Cardonald College Glasgow

Welcome Cardonald College Glasgow.  Our website provides information on all aspects of the College, from our courses to our location.  Within this section, you can find out about our Board of Management, our equality policies and background information on the College. If you are travelling to the College, you can find out how to get here by car, bus, train and bicycle.

Who we are

We are a large community college situated in the south west of Glasgow. Our Mosspark Drive Campus, was opened in 1972 and each year is home to over 2,000 full-time students and 10,000 part-time students. As a community college, we serve the surrounding local areas, but students come from all over the Scotland to study with us. 

We have recently completed the second phase of our estates project at our Mosspark Drive Campus. The project includes the £8 million Skills Centre, a Children's Centre, a Hairdressing, Beauty and Holistic Therapy salon, and fully refurbished classrooms.

Our Mission

Cardonald College Glasgow is a sector leading college, providing excellent learning experiences, underpinned by strong leadership, innovative staff and high quality resources.

Our Strengths

The learning experience at Cardonald was recently commended by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education (HMIE), who praised the learner progress, teaching, leadership and high standard of guidance and support.

The College is accredited by many awarding bodies such as the Scottish
Qualifications Authority (SQA), VTCT, City & Guilds, CISCO and Microsoft.
 
We have excellent links with universities and art schools and successful students can advance to 2nd, 3rd or even 4th year of a degree programme.
 
Experienced, well qualified, enthusiastic lecturers offer a high standard of teaching.
 
97% of students say they have had a positive experience at Cardonald.
 
For most of our courses, assessments are ongoing throughout the session, rather than one exam at the end of the year.

Cardonald is a great place to work

If you are interested in working at Cardonald College Glasgow, our latest jobs are listed below.  For information on the College that is useful to candidates, click here.

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Area: TRAINING SOLUTIONS UNIT
Reference: 2714S3/09/10
Salary: £13,307 - £15,881
Closing date: 17 Sep 2010 at 17:00
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Administration Assistant to join our Training Solutions team.
 
To be successful in this role you will be customer orientated, have a friendly disposition and possess excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.  You will be comfortable working in a changing environment and be able to manage difficult situations effectively.  A high level of motivation, the ability to work under pressure and a positive and flexible attitude to work is also required.
 
Experience of working within an office or administration environment is essential. You will also have excellent ICT and keyboard skills (ECDL Level), experience using and managing databases and be educated to SVQ Level 2 or equivalent in the appropriate area.
 
Application forms and further information can be obtained from the HR Unit (ext 232) or below

Cardonald College is committed to providing an inclusive ethos and environment, valuing and respecting diversity in our workforce while ensuring equality of opportunity for all applicants.             
                      
Cardonald College is a registered Scottish Charity, No: SC021182

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Area: TRAINING SOLUTIONS UNIT
Reference: 2714S2/09/10
Salary: £28,415 per annum
Closing date: 17 Sep 2010 at 17:00
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Fixed Term 2 year contract
 
Are you a results orientated individual seeking a new challenge?
 
We are looking for a Business Development Officer to join our Training Solutions team.
 
In this role you will be responsible for identifying, developing and promoting commercial opportunities within the College to generate income and achieve sales targets.  This post requires a high level of motivation, the ability to work under pressure and a positive and flexible attitude to work.
 
You will be able to demonstrate excellent advocacy, negotiating, and influencing skills within a sales environment and be skilled at working to deadlines.  You will also be required to demonstrate your experience in the preparation and submission of commercial proposals and tenders.
 
Relevant experience in the development and promotion of commercial projects is desirable.  You will possess a strong understanding of sales and marketing techniques within the education and training market. You must be educated to SCQF Level 7, HNC or equivalent and be able to provide evidence of Continuous Professional Development. 
 
The College offers a number of staff benefits including access to the Local Government Scheme and excellent training and development opportunities.
 
Application forms and further information can be obtained from the HR Unit (ext 232) or below

Cardonald College is committed to providing an inclusive ethos and environment, valuing and respecting diversity in our workforce while ensuring equality of opportunity for all applicants.             
                      
Cardonald College is a registered Scottish Charity, No: SC021182

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