Distance Learning Coordinator
onlyFE
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Education / Training
£33,160 - £37,283
Package
SYPA – with a generous employer contribution of 18.6%
Annual leave – 38 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
About Us
The Sheffield College is a thriving further and higher education community, empowering around 13,000 learners each year to achieve their goals. Driven by our mission to transform lives through learning, we foster an inclusive environment — recognised through our 2026 Investors in Diversity Gold award and 3rd‑place ranking in the National Centre for Diversity’s 2025 Top 100 Most Inclusive UK Employers.
About The Role
We developed an engaging, responsive and successful online curriculum offer for Adult learners with a desire to develop new knowledge and skills in subject areas such as Digital, Business, Health..
To ensure that our offer continues to adapt grow, and meet the needs of both employers and learners, a dynamic Online Adult Learning Coordinator is required to offer personalised and responsive support, the postholder will have a direct impact on learner achievement. Excellent interpersonal skills are therefore an essential requirement of the post, as is an up-to-date knowledge of on line learning platforms and education.
The Online Adult Learning Coordinator will also support the Curriculum Manager in developing the online offer, will forge partnerships with local employers to generate enrolments, and will support the Marketing and Sales teams to ensure that the offer is promoted effectively. The role also requires the postholder to manage a small caseload of learners and to assess them in line with awarding body requirements
Main Responsibilities
What We Can Offer You
As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £33,160 - £37,283 per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.
Alongside your salary, your pension is one of the most valuable benefits of joining the College. The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), administered locally by SYPA, provides financial security in retirement and support for your loved ones.
Our Full Benefits Package
Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact [email protected]
Armed Forces Covenant
As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.
Safeguarding
We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding
Next Steps
To apply: Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected] CVs are currently not accepted.
As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Closing date: 17th May 2026
Package
SYPA – with a generous employer contribution of 18.6%
Annual leave – 38 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
About Us
The Sheffield College is a thriving further and higher education community, empowering around 13,000 learners each year to achieve their goals. Driven by our mission to transform lives through learning, we foster an inclusive environment — recognised through our 2026 Investors in Diversity Gold award and 3rd‑place ranking in the National Centre for Diversity’s 2025 Top 100 Most Inclusive UK Employers.
About The Role
We developed an engaging, responsive and successful online curriculum offer for Adult learners with a desire to develop new knowledge and skills in subject areas such as Digital, Business, Health..
To ensure that our offer continues to adapt grow, and meet the needs of both employers and learners, a dynamic Online Adult Learning Coordinator is required to offer personalised and responsive support, the postholder will have a direct impact on learner achievement. Excellent interpersonal skills are therefore an essential requirement of the post, as is an up-to-date knowledge of on line learning platforms and education.
The Online Adult Learning Coordinator will also support the Curriculum Manager in developing the online offer, will forge partnerships with local employers to generate enrolments, and will support the Marketing and Sales teams to ensure that the offer is promoted effectively. The role also requires the postholder to manage a small caseload of learners and to assess them in line with awarding body requirements
Main Responsibilities
- Manage the @distancelearning email inbox, responding quickly and effectively to pre-enrolment queries.
- Deliver information, advice and guidance to prospective learners to ensure that they choose the appropriate course.
- Ensure that learners have a smooth and supported experience of enrolment, especially those studying as distance learners.
- Use relevant reporting systems to identify learners who need support with learning, and provide this in a timely and constructive manner.
What We Can Offer You
As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £33,160 - £37,283 per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.
Alongside your salary, your pension is one of the most valuable benefits of joining the College. The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), administered locally by SYPA, provides financial security in retirement and support for your loved ones.
Our Full Benefits Package
- SYPA – with a generous employer contribution of 18.6%
- Annual leave – 38 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
- Health and wellbeing, we offer
- Employee assistance programme through Bupa
- Occupational Health through PAM
- Free eye tests for VDU users
- Free parking is available at the majority of our campuses
- Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- A people‑focused working culture where you can grow and thrive
Disability Confident
We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact [email protected]
Armed Forces Covenant
As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.
Safeguarding
We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding
Next Steps
To apply: Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected] CVs are currently not accepted.
As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Closing date: 17th May 2026
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Since 2013, onlyFE have been supporting "the forgotten sector".
Both the FE Colleges and the professionals who dedicate themselves to this vital sector, ensuring we contribute positively without draining resources away from where they're needed most.
Our mission:
To provide unwavering support for FE, coupled with a proactive approach to attract and educate industry professionals.
A flexible platform designed to integrate seamlessly with your existing jobs portal, ensuring you are not locked to a single provider.
An exclusive focus on Colleges, Sixth Forms, and Training Providers, reducing the involvement of agencies.
Most importantly, our commitment to affordability aims to significantly reduce the budgetary constraints faced by FE, ensuring accessible pricing for all.