Apprenticeship Skills Coordinator (Technical Construction & Civil Engineering)

The Supply Register Ltd.; North East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Supply Register Ltd. is recruiting an Apprenticeship Skills Coordinator to support New College Durham's School of Advanced Manufacturing. The role focuses on Level 3 and Level 4 apprentices in Technical Construction and Civil Engineering, helping them progress and achieve qualifications.

You will coordinate evidence collection, reviews, and learner records, while mentoring and guiding apprentices and liaising with employers to foster strong partnerships.

Qualifications

• Experience with apprenticeships or mentoring environments.
• Strong communication and relationships with learners and employers.
• Experience monitoring progress and maintaining records.
• Ability to organise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Competence with ICT and digital learning platforms.
• Level 2 English and Maths required; sector knowledge desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support apprentices with evidence collection on and off the job.
• Conduct progress reviews and monitor learner achievement against targets.
• Maintain accurate learner records, including e-portfolio systems and off-the-job training records.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, advice and guidance to apprentices.
• Work with employers to support apprentice development and positive relationships.
• Assist with planning/delivery of apprenticeship standards, Gateway prep and EPA.
• Assist with individual learning plans and action planning.
• Participate in employer engagement, recruitment activities and college events.

Skills

Apprenticeship delivery

Communication skills

Progress monitoring

Workload management

ICT / digital platforms

Construction knowledge

Assessor qualification

DBS check

Education

Level 2 English & Maths (GCSE 4/C)

Assessor qualification (A1/D32/D33) or equivalent

Tools

e-portfolio systems

Job description

Apprenticeship Skills Coordinator (Technical Construction & Civil Engineering)

Location: New College Durham
Contract: Temporary, until permanent vacancies are filled
Hours: 3-4 days per week (22.2-29.6 hours per week)
Pay:£17.62 per hour including holiday pay
Employer: The Supply Register (on behalf of New College Durham)

We are currently recruiting an Apprenticeship Skills Coordinator to support New College Durham's School of Advanced Manufacturing. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced apprenticeship professionals, trainers, assessors, coaches, or mentors with knowledge of Construction, Technical Construction, Civil Engineering, or apprenticeship delivery.

The Role

As an Apprenticeship Skills Coordinator, you will support Level 3 and Level 4 apprentices throughout their apprenticeship journey, helping them develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully achieve their qualification and progress within their industry.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting apprentices with evidence collection both on and off the job
• Conducting progress reviews and monitoring learner achievement against targets
• Maintaining accurate learner records, including e-portfolio systems and off-the-job training records
• Providing coaching, mentoring, advice, and guidance to apprentices throughout their programme
• Working closely with employers to support apprentice development and maintain positive working relationships
• Supporting the planning and delivery of apprenticeship standards, Gateway preparation, and End Point Assessment processes
• Assisting with individual learning plans and action planning to support learner success
• Participating in employer engagement, apprentice recruitment activities, and college events

What We're Looking For

• Experience working with apprentices, young people, or adults in a teaching, coaching, training, or mentoring environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with learners and employers
• Experience monitoring learner progress and maintaining accurate records
• Ability to organise and manage workloads effectively while meeting deadlines
• Confidence using ICT systems and digital learning platforms
• English and Maths at Level 2 (GCSE Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent
• Vocational knowledge or experience within Construction, Built Environment, Technical Construction, or Civil Engineering is desirable
• Assessor qualification (A1, D32/D33 or equivalent) is desirable
• Experience managing an apprenticeship caseload is desirable
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join New College Durham?

New College Durham is committed to delivering outstanding apprenticeship programmes and supporting learners to achieve their full potential. You'll be joining a supportive team environment focused on learner success, employer engagement, and high-quality training provision.

Safeguarding Statement

The Supply Register and New College Durham are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.