Early Years Partnerships Manager — Local SME Engagement

Realise; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known training organization in Sheffield is seeking a Partnerships Manager to oversee the learner journey and manage relationships with local small and medium-sized employers. The role provides flexibility in a home-based setting with travel required in the Sheffield region. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in apprenticeship management and strong communication skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, flexible working, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public and bank holidays

Purchase scheme for up to 5 additional days annual leave

Flexible working

Health Shield scheme

Life insurance

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in apprenticeship management, employer engagement, or a related role.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with local employers.
• Knowledge of apprenticeships, programme delivery, and the early years/education sector is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the learner journey from onboarding to completion.
• Manage relationships with learners, trainers, and local SMEs.
• Develop and nurture long-term relationships with local employers.

Skills

Apprenticeship management

Employer engagement

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

A well-known training organization in Sheffield is seeking a Partnerships Manager to oversee the learner journey and manage relationships with local small and medium-sized employers. The role provides flexibility in a home-based setting with travel required in the Sheffield region. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in apprenticeship management and strong communication skills. Benefits include 25 days holiday, flexible working, and an Employee Assistance Programme.