Business Skills Coach

Pearson; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education company in Birmingham seeks a Business Skills Coach to deliver training programs for Apprentices in Leadership and Management. This role involves managing learner progress, conducting assessments, and providing valuable feedback, with a hybrid working model requiring occasional travel to customer sites. The ideal candidate has experience in training apprentices and a background in senior management. Competitive salary and a supportive work culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable training and delivery experience of Level 3 and 5 Apprenticeships.
• Able to conduct assessments and provide constructive feedback.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections and ESFA funding is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver personalized learning programmes.
• Conduct face-to-face and virtual coaching sessions.
• Track and assess apprentices' progress regularly.

Skills

Training and delivery experience

Industry competence in senior management

Effectively managing learners and caseloads

Technology utilization for efficiency

Excellent written communication

Education

Qualified trainer and assessor for Level 3 and 5 Apprenticeships

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a Business Skills Coach to join our friendly team who can deliver high quality training programmes to develop our Apprentices knowledge, skills and behaviours for their Level3 and 5 Leadership and Management Programme.

Your responsibilities will include completing Apprentice learning, assessments, reviews, and completions efficiently, always aiming to exceed the quality standards set by management. You'll support every aspect of the learner journey, from preparing for the Gateway to delivering valuable, professional feedback and provide exceptional learning experiences and steadfast guidance to ensure every apprentice and learner achieves their Apprenticeship standards and qualifications successfully.

Location : Based on a hybrid working model, you will have the ability to work remotely with occasional travel to customer sites and our Pearson office based in central London. Due to the need to travel into London, you must be within an easy commute but all travel expenses will be paid.

Core tasks and responsibilities

• Develop and deliver personalized learning programmes supporting apprentices in gaining required knowledge, skills, and behaviours.
• Contribute to assessment, eligibility, onboarding, and induction to accurately record apprentices' starting points.
• Provide individual coaching, arrange visits, and support apprentices in developing workplace skills essential for qualification completion.
• Assess apprentices against criteria, provide constructive feedback, and use e-portfolios effectively.
• Conduct assessments within set timeframes to monitor progress and generate evidence for qualifications.
• Utilize e-portfolios and virtual learning environments effectively to support apprentices' learning and development.
• Conduct both face-to-face and virtual classroom sessions to coach apprentices in business and management skills.
• Track apprentices' progress, conduct formal reviews, and ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
• Maintain accurate apprentice records across various systems and assist in ongoing programme development.
• Engage in CPD activities, attend meetings, and support other qualifications / programmes as needed.

What we are looking for

• Qualified trainer and assessor with demonstrable training and delivery experience of Level 3 and 5 Apprenticeships and Qualifications.
• Industry competence and experience in a senior management role.
• Proficient in managing learners and caseloads effectively.
• Utilises technology adeptly to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery.
• Can consistently demonstrate operating as an outstanding or minimum good trainer / assessor, through previous OTLA (Observation of Teaching and Learning) and standardisation observations.
• Proven ability to work in a target driven environment with a track record in successfully achieving targets.
• Excellent written skills to enable detailed feedback and target setting of objectives.
• Delivery experience of Level 5 Coaching Professional Apprenticeships would be desirable but not essential.
• Experience of Ofsted inspections and an understanding of ESFA funding requirements desirable but not essential.
• This post is exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applicants will be expected to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the DBS.

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets. To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.