Apprenticeship Manager

The Apprenticeship Manager will lead the planning, development and quality of the apprenticeship programme, ensuring it meets government priorities, organisational objectives and employer needs. The role is responsible for driving high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, achieving performance targets, and ensuring full compliance with funding, awarding body and regulatory requirements. You will oversee quality assurance and continuous improvement activities, manage our apprenticeship delivery partner, and provide leadership to Trainer Assessors and Internal Quality Assurers. Working closely with employers, partners and internal teams, you will support the development of a sustainable apprenticeship offer while promoting a strong culture of safeguarding, inclusion and learner support. The role also includes contributing to the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) and being an active member of SAL's safeguarding team.,

• Lead the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of apprenticeship programmes.
• Ensure high standards of quality, performance and compliance across all provision.
• Manage the apprenticeship delivery partner and monitor quality and contractual requirements.
• Provide leadership and line management to Trainer Assessors and Internal Quality Assurers.
• Contribute to the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) and quality improvement processes.
• Develop effective relationships with employers, partners and internal stakeholders.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion and learner wellbeing, including participation in SAL's safeguarding team., Contribute to shaping the future of apprenticeship delivery in Surrey
• Work collaboratively across teams and with key external partners
• Build your experience at PS10 level and support your career progression, Please submit your CV with a personal statement (maximum 1-2 pages) outlining:
• Your relevant experience and skills
• How you meet the key requirements of the role
• What you would bring to the position
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description & Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. An Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check will be required for this role. This role is subject to an online / social media check as part of our safer recruitment processes, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced colleague to step into a leadership role and contribute to the continued development, quality, and performance of our apprenticeship provision.,
• Experience within apprenticeships or workplace learning, ideally in Further Education
• Strong understanding of quality frameworks, Ofsted expectations and compliance requirements
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff, using a coaching approach
• Experience of planning programmes, managing performance, and analysing data
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confidence in managing budgets or contributing to financial planning
• A relevant qualification and/or significant experience in the sector is expected.
  
  26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro rata for fixed term contracts)
• Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
• A generous local government salary related pension
• Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Paternity, adoption and dependents leave
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
• Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
• Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents