Apprenticeship Coordinator

Inspire Education Group (IEG); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire Education Group (IEG) in Peterborough is seeking an Apprenticeship Coach to manage a caseload of learners across apprenticeship programmes, conduct progress reviews with apprentices and employers, and set SMART targets to support timely achievement.

You will coach and motivate learners, work with Skills Trainers, Assessors, Mentors and Curriculum Teams, identify barriers and implement interventions, and maintain accurate records using OneFile.

Qualifications

• Experience within apprenticeships, work-based learning, training, coaching, mentoring or assessment.
• Experience working in a vocational or industry setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Ability to motivate, encourage and challenge learners to achieve their goals.
• Confidence working with employers and building professional relationships.
• Good digital skills and experience maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of apprentices across a range of programmes.
• Conducting regular progress reviews with apprentices and employers.
• Setting SMART targets and monitoring progress against agreed actions.
• Coaching and motivating apprentices to achieve their learning and career goals.
• Working collaboratively with Skills Trainers, Assessors, Mentors and Curriculum Teams.
• Identifying barriers to achievement and implementing effective interventions.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation using OneFile.
• Supporting employer engagement and strengthening employer relationships.
• Monitoring learner progress and highlighting risks to timely achievement.
• Signposting apprentices to wellbeing, pastoral and additional support services where required.
• Promoting a positive learning culture and supporting learner development.

Skills

Apprenticeships experience

Coaching & mentoring

Progress reviews

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Motivating learners

Education

Qualification in assessment and quality assurance (desirable)

Tools

OneFile

Job description

Salary - £28,074 FTE (pro rata where applicable)

Contract - Permanent

Location - Peterborough

Closing Date – 11th August 2026

Do you enjoy helping people achieve their goals and reach their full potential?

We're looking for a motivated and supportive Apprenticeship Coach to join our Apprenticeships Team.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in apprenticeships, training, assessment, mentoring, coaching or industry who is passionate about supporting learners to succeed.

You'll work closely with apprentices, employers and curriculum teams to monitor progress, provide coaching and guidance, and ensure apprentices remain on track to successfully complete their programmes.

About the Role

As an Apprenticeship Coach, you'll manage your own caseload of apprentices, acting as a key point of contact throughout their apprenticeship journey.

You'll be responsible for conducting regular progress reviews with apprentices and employers, setting meaningful targets and identifying any support required to help learners achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of apprentices across a range of programmes.
• Conducting regular progress reviews with apprentices and employers.
• Setting SMART targets and monitoring progress against agreed actions.
• Coaching and motivating apprentices to achieve their learning and career goals.
• Working collaboratively with Skills Trainers, Assessors, Mentors and Curriculum Teams.
• Identifying barriers to achievement and implementing effective interventions.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation using OneFile.
• Supporting employer engagement and strengthening employer relationships.
• Monitoring learner progress and highlighting risks to timely achievement.
• Signposting apprentices to wellbeing, pastoral and additional support services where required.
• Promoting a positive learning culture and supporting learner development.

About You

We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships and supporting others to succeed.

You will ideally have:

• Experience within apprenticeships, work-based learning, training, coaching, mentoring or assessment.
• Experience working within a vocational or industry setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.
• The ability to motivate, encourage and challenge learners to achieve their goals.
• Confidence working with employers and building professional relationships.
• Good digital skills and experience maintaining accurate records.

A qualification in assessment and quality assurance is desirable, although support may be available for candidates willing to work towards relevant qualifications.

Why work for IEG?

• Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
• Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts