FIND is a specialist staffing business serving the Skills, Learning, and Apprenticeship markets across the UK.
 
We’re representing a leading UK-based social enterprise with over 30 years’ experience in delivering education and employability programmes. They support over 100,000 individuals annually across a wide range of services.
 
Our client is looking for an experienced Training Centre Manager to lead and oversee their 16–18 Study Programme provision based in Rochdale.
 
Training Centre Manager
�� Rochdale
�� £37,000
 
The Role
As Training Centre Manager, you’ll be responsible for the performance, management, and success of a local training centre, leading a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, industry-relevant training. You’ll ensure programmes meet learner and employer needs, achieve funding and quality standards, and meet financial and operational targets.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team delivering 16–18 Study Programmes and related training initiatives.
• Plan and implement delivery schedules to meet agreed targets and funding requirements.
• Monitor learner progress and outcomes, ensuring a positive experience and high success rates.
• Design and develop vocational and employability curriculum in partnership with industry employers.
• Ensure compliance with funding, audit, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Support recruitment, mentoring, and development of centre staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders to support learner progression and curriculum relevance.
• Manage centre budget and ensure value for money while meeting income and performance targets.

 
About You
You’ll be a proactive leader who thrives in a learner-focused environment. You will have:

• Experience managing funded learning provision, preferably within the 16–19 age group.
• Strong understanding of Study Programmes, employability, and/or vocational curriculum.
• Track record of achieving quality and compliance standards while hitting financial targets.
• A teaching qualification (essential) and experience supporting young learners from diverse or challenging backgrounds.
• Excellent planning, communication, and people management skills.

 
The Offer

• £37,000 salary
• Full-time, permanent role based in Rochdale
• Join a purpose-led organisation making a real impact on people’s lives
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities