Apprenticeship Progress Manager (on-site)

Suffolk New College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk New College in Ipswich invites applications for an Apprenticeships Progress Manager (on-site). You will lead the progress and learner experience for apprentices, drive high quality practice, and ensure timely achievement.

The role develops the PD of Progress Coaches, models best practice, and promotes continuous improvement across the team. You will build strong relationships with staff, employers and external partners, with proven apprenticeship delivery knowledge and leadership.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of apprenticeship provision and work-based learning requirements.
• Strong leadership abilities and ability to build effective relationships with staff, employers and external stakeholders.
• Design and deliver targeted PD activity for Progress Coaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead the progress monitoring and learner experience for apprentices.
• Design and implement targeted PD activity for the Progress Coach team.
• Travel between Suffolk New College campuses to support delivery and oversight.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Apprenticeship experience

People development

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent

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.

We do not recognise any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply to us directly and not be persuaded to go via an agency.

The college will not recognise any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed.

The college will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants who are sent to the college via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.

Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the college on a speculative basis. The college will make approaches to agencies via our HR team if we feel that we need assistance with a post.