Job overview

Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, a friendly and supportive culture, and a focus on putting the student at the heart of all we do.

We value our staff and students highly, and invest heavily in their development, support and wellbeing. Situated in Leyland, Lancashire, the College is near the M6, M61 and M65 and within commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool and the Lake District.

The School of Digital Technologies has a vacancy for an online Trainer to join our successful team. The successful candidate would initially be guiding, supporting and assessing adult online learners on Level 3 Software Development and Level 5 Web Application Design courses. You will be passionate about the value of adult learning and be committed to driving up standards in an area of provision where achievement rates and learner and employer satisfaction levels are already high. The ideal candidate will have industry experience and recent professional development in one or more of these areas or a related field, with the excellent organisation and time management skills needed to manage a diverse online caseload. You may also have a proven track-record as successful adult skills or bootcamp Trainer, or other comparable training experience, although we would support the right candidate in transitioning to this role. You would be joining a department offering a range of Digital Technology courses across all sections of the college, committed to working with learners to launch and develop fulfilling and successful careers in their chosen career pathways. We would encourage candidates interested in all or part of this role to apply.

Closing date is 12 noon, Wednesday 13th August 2025

For further information and to apply, please visit

https://www.runshaw.ac.uk/work-at-runshaw/current-vacancies

and click on Vacancies. Alternatively, email HR@runshaw.ac.uk or call 01772 642004, quoting the vacancy reference number.

Runshaw College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the health, safety and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly people with protected characteristics.

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About Runshaw College

Runshaw College

Langdale Road, Leyland, Preston

Lancashire

PR25 3DQ

United Kingdom

+44 1772 622677

Established in 1974, Runshaw College has come a long way from its modest beginnings as a Sixth Form College with just 450 students. Over the past five decades, we’ve transformed into a comprehensive Tertiary College, now serving over 5,000 learners. Our growth is a testament to our commitment to education and student success.

At Runshaw, we’ve earned a national reputation for excellence in teaching and learning. As the only college in the country to have won the European Quality Award for Excellence, we take immense pride in our achievements. Our dedication to student needs drives everything we do.

We proudly offer an extensive selection of over 40 subjects, positioning us as one of the leading providers of A-Level courses in the country. In addition to A-Levels, we provide a diverse range of vocational courses from Entry Level to Level 3. By partnering closely with local employers, we also offer numerous apprenticeships, ensuring our students acquire practical skills and valuable real-world experience.

Our students consistently achieve outstanding outcomes. From prestigious destinations like Oxford and Cambridge Universities to careers in Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, and renowned conservatoires. These achievements are a testament to their hard work and reinforce our belief that a supportive environment for both students and staff encourages individuals to thrive.

Our commitment extends beyond the classroom. We actively engage with employers, co-creating an agile curriculum that addresses skills shortages. Together, we’re shaping a highly skilled, employable workforce for the future.

Located in Leyland, we serve students from across Lancashire. With excellent transport links—including major motorways like the M6, M61, M65, and A59—we’re within easy commuting distance of Manchester, Liverpool, and the Lake District.

This is an exciting period of Runshaw College's story, if you’re passionate about education and want to be part of striving for excellence at all levels, explore our

current vacancies

for both teaching and support staff. We’d love to hear from you!

Principal

Clare Russell

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