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Inspire and lead a high performing team of Skills Coaches, ensuring apprentices achieve excellence while maintaining top tier quality and compliance. Using data-driven insights and strong leadership, you’ll challenge and support your team, uphold the highest standards, and contribute strategically to our continuous improvement.
Job Responsibility:
Manage, drive, and improve the performance of a team of Skills Coaches, setting clear objectives and conducting regular 1:1s
Challenge and support coaches in improving Timely Achievement Rates (TAR) and Overall Achievement Rates (OAR)
Conduct observations and coaching sessions to support the professional development of the team
Champion a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
Ensure 100% compliance with ESFA funding rules, EPAO requirements, and Ofsted standards across your team’s caseload
Conduct standardisation activities with Skills Coaches, the curriculum team, and IQA to ensure a consistent and high-quality approach across all e-portfolios and delivery
Utilise employer/apprentice feedback, EPA reports, and EQA reports as benchmarks for quality improvement
Uphold the highest levels of safeguarding and Health & Safety standards at all times
Proactively monitor and act on key performance indicators, including withdrawals, out-of-funding (OOF) apprentices, BIL, and Off-The-Job Training (OTJT)
Implement timely interventions to mitigate risks and retain apprentices on programme, resolving issues within a 48-hour timeframe
Ensure accurate data capture and sharing with the ILR team and appropriate agencies
Manage scheduling, registers, and resource allocation to meet learner and customer needs efficiently
Co-ordinate End-Point Assessment (EPA) processes to ensure apprentices successfully enter the Gateway on time
Carry out regular progress review meetings with curriculum, skills coaches, and business development teams to RAG rate apprentices and collaborate on support strategies
Work closely with business development to assist in employer recruitment, resolve issues proactively, and prevent formal complaints
Establish effective working relationships across all departments to drive the service level agreement and maximise the learner experience
Facilitate 100% attendance at tri-party reviews and maintain positive, proactive communication with employers
Co-ordinate and deliver the CPD Training Plan for your team, ensuring their continuous professional development
Drive the department’s self-assessment process and contribute to the creation of yearly course reviews
Role model the company’s Values in all activities
Identify and implement opportunities to drive efficiencies, reduce waste, and achieve value for money
Requirements:
Proven experience in a leadership or management role within an apprenticeship or education setting
In-depth knowledge of ESFA funding rules, EPA processes, and Ofsted requirements
A strong, data-driven approach to performance management
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to challenge performance constructively and drive cultural change
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners
What we offer:
Generous annual leave package, rising with length of service
Your birthday off
Full shutdown over Christmas
Flexible working options
Access to mental health and wellbeing platforms
CPD support – grow your own digital skillset with us
Regular team-building and social shenanigans
Employer supported volunteer scheme to give back to your community
Be part of a bold, supportive and OUTSTANDING team