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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

Marketing Manager – Recruitment & Commercial Growth

Application Deadline:  July 31, 2026

Employment Type:  Full Time

Department: Business Development

Location:  Glasgow

Workplace type:  Onsite

Compensation:  £47,192 - £50,233 / year

We are seeking an experienced, strategic and results-driven Marketing Manager to lead the delivery of high-impact marketing activity that drives student recruitment, commercial income and participation in training opportunities.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Communications, Brand & External Engagement, this is a pivotal role responsible for translating strategy into insight-led, performance-driven campaigns that support the College’s growth ambitions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a marketing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering measurable outcomes across both B2C and B2B audiences.

Closing date: 31 July 2026 at 11.59pm. After the closing date, candidates will be notified by email via the College online system if they have been invited for interview.

Interviews have been scheduled for: W/C 17 August 2026. Candidates will be invited to deliver a presentation and will be informed of the selected topic in the invitation.  In addition, candidates will be invited to complete a task and will be notified of the topic on the day of the interview. 

Pre-employment Check. Employment at Glasgow Kelvin College is subject to successful candidates being eligible to work in the UK, receiving two satisfactory references and successfully joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Key Responsibilities

You will take ownership of the College’s operational marketing function, leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of integrated campaigns across multiple channels.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading integrated, multi-channel marketing campaigns to support student recruitment, commercial training and income-generating activity
  • Driving learner recruitment across the full lifecycle – from awareness through to enrolment
  • Developing and delivering employer-focused (B2B) marketing campaigns to support commercial growth
  • Using data, insight and audience segmentation to inform targeted, effective marketing activity
  • Overseeing digital channels, content and CRM-driven campaigns, ensuring a strong online presence
  • Monitoring performance against KPIs and delivering clear reporting and continuous improvement
  • Providing leadership and direction to marketing staff or project teams
    Acting as a trusted marketing adviser to internal stakeholders across the College

We are looking for a highly capable marketing professional with a strong track record of delivering impactful campaigns that drive growth.

 

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Administration and Campus Services Assistant x 2 positions

Application Deadline:  August 9, 2026

Employment Type:  Permanent - Full Time

Department: Estates

Location:  Glasgow

Workplace type:  Onsite

Compensation:  £26,143 - £29,183 / year

This post holder will be a member of the Corporate Services Team assisting as required across the Corporate Services area. This post operates Monday to Saturday over a 5 day period.  Saturday working will be on a rotational basis. (applies to staff employed after Aug 2015)  The post holder will be part of the on call rota. (applies to staff employed after Aug 2015).

The post-holder will communicate regularly using a variety of methods with internal and external stakeholders. 

The post-holder has working relationships with staff at all levels, but specifically with the Head of Facilities and Environmental Sustainability, Administration Managers and senior estates staff and will contribute to the delivery of an efficient, high quality service across the College’s campuses. 

The post-holder is required to maintain relationships with stakeholders both internal and external to the College.

The Corporate and Campus Services Assistant will have agreed objectives and responsibilities for this role, set by the Head of Facilities and Environmental Sustainability and the Cross College Administration Managers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake general maintenance including general clearing and cleaning of classrooms, workshops and associated tools and equipment;
  • Moving, setting up and handling of equipment, furniture and associated items.
  • Ensuring areas are free of waste and rubbish;
  • Emptying bins as required/disposing of items accordingly.
  • Assisting with gardening duties;
  • Distribute materials and supplies across all Campuses as required;
  • Assist in the completion of inventory checks;
  • Assist in maintaining accurate records in respect of goods/materials delivery;
  • Assist with internal/external events/moves as required including carrying out relocation of furniture, materials and equipment and setting up and dismantling of displays;
  • Assist in general maintenance, repair and reporting of faults as required;
  • Assist in ensuring the safety and security of students, staff and visitors;
  • Liaise with internal staff, contractors and external visitors as required;
  • Provide a friendly, welcoming, professional and inclusive front of house service to learners, visitors, partners and staff;
  • Involvement in College events as required to ensure smooth flow and seamless operation e.g. enrolment, open days and induction etc;
  • Scanning duties/saving files in an electronic system;
  • Attend to both incoming and outgoing mail as required;
  • Reception duties as required i.e. efficiently operate the College’s telephone exchange system, whilst providing a professional, courteous and helpful services to all callers at all times;
  • Deal effectively with enquiries received via email, telephone or face to face;
  • Be aware of emergency procedures connected with the operation of the switchboard and alert the strategic management, local police and security personnel in the event of an emergency;
  • Operate reprographic, laminating and binding equipment.

General

  • Keep abreast of current developments which may be relevant to the College’s activity and future direction;
  • Promote and advance Equality and Diversity in all aspects of College operations;
  • Respect the confidentiality of matters relating to learners and staff;
  • Understand and comply with the requirements of the regulatory framework for colleges in particular the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act;
  • Ensure the Health and Safety of staff and students in all aspects of College activity by exercising a duty of care for personal health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions;
  • Comply with all role specific training and all compulsory training provided by the College, for example Health and Safety, equality and diversity, etc. and
  • Carry out any other duty commensurate with the post as required by the Head of Facilities and Environmental Sustainability, Senior Facilities Officer/Senior Estates and Facilities Co-ordinator, Director of Estates and Corporate Services, Vice Principal or the Principal.

 

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Administration and Campus Services Assistant (Secretariat)

Application Deadline:  August 9, 2026

Employment Type:  Fixed Term Contract

Department: Estates

Location:  Glasgow

Workplace type:  Onsite

Compensation:  £26,143 - £29,183 / year

This post holder will be a member of the Corporate Services Team assisting as required across the Corporate Services area. This post operates Monday to Saturday over a 5 day period.  Saturday working will be on a rotational basis. (applies to staff employed after Aug 2015)  The post holder will be part of the on call rota. (applies to staff employed after Aug 2015).

The post-holder will communicate regularly using a variety of methods with internal and external stakeholders. 

The post-holder has working relationships with staff at all levels, but specifically with the Head of Facilities and Environmental Sustainability, Administration Managers and senior estates staff and will contribute to the delivery of an efficient, high quality service across the College’s campuses. 

The post-holder is required to maintain relationships with stakeholders both internal and external to the College.

The Corporate and Campus Services Assistant will have agreed objectives and responsibilities for this role, set by the Head of Facilities and Environmental Sustainability and the Cross College Administration Managers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake general maintenance including general clearing and cleaning of classrooms, workshops and associated tools and equipment;
  • Moving, setting up and handling of equipment, furniture and associated items.
  • Ensuring areas are free of waste and rubbish;
  • Emptying bins as required/disposing of items accordingly.
  • Assisting with gardening duties;
  • Distribute materials and supplies across all Campuses as required;
  • Assist in the completion of inventory checks;
  • Assist in maintaining accurate records in respect of goods/materials delivery;
  • Assist with internal/external events/moves as required including carrying out relocation of furniture, materials and equipment and setting up and dismantling of displays;
  • Assist in general maintenance, repair and reporting of faults as required;
  • Assist in ensuring the safety and security of students, staff and visitors;
  • Liaise with internal staff, contractors and external visitors as required;
  • Provide a friendly, welcoming, professional and inclusive front of house service to learners, visitors, partners and staff;
  • Involvement in College events as required to ensure smooth flow and seamless operation e.g. enrolment, open days and induction etc;
  • Scanning duties/saving files in an electronic system;
  • Attend to both incoming and outgoing mail as required;
  • Reception duties as required i.e. efficiently operate the College’s telephone exchange system, whilst providing a professional, courteous and helpful services to all callers at all times;
  • Deal effectively with enquiries received via email, telephone or face to face;
  • Be aware of emergency procedures connected with the operation of the switchboard and alert the strategic management, local police and security personnel in the event of an emergency;
  • Operate reprographic, laminating and binding equipment.

General

  • Keep abreast of current developments which may be relevant to the College’s activity and future direction;
  • Promote and advance Equality and Diversity in all aspects of College operations;
  • Respect the confidentiality of matters relating to learners and staff;
  • Understand and comply with the requirements of the regulatory framework for colleges in particular the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act;
  • Ensure the Health and Safety of staff and students in all aspects of College activity by exercising a duty of care for personal health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions;
  • Comply with all role specific training and all compulsory training provided by the College, for example Health and Safety, equality and diversity, etc. and
  • Carry out any other duty commensurate with the post as required by the Head of Facilities and Environmental Sustainability, Senior Facilities Officer/Senior Estates and Facilities Co-ordinator, Director of Estates and Corporate Services, Vice Principal or the Principal.

 

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Human Resources Adviser

Application Deadline:  August 9, 2026

Employment Type:  Permanent - Full Time

Department: People and Culture

Location:  Glasgow

Workplace type:  Onsite

Compensation:  £34,744 - £38,384 / year

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Human Resources Adviser to join our Human Resources Team within People and Culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated HR professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality, customer-focused support across the employee lifecycle.

In this varied role, you will play a key part in supporting recruitment, onboarding, and day-to-day HR operations, while ensuring accurate record-keeping and compliance with employment legislation. You will also contribute to improving HR systems and processes, helping to drive efficiency and enhance the overall employee experience. 

The ideal candidate will possess an appropriate qualification in HR or have strong administrative experience within an HR or similar environment, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. You will be a confident communicator who can build effective relationships across the organisation and handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 9 August 2026 at 23:59

Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 17 August 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides administrative and operational HR support across the full employee lifecycle
  • Supports recruitment processes, including advertising, interviews, and pre-employment checks
  • Coordinates onboarding and induction for new staff
  • Maintains accurate, confidential HR records and systems
  • Responds to staff HR queries and supports employee relations administration
  • Contributes to HR policy implementation and process improvement
  • Supports development and use of digital HR systems and reporting
  • Ensures compliance with data protection, HR policies, and legislation

 

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