Ever wanted to get your foot in the door with Further Education? Lincoln College is holding an event on Wednesday 26th February at The Drill, open to anyone interested in a career within further education.
The College is actively recruiting for a variety of full-time positions, as well as cover (bank staff), in both curriculum-facing and support/commercial roles.
They are particularly seeking individuals with industry experience in Adult Care, Automotive, Brickwork, English, Maths, Aviation, and Engineering. Anyone with relevant skills is encouraged to visit and learn more about these opportunities.
Assistant Principal in HEART, Health & Care at Lincoln College, Steve Horsfield, said: “Working for Lincoln College has been a lifelong journey for me. From being a student here in 2002 after leaving sixth form, I’ve gone on to be a sports coach here, a lecturer and I’ve looked after a whole variety of departments. I am now an Assistant Principal, which means I not only look at things from an education perspective, but a strategic one too.
“I would urge anyone interested in a career in further education to attend, ask some questions and really consider the breadth of opportunities available. The big thing for me is the part you play in a young person’s development and future, why wouldn’t you want to be part of that?”
Nicola Jepson, who recently celebrated 10 years at the College, shared her journey: “I started here as an apprentice in 2014. At the time, many job vacancies required numerous qualifications, even for entry-level roles.
“By beginning my career at Lincoln College as an apprentice, I was able to gain experience, qualifications, and supported to develop.
“My first role was as an HR Clerical Apprentice, but I soon completed my Level 3 qualification in Business Administration and from there I was able to work up to gaining a position as a People Services Officer in the People Services department.
“I now hold a Level 3 qualification, and last year, I was supported to complete my Level 5 CIPD qualification.
“I feel like I’ve been supported every part of the way, I was reflecting when I got my ten-year award that it really does feel like joining a family. If you are going to spend all your time at work, it’s important to have a good relationship with those around you.”
New recruit and Operations Lead, Katie Raithby-Veall, said: “Starting to work at Lincoln College has probably been the easiest and most reassuringly swept up recruitment process I have been through.
“From initially submitting my application on the online recruitment portal and arranging my interview in just a few clicks, through to arriving on my first day to a reserved parking space, new laptop and a great box of freebies after my mandatory training.
“It can take time to feel welcomed and settled in a new organisation, but Lincoln College Group has genuinely made my start feel extremely welcoming and like I can succeed here.
“The Further Education sector is a great place to use your experience from the public or private sectors to make a huge difference to young people as they prepare for the world of work.
“Helping them explore their options and realise their potential is hugely rewarding, so too engaging with employers to understand their current challenges and what they need from talent entering the workforce. Personally, I feel a real energy from working at the Lincoln College campus – it’s full of vibrancy and optimism and that rubs off on me too!”
The event runs from 4.30pm to 7.30pm at The Drill on Free School Lane. For more information, call 01522 876245 or email hrrecruitment@lincolncollege.ac.uk
