Student Engagement Advisor apply now and Build Your Career

The Opportunity…

At Althaus, we’re more than just an Ofsted OUTSTANDING rated training provider, we’re on a mission to unleash the digital leaders of tomorrow. We equip our learners with a powerful mix of technical skills and leadership know how so they can grow, thrive, and reach their full potential.

Now, we’re looking for another Community Talent Scout – a people person who thrives on building connections, opening doors, and spotting potential where others might not see it.

This is your chance to change lives while being part of a team that does things differently.

The Role…

As a Community Talent Scout, you’ll be the friendly face of Althaus in the East Midlands. You’ll be out in the community, meeting people where they are, from job centres and local community groups to networking events and social media spaces, finding future learners and connecting them with opportunities that could transform their careers.

You’ll work closely with our Head of Learner Engagement and our marketing team to design and deliver creative recruitment strategies for your patch. Whether you’re hosting an info day, running an engaging social campaign, or giving personalised guidance to a prospective learner, your work will directly shape someone’s future.

What you’ll be doing…

• Building strong relationships with job centres, community organisations, and faith groups to recruit learners onto Althaus courses.

• Hosting engaging information sessions and providing a personal, high quality service to referral partners.

• Working with the marketing team to create targeted campaigns, using social media to spread the word and inspire applications.

• Giving honest, consultative advice to ensure learners find the right course for their needs and eligibility.

• Collaborating with colleagues to meet recruitment goals and support Althaus’ wider mission.

• Maintaining accurate records in our CRM and staying up to date with funding rules and course offerings.

What you’ll bring…

• Experience in community engagement, outreach, learner recruitment or similar.

• Outstanding relationship building skills, so you’re confident speaking with people from all walks of life.

• Organisational skills and attention to detail for keeping admin tidy and accurate.

• A proactive, target focused approach, so you like seeing results from your work.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to inspire, present, and persuade.

• Familiarity with social media as a recruitment and engagement tool.

• A commitment to learning, ideally with an aspiration to gain a CIAG qualification within 6 months (if you don’t already have one).

• Full driving licence and access to your own car.

The Perks…

✨ 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
🎂 Your birthday off – because cake should always be a priority
🎄 Festive office shutdown
🛏️ Flexible working options, we trust you to manage your time
💼 Investment in your professional development
🧠 Access to mental health and wellbeing platforms
📢 1 paid volunteer day each year to support your local community
🎉 Fun team-building days & social events
🥳 Internal engagement initiatives to keep work enjoyable
💪 Join an OUTSTANDING team driving digital excellence

The Practical Bits…

• This is a hybrid role, community based with regular travel to Derby HQ 

• Safeguarding: This role may involve working with children and vulnerable adults. All offers are subject to DBS and reference checks.

The Interview Process

We want you to feel at ease and show us your best self.

1. 30-min Teams call with our Head of People — all about fit and feel.

2. In-person panel interview at Derby HQ, including an interactive activity to showcase your skills.

Ready to inspire the next generation of digital leaders?

Click Apply Now and start your journey with Althaus Digital.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life.