Work with us
Unlocking potential, changing lives
We believe our people are our greatest strength. Our aim is to attract, support, and inspire the right individuals who can help drive the college forward. If you have a desire to serve our community and to contribute to high-quality education and training, we invite you to join us and make a real difference in the lives of our students.
Why Craven College?
Equality & Diversity
At Craven College we are committed to creating a respectful, and supportive environment where every student, staff member and partner stakeholder feels valued and empowered. We believe that diversity enriches our community and strengthens our ability to deliver excellence in education. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or believe sex or sexual orientation.
Benefits of Working at Our College
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance, alongside opportunities to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Culture & Working Environment
Mission and Values:
Our Vision: To be exceptional in everything we do
Mission: Proudly Serving our communities by delivering high quality education and training
Strategic Aims:
Investors in People (IIP)
We are proud to have been accredited to for 25 years, a recognition that reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence in people management and organisational development.
Staff Survey
90 and 95% of staff surveyed at the college, believe that the strengths of craven college, are: that students were supported to develop positive attitudes to learning and work; and that staff were supported by their line managers.
Staff Forum
Our Staff Forum provides a platform for open dialogue between employees and the Senior Leadership Team. It encourages discussion, feedback, and collaboration to help shape initiatives that improve working life across the college. By sharing ideas and concerns, staff play an active role in creating a positive and supportive workplace culture.
Wellbeing
At Craven College, we place a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and support. We host two dedicated Wellbeing Days each year, one at Christmas and one in the summer, giving staff the opportunity to relax, connect with colleagues and celebrate achievements together.
In addition, all staff have access to the Aviva Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, alongside an internal counselling service. These services provide confidential support to help maintain wellbeing both in and outside of work.
Our Commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Opportunity
Armed Forces Covenant
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
It is a pledge that together we acknowledge and understand that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, should be treated with fairness and respect in the communities, economy and society they serve with their lives.
The Covenant supports serving personnel, service leavers, veterans, and their families, and is fulfilled by the different groups that have committed to making a difference.
Craven College holds a Bronze award. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant by:
- Promoting the Armed Forces: promoting the fact that we are an Armed Forces-friendly organisation, to our staff, customers, suppliers, contractors and wider public.
- Veterans: supporting the employment of veterans, recognising military skills and qualifications in our recruitment and selection process; working with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) to support the employment of Service leavers;
- Reserves: supporting our employees who are members of the Reserve Forces; granting additional paid/unpaid leave for annual Reserve Forces training; supporting any mobilisations and deployment; actively encouraging members of staff to become Reservists
- National Events: supporting Armed Forces Day, Reserves Day, the Poppy Appeal Day and Remembrance activities
Recruitment of Ex-offenders
Our Commitment to Fair Recruitment
We treat all applicants fairly and do not discriminate unfairly against anyone with a criminal record. This reflects the guidance from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), which emphasises fair treatment and equal opportunity in recruitment processes.
All roles within the college involve contact with students, including under‑18s and vulnerable adults. As a result, all roles typically fall within the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order. Applicants will be asked to disclose all convictions, whether spent or unspent (other than where protected cautions and protected convictions do not need to be disclosed, depending on the job concerned). Even in these circumstances, however, the College will not refuse to employ a particular individual unless the nature of the conviction has some relevance to the job for which the individual has applied. After selecting the person for employment, the College will seek documentary evidence about that person’s criminal convictions. The College will seek an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Where the individual has registered for the DBS update service, the College will, with the employee’s permission, carry out a status check on any current certificate.
Disability Confident Employer
The Disability Confident scheme aims to help employers make the most of the opportunities provided by employing disabled people.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer Level 1 we have committed to:
- ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
- communicating and promoting vacancies
- offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum essential criteria for the job
- anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
- at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
If you need any reasonable adjustments for applying for a role or the interview please email hr@craven-college.ac.uk
Bring your Expertise & Teach in Further Education
Are you looking to inspire the next generation? We welcome applications from skilled professionals and industry experts who are considering a career in teaching within Further Education (FE).
A teaching qualification isn’t always required to begin. Many of our teachers step into further education straight from industry, bringing valuable real‑world expertise helping our students thrive in the classroom.
Funded Teacher Training Opportunities
In some subject areas, the college can fully fund a teaching qualification through the government’s Taking Teaching Further programme, offering a fantastic opportunity for those looking to move into teaching while continuing to put their industry expertise to great use.
To learn more about becoming a teacher in Further Education, visit the Teach in Further Education page on the GOV.UK website.
If you’d like to explore opportunities with us or have any questions, please contact our HR department at hr@craven-college.ac.uk
Targeted Retention Incentive Payment
Eligible (FE) lecturers in England can claim a targeted retention incentive payment if they teach specific courses in priority subject areas. Areas where this can be claimed working for Craven College are – *Building and Construction, Early Years, Travel & Tourism, Engineering, Maths and Graphics.
Full details can be found on the Government Incentive web page, or contact us at hr@crven-college.ac.uk
*T&Cs Apply.
Data Protection & Pivacy
All information provided will be retained and processed with strictest confidence, in accordance with the terms and principles of the UK General Data Protection Regulation 2021, Data Protection Act 2018, and the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Please see our privacy notice for further information.
Zero Tolerance to Sexual Harassment
Craven College is committed to providing a positive work and study experience for all our employees and students, which includes a zero-tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind.
The college has a policy on Anti-bullying and Harassment, including Sexual Harassment, and is committed to preventing any form of harassment or sexual misconduct.
Digital Education
Craven College aspires to be a leading institution in digital education, using innovative technologies and pedagogical approaches to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
All teaching, teaching support and Business Support staff are expected to engage in continuing professional development to stay current with digital tools and emerging technologies. In addition, all staff are expected to use AI ethically and safely in compliance with Craven College guidelines and policies.
Working with us
At Craven College, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment and ask the same of our students, their parents/carers, contractors working at our sites and all visitors.
All recruitment processes include rigorous checks to ensure the safety and well-being of those we support. This includes:
- Comprehensive background checks and verification of identity
- Reference checks covering previous employment and conduct
- Right to work in the UK check
- Compliance with relevant safeguarding legislation and best practices
- Prohibition check for teaching staff
- Section 128 check for senior management roles and governors
- Relevant qualifications.
All our roles will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with barred list this may include oversees checks. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.
For more information on Safer Recruitment and pre-employment checks, please see part three of Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025