Apprenticeship Programme Lead

Summary:

Apprenticeship Programme Lead role with a focus on education and leadership.

About the School:

A school with a strong track record in education, committed to innovation, inclusivity, and high-quality teaching and learning. It operates across multiple academies in the South East, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for staff.

The Opportunity:

As an Apprenticeship Programme Lead, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality apprenticeship programmes that support the professional development of educators and support staff. This is a strategic leadership position focused on driving excellence in vocational training and teacher development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the implementation and delivery of Level 3 and Level 5 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeships.
• Ensure apprenticeship frameworks align with the school’s enhanced teaching pathway.
• Deliver a gold-standard experience based on the KMT curriculum.
• Lead and influence a high-performing team to achieve ambitious growth targets.
• Act as a catalyst for change in regional educational standards and workforce development.
• Collaborate with partner schools and the MAT network to support programme delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the education sector.
• Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes to ensure continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in educational leadership or apprenticeship delivery.
• Strong strategic and operational skills with the ability to manage complex projects.
• Experience in leading and developing teams in an educational setting.
• In-depth knowledge of apprenticeship frameworks and teacher training pathways.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Experience with the KMT curriculum or similar high-quality teaching programmes.
• Background in initial teacher training or vocational education.
• Familiarity with digital learning tools and strategies.
• Experience working within a multi-academy trust or large educational organisation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with progression opportunities.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service.