Apprenticeship Progress Manager

onlyFE; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk New College seeks an Apprenticeships Progress Manager to lead the progress and learner experience for apprentices across campuses in Ipswich. The role is on-site and focuses on delivering high-quality progress monitoring and PD for staff and coaches.

You will champion best practice, drive standards, and ensure timely achievement while coordinating across multi-campus locations. A relevant degree or qualification and Level 2 Maths/English are required, with DBS checks and safeguarding

Qualifications

• Proven experience and expert knowledge of apprenticeship provision.
• Strong leadership abilities to develop Progress Coaches.
• Ability to build relationships with staff, employers and external stakeholders.
• maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead PD activity and promote continuous improvement.
• Drive high quality progress monitoring.
• Support and develop Progress Coaches.
• Travel between campuses as required.

Skills

Leadership

Apprenticeships

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Job description

Apprenticeships Progress Manager (on-site)

Starting salary is £43,269 per annum

37 hours per week, 52 weeks a year

We have an excellent career opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to join the management team at Suffolk New College.

As the leader responsible for the progress and experience of our Apprentices, you will champion high quality practice, drive consistent standards and ensure all apprentices receive an exceptional learner experience that supports strong progress, retention and timely achievement.

A key part of the role will be to lead the professional development of Progress Coaches, ensuring they have the skills, knowledge and confidence to deliver impactful and high quality progress monitoring. You will design and implement targeted PD activity, model best practice, and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the team.

You will need proven experience and expert knowledge of apprenticeship provision, alongside inspirational leadership qualities and the ability to build and sustain highly effective relationships with staff, employers and external stakeholders. You should therefore have a strong understanding of apprenticeship and work based learning requirements, employer expectations and the operational demands of high quality apprenticeship delivery.

You should hold a relevant degree or professional qualification, along with maths and English at Level 2 or equivalent.

Suffolk New College is a multi-campus, therefore you will be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Closing date: Thursday 24th September 2026 at Midnight

Interview date: Monday 5th October 2026

The College reserves the right to close this advert early.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees to shortlist all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.