
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience:
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Previous experience of working within a Further or Higher Education environment
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Previous experience of working within a customer care and client central environment
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Previous experience of working with a diversity of clients especially those with additional support needs or speakers of other languages advantageous
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Previous experience of working in an advocacy role
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Previous experience of funding issues/money management support
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Experience working with students with additional support needs
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Experience working in a liaison or coordination role across multiple departments
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Experience supporting examination arrangements or assessment adjustments
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Experience of coordinating administrative processes within an educational or support environment.
Student Support Wellbeing Advisor
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is 23.59 on Sunday 5 July 2026.
Anticipated interviews are expected to take place Monday 13 July 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development of a positive wellbeing culture and deliver campaigns and initiatives that enhance students’ physical and mental health awareness.
- Act as a first point of contact for wellbeing support, providing advice, managing referrals, and delivering workshops and activities to build students’ resilience and self-management skills.
- Work closely with Student Support colleagues, academic staff, and external partners to identify and support students at risk, ensuring coordinated and effective interventions.
- Plan, deliver, and promote wellbeing services and represent the service at college and external events.
- Contribute to the development of wellbeing platforms, maintain knowledge of emerging trends, and support continuous improvement of policies and practices.
- Maintain accurate records, support reporting and evaluation, manage communications, and provide general administrative support to the team.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies to enhance the support available to students.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Educated to HNC/SCQF level 7 or equivalent
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the Further Education and/or Higher Education sector.
- Demonstrate knowledge of wellbeing and support
- Knowledge of pastoral care and wellbeing
- Good level of IT Literacy including a working knowledge of MS Word, Teams, Access, and Excel
- Ability to work online and face to face
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a Team
- Ability to remain calm in demanding situations
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Confident and self-motivated
- Potential flexibility to cover evening events as required
- Previous experience of working in a Mental Health/Wellbeing service
- Previous experience of working within a Further or Higher Education environment
- Previous experience of working within a customer care and client central environment
- Previous experience of working in an advocacy role
Project Support Lead - Raising Income Through Skills and Education (RISE)
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
- 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.
- 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 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.
Senior CLD Worker
Glasgow Kelvin College is delighted to invite applications from existing staff for the role of Senior Community Learning & Development Worker.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated practitioner to play a leading role in the coordination, delivery and development of Community Learning and Development (CLD) provision across the College. Working closely with the CLD Manager and wider Community team, you will help shape and deliver high-quality programmes that support young people and communities to achieve positive educational, personal and social outcomes.
The successful candidate will contribute to a range of programmes including Youth Access, Youth Start and Supported Programmes, providing guidance and support to learners while promoting innovative and effective CLD practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of youth work and community learning activities.
- Support young people to overcome barriers to participation, learning and progression.
- Promote safe, inclusive and trauma-informed practice.
- Develop and maintain effective partnerships with schools, local authorities, community organisations and external agencies.
- Support programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting activities.
- Mentor colleagues and contribute to the sharing of best practice across the team.
- Champion learner voice and community engagement initiatives.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
You will have:
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An HNC (SCQF Level 7) or above in Community Learning and Development, Youth Work or a related discipline.
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Experience of delivering Community Learning and Development services.
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Excellent communication, relationship-building and partnership-working skills.
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Experience of developing innovative approaches to engage learners and communities.
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Strong organisational, reporting and ICT skills.
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A commitment to inclusion, equality and learner-centred practice.
Finance and Funding Assistant (Student Funding)
Key Responsibilities
Student Funding Support
- Supporting learners with Student Support Fund applications and online funding processes.
- Assessing eligibility and processing student funding applications in accordance with Scottish Funding Council and SAAS guidance.
- Monitoring learner attendance and engagement to facilitate funding payments.
- Ensuring students receive the maximum support available based on their individual circumstances.
- Providing advice and signposting students to appropriate support services including Advice and Guidance, Citizens Advice and the Department for Work and Pensions.
- Responding to enquiries from students, staff and external stakeholders.
- Providing professional advice and guidance on student funding and finance-related matters.
- Delivering a high-quality service in a busy and fast-paced environment.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
You will have demonstrable knowledge of:
- Student funding or other public funding systems within education, welfare or support services
- Student Funding at FE and HE level (Desirable)
- Student Support Funds at FE and HE level (Desirable)
- Financial administration processes and procedures.
- Computerised financial management systems.
- Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- High levels of accuracy, numeracy and attention to detail.
- Strong ICT skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- A flexible and proactive approach to work.
- Experience of financial administration.
- Experience of working in a busy customer-facing environment.
- Experience supporting customers, learners or service users through complex processes.
Head of Corporate Communications, Brand & External Engagement
Application Deadline: July 08, 2026
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Growth and Income Generation
Location: Glasgow
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: £61,086 - £66,345 / year
Strategic Context
- Our Students: promoting inclusive access, aspiration and success
- Our People: supporting values‑led culture, clarity and engagement
- Our Partners: strengthening influence, employer confidence and alignment to economic priorities
- Our Place: positioning the College as a regional anchor institution for inclusive growth and community impact
It also provides leadership for the Friends of Kelvin programme, a flagship institutional initiative supporting reputation, relationships, opportunity and income diversification.
Key Responsibilities:
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The postholder will:
- Champion Kelvin’s TIME values and inclusive ethos across all communications and engagement activity.
- Provide professional leadership to communications and marketing staff and external partners.
- Build strong internal partnerships to enable whole‑College alignment around strategy and narrative.
- Operate with high levels of professional judgement, discretion and autonomy.
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Please refer to the Recruitment Pack for further details on the specific role responsibilities.
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Corporate Planning and Governance Manager
This role is fixed term for one year.
Glasgow Kelvin College is seeking a highly organised Corporate Planning and Governance Manager to lead the delivery of the College's corporate planning and governance framework. This is a pivotal role, ensuring the Board of Management and its Standing Committees receive high quality and timely information to support transparent, effective and accountable decision making.
Reporting to the Assistant Principal, Estates, Corporate Planning and Governance, you will drive the continuous improvement of governance systems, corporate planning processes and organisational reporting, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and sector best practice. You will also provide leadership for the College's Administration and Executive Support functions, supporting a culture of professionalism, collaboration and continuous improvement.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic planning, strengthen governance arrangements and contribute directly to the success of one of Scotland's colleges.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and continuous improvement of the College's corporate planning framework, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate corporate planning, performance reporting and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to support informed decision-making.
- Provide professional advice and guidance on governance, compliance and Board matters.
- Lead the effective operation of the Board of Management and Standing Committees, ensuring high quality agendas, reports, minutes and governance documentation.
- Monitor governance action plans, audit recommendations and statutory registers, ensuring compliance and timely completion of actions.
- Oversee complaints, Freedom of Information (FOI), Data Protection and governance related compliance activities.
- Lead and develop administrative and executive support teams, ensuring high quality support across the College.
- Manage administrative systems, processes and workflows, driving service improvements and operational efficiency.
- Support organisational assurance activities, including risk management, insurance claims and mandatory corporate compliance reporting.
- Build productive relationships with senior leaders, Board members and external stakeholders to support effective governance and organisational performance.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Corporate planning, governance and performance management within a complex organisation.
- Board governance frameworks, committee structures and regulatory compliance.
- Corporate reporting, strategic planning and organisational performance monitoring.
- Complaints handling, Freedom of Information (FOI), Data Protection and governance legislation.
- Leadership of administrative and executive support functions.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent organisational, planning and project management abilities.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presenting information to senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality work to demanding timescales.
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
- High levels of digital literacy and information management capability.
- A proactive approach to continuous improvement and service excellence.
- Experience leading governance, corporate planning or business support functions within a complex or regulated organisation.
- Experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Experience supporting Boards, Committees or senior leadership teams.
- Experience preparing Board papers, reports, briefings and governance documentation.
- Experience handling complex complaints, sensitive issues and regulatory compliance.
- Experience implementing process improvements and managing organisational change.
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