Apprenticeship Programme Officer - CS12375

Warwick College Group; Pershore; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Warwick College Group is seeking an experienced professional to deliver high-quality support, coordination and guidance to apprentices and employers throughout the apprenticeship journey, ensuring a positive learner experience and compliance with funding rules and Ofsted expectations.

The post holder will manage a caseload of apprentices (40:1 to 75:1) and act as a key contact for both apprentices and employers, promoting engagement, progression and successful programme completion.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification (or above) in a relevant subject area.
• GCSE English and Maths at A-C or equivalent; willing to achieve within first 9 months.
• Good understanding of apprenticeship standards and delivery models.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of Ofsted expectations and quality frameworks.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety in the apprenticeship delivery.
• Vocational experience of working in a related industry and dealing with customers in a professional capacity.
• A UK driving licence free of major endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Apprentice Progress & Quality
• Recruitment & Onboarding
• Employer Engagement
• Compliance & Funding Requirements
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
• Health, Safety & Safeguarding
• General Duties
• Key Performance Indicators

Job description

PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN'S ACT 1989)

Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific

place (i.e. the College).

This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.

https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf

ROLE SUMMARY

WCG has four core values, the first of which is to put the student first. Young people have the right to request that an institution is named in their Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP), and local authorities have a duty to name that institution in the EHC plan unless, following consultation with the institution, the local authority determines that it is unsuitable for the young person's age, ability, aptitude or Special Educational Needs and Disability or that to place the young person there would be incompatible with the efficient use of resources or the efficient education of others. WCG is recognised as offering an inclusive and successful provision at all levels for Young People whose learning is affected by SEND.

JOB PURPOSE

To deliver high-quality support, coordination and guidance to apprentices and employers throughout the apprenticeship journey, ensuring a positive customer experience, timely learner progress, and full compliance with the apprenticeship funding rules and Ofsted expectations.

The post holder will be expected to manage a caseload of, minimum of 40:1 up to a maximum of 75:1 apprentices and act as a key point of contact for both apprentices and employers, providing effective support to promote engagement, progression, and successful programme completion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apprentice Progress & Quality
• Recruitment & Onboarding
• Employer Engagement
• Compliance & Funding Requirements
• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
• Health, Safety & Safeguarding
• General Duties
• Key Performance Indicators

OFFERS OF WORK

For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).

ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS

• Level 3 qualification (or above) in a relevant subject area (e.g. education, business, or vocational field).
• GCSE Grade A-C in English and Maths or equivalent. Applicants willing to achieve within the first 9 months will be considered.
• Good understanding of apprenticeship standards and delivery models.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of Ofsted expectations and quality frameworks.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety in the apprenticeship delivery.
• Vocational experience of working in a related industry and dealing with customers in a professional capacity.
• A willingness to undertake professional development to address specific vocational skill requirements.
• A UK driving licence free of major endorsements

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