Apprenticeship Skills

Logistics UK; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics organization in Ipswich is seeking an Apprenticeship Skills Coach to inspire and guide apprentices in Team Leading and Operations Management. This role involves delivering high-quality training, coaching apprentices, and building relationships with employers to support learner success. Candidates should possess a minimum level 3 teaching qualification and significant experience in the sector. The position offers a range of benefits, including flexible working, health plans, and additional leave during holidays.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Health Cash Plan for all employees

Private Medical Insurance for managers

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Family Leave policy

Flexible and remote working arrangements

Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work

Various learning and development opportunities

Range of pension schemes

Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees

Life Assurance Scheme

Qualifications

• A level 3+ teaching qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience in delivering apprenticeships or prior teaching experience.
• Level 5 Operations Manager qualification or significant sector experience.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills.
• Ability to identify training needs and implement effective solutions.
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of literacy and numeracy.
• Assessor Awards (CAVA, TAQA, A1 equivalent).
• Background in transport.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training in Team Leading and Operations Management.
• Coach apprentices one-to-one, supporting their growth and confidence.
• Build lasting relationships with employers to strengthen partnerships.
• Review learner progress, create action plans, and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure apprentices are assessment-ready and equipped for success.
• Share your industry expertise through practical and theoretical learning.
• Promote inclusion, safeguarding, and well-being at every step.

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of leadership and operations management? At Logistics UK, we are looking for a dedicated Apprenticeship Skills Coach to inspire and guide the next generation of professionals. If you thrive on helping others succeed and have a strong background in training and development, this is your chance to make a real impact. This role will focus on delivering and supporting our Level 3 Team Leader and Level 5 Operations Manager apprenticeship programmes. Why Join Logistics UK? Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods. An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training in Team Leading and Operations Management
• Coach apprentices one-to-one, supporting their growth and confidence
• Build lasting relationships with employers to strengthen partnerships
• Review learner progress, create action plans, and provide constructive feedback
• Ensure apprentices are assessment-ready and equipped for success
• Share your industry expertise through practical and theoretical learning
• Promote inclusion, safeguarding, and well-being at every step

Qualifications

• A level 3+ teaching qualification (or equivalent)
• Experience in delivering apprenticeships or prior teaching experience
• Level 5 Operations Manager qualification or significant sector experience
• Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills
• Ability to identify training needs and implement effective solutions
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of literacy and numeracy
• Assessor Awards (CAVA, TAQA, A1 equivalent)
• Background in transport

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same - everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
• Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Enhanced Family Leave policy
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
• Various learning and development opportunities
• Range of pension schemes
• Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
• Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind