Apprenticeship Manager - Engineering

Summary:

Apprenticeship Manager - Engineering job opportunity with a focus on leadership and curriculum innovation.

About the School:

A school committed to delivering high-quality vocational education and training, with a strong focus on innovation, community engagement, and supporting learners from diverse backgrounds.

The Opportunity:

As an Apprenticeship Manager - Engineering, you will provide effective leadership to the Work Based Tutors and support the delivery of high-quality apprenticeship standards. This role is essential in driving the school’s vision to be an outstanding, innovative, and customer-focused provider of apprenticeships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Work Based Tutors to ensure efficient and effective delivery of apprenticeship standards.
• Lead curriculum innovation to meet the needs of learners and employers in line with national and local government agendas.
• Promote excellence in curriculum development and support the sharing of best practice.
• Support the Apprenticeship Director in managing performance through regular reviews and appraisals.
• Coordinate internal and external verification processes with awarding bodies and external verifiers.
• Ensure compliance with ESFA requirements and support OFSTED inspection readiness.
• Coordinate End Point Assessments (EPA) to ensure timely completion.
• Work with marketing and partners to raise the profile of apprenticeship provision and support growth.
• Support the development of new commercial and virtual apprenticeship courses.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• L3 Qualification in a related Apprenticeship area
• Recent experience in Apprenticeship delivery
• Experience of using college-wide systems including OneFile and Maytas
• Excellent IT skills with experience of using databases for managing apprenticeship delivery
• Experience working with Apprenticeship and curriculum teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and prioritising skills
• Knowledge of funding rules within Apprenticeships
• Good understanding of End Point Assessment Organisations (EPAOs)

Preferred

• Degree and/or relevant professional qualification
• L4 Internal Quality Assurance
• Management experience including responsibility for quality, staff, and Apprenticeship delivery
• Advanced user of Microsoft applications

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Support for continuous learning and improvement in professional knowledge