Apprenticeship Coach

South Devon College; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Christmas closure

Teacher’s Pension Scheme

On-site facilities

Discount schemes

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking an Apprenticeship Coach to manage a caseload of apprentices, provide guidance, progress reviews and pastoral support, and prepare for end point assessments. The role involves building strong partnerships with employers and stakeholders across multiple locations.

The successful candidate will have a Level 3 qualification, GCSE English and Maths, a driving licence, and strong IT and communication skills to support learners and employers throughout the apprenticeship

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification and GCSE English/Maths (C/4 or above) or equivalent required.
• Strong experience using Microsoft Office 365.
• Excellent communication, administration and time management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the county.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coach a caseload of apprentices.
• Provide guidance, progress reviews and pastoral support.
• Prepare for end point assessments and liaise with employers and stakeholders.
• Promote safety, wellbeing and safeguarding in line with college policy.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Time management

Teamwork

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE English & Maths

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Apprenticeship Coach Job reference REQ003313 Date posted 22/09/2026 Application closing date 04/10/2026 Location Kingswear Salary £20,836.00 to £23,076.00 per annum (pro rata of £26,045.00 to £28,845.00) Package plus excellent benefits Contractual hours 29.6 Basis Fractional Job category/type Support Attachments Blank Job description

Salary: £20,836.00 to £23,076.00 per annum (pro rata of £26,045.00 to £28,845.00), plus excellent benefits

Contract Type: Fixed term until 29/01/2027, fractional. 29.6 hours per week

Location: NOSS Marina, Kingswear, Devon & various locations

At South Devon College, we are passionate about transforming lives through education and skills development. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Apprenticeship Coach to join our growing apprenticeship team, supporting learners and employers throughout every stage of the apprenticeship journey. As a key member of the curriculum team, you will manage and coach a caseload of apprentices, providing guidance, progress reviews, pastoral support and end point assessment preparation, while building strong partnerships with employers and stakeholders. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping individuals achieve their potential, committed to delivering high-quality learner experiences, and eager to contribute to the continued success and growth of apprenticeship provision across the College.

We are seeking a well-organised and motivated individual with a Level 3 qualification, GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. You'll have strong experience using Microsoft Office 365, relevant industry experience, and an understanding of apprenticeship programmes. Excellent communication, administration, time management and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues, employers and learners. You will be enthusiastic, approachable and committed to promoting the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults. A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across the county are required, as regular visits to apprentices and employers will form a key part of the role.

At South Devon College we are passionate that excellent teaching and learning can transform lives. We seek to achieve at the highest levels and welcome staff who share our drive for success.

In return, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 25 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities.

We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.

Our staff are integral to maintaining our passion and high-performance levels, and we reward our staff for this. Our benefits are designed to encourage a healthy work‑life balance, and include:

• 27 daysannual leave including the option to purchase additional holiday
  days;
• 1 additional day’s holiday for your birthday (does not have to be used on your birthday);
• 1 additional day’s holiday for every 5 years served;
• Christmas Closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement;
• Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities as well as dedicated training days;
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme Employer contributions of 28.68%;
• Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair and beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym and free eyesight tests;
• Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes;
• Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme);
• On Site Nursery (Mama Bears);
• Employee Assistance Programmes;
• Access to Blue Light Card membership;
• Discounted travel schemes.

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 04 October 2026

Interview Date: Monday 19 October 2026

Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.

This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.

Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).