The vacancy
About The Role
We are seeking a talented and people-focused
Engagement & Development Specialist to join our dynamic People Services team for a fixed-term period. This is a fantastic opportunity for an L&D or engagement professional who enjoys variety and is motivated by making a visible impact in a short space of time.
In this role, you will be part of the organisation development (OD) function, working closely with key colleagues including the Associate Director, HR, Internal Communications Assistant, Talent Acquisition Manager and OD Administrator. You’ll play an important role in shaping and delivering initiatives that support both workforce capability and colleague experience, helping to define and evolve our approach as we continue to strengthen and modernise our employee experience.
You will split your time between designing and delivering high-quality learning experiences and shaping engagement initiatives that support a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture.
From facilitating workshops and coaching colleagues, to leading engagement activity such as surveys, recognition programmes and wellbeing initiatives, you’ll have real scope to influence the employee experience and contribute to meaningful organisational outcomes.
This is a group role, so you will work flexibly across both campus sites in Doncaster and Scunthorpe.
Contract Type: This is a fixed-term position until December 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, deliver and evaluate engaging learning interventions aligned to organisational priorities
- Facilitate workshops and development sessions that build capability and confidence across teams
- Provide 1:1 and group coaching to support individual and team performance
- Plan and deliver employee engagement initiatives, including surveys, wellbeing activity and recognition programmes
- Analyse engagement data and feedback to identify insights and drive continuous improvement
- Build strong, credible relationships with managers and stakeholders, acting as a trusted partner on development and engagement
- Facilitate discussions and feedback sessions to co-create solutions with colleagues
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the impact of learning and engagement activity
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion and wellbeing
Essential Criteria
- Experience designing and delivering training, workshops or facilitated sessions in a workplace environment
- Hold a recognised coaching qualification (e.g. ILM, ICF or equivalent)
- Experience supporting and enhancing employee engagement initiatives, such as surveys, wellbeing programmes and internal events
- Strong communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple demands and deliver to deadlines
- GCSE English and Maths at Level 2 (or equivalent)
Why Join Us?
- Work-life balance: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a Christmas closure period (pro-rated for the duration of the contract)
- Professional development: Opportunity to shape and deliver impactful work while building your L&D and engagement portfolio
- Wellbeing support: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, same-day GP appointments, retail benefits and an electric car scheme
- On-site benefits: From great coffee and an in-house food hall to discounted hair, beauty and floristry services, plus access to our gym - part of our vibrant campus environment
Additional Information
- Safer Recruitment: As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
- Right to Work: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Find Out More
For further information or to discuss the role, please contact:
staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk
Closing Date: 12/07/2026
About Us
At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.
Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally
Our values
This vision is supported by a set of values that underpin how we operate every day across our organisation. Across every team and department, we follow core values that guide our decision making, our interactions and our approach to challenges and opportunities.
These values are a fundamental part of DN Colleges Group, as we aspire to deliver outstanding and inspirational teaching and learning for our students every day.
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Ambition
To achieve the highest standards.
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Support
A caring, safe and inclusive environment.
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Partnership
Collaborative working to achieve shared goals.
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Innovation
We use our initiative and are agile in finding creative solutions.
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Responsibility
We take individual and collective responsibility.
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Equality
We work with integrity and are open, honest and respectful of each other.
