Apprenticeship Skills Coach
We are now seeking an Apprenticeship Skills Coach to join our Delivery Team and support the next generation of engineering talent.
As an Apprenticeship Skills Coach, you will play a central role in supporting engineering and manufacturing apprentices to succeed. You will guide learners through their programme, helping them bridge the gap between academic learning and real‑world application. You will also contribute to the development of curriculum content that reflects industry practice and enhances the overall learner journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of engineering and manufacturing apprentices.
- Monitor the health, safety and welfare of apprentices.
- Provide end‑to‑end information, advice and guidance on skills development, EPA and career progression.
- Conduct regular documented progress reviews with apprentices and employers.
- Monitor and record progress against apprenticeship standards.
- Track off‑the‑job training and complete funding/MIS documentation.
- Plan and complete assessments of competence, knowledge, skills and behaviours.
- Use coaching approaches to help apprentices apply learning in the workplace.
- Build strong relationships with apprentices and employers to support timely completion.
- Provide caseload progress updates to the Leadership Team.
- Collaborate with Business Development colleagues to identify repeat and new business.
Essential Qualifications
- Level 3 Engineering qualification.
- Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to gain one.
- Recognised assessor qualification (A1 / CAVA) or willingness to gain one.
Desirable Qualifications
- Functional Skills Level 2 / GCSE Maths & English (C or above).
- IQA qualification (V1 / L4 IQA).
- Coaching qualification.
- Higher‑level engineering qualification (Level 4+).
- Experience with Smart Assessor or ProMonitor.
- Digital training qualifications (e.g., Microsoft Learn badges).
Safeguarding & Vetting
- Employment history and identity checks.
- Right‑to‑work verification.
- Two references.
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