Head of Apprenticeships

Summary:

Head of Apprenticeships needed for a dynamic role at a top-rated college in East London.

About the School:

An Outstanding-rated institution with a strong reputation for student achievement and innovation, dedicated to driving aspiration and success in local and regional communities.

The Opportunity:

As the Head of Apprenticeships, you will lead the development and delivery of high-quality apprenticeship programs, driving strategic growth and innovation. This is a key leadership role for someone passionate about skills development, employer engagement, and transforming lives through education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a new Apprenticeship Strategy to drive growth and impact.
• Build and maintain strong employer partnerships across multiple sectors.
• Translate labour market demand into viable apprenticeship opportunities.
• Lead commercial development and revenue growth in apprenticeship programs.
• Collaborate with academic and business teams to deliver outstanding outcomes.
• Ensure apprenticeships consistently achieve measurable impact and success.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and influence decision-making at all levels.
• Support the continuous improvement of apprenticeship delivery and quality.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven success in employer engagement and stakeholder management.
• Strong track record in driving revenue growth in a B2B or education setting.
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify and convert opportunities.
• Experience working within complex organisations and academic teams.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills.
• Passion for skills development and apprenticeships.

Preferred

• Experience in developing and delivering apprenticeship programs.
• Background in education or training sector leadership.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship frameworks and industry standards.
• Experience with strategic planning and innovation in education.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £57,427 - £62,571.
• Career average pension scheme and enhanced sick pay.
• Access to a range of employee benefits, including NUS discounts and Sodexo schemes.