Early Years Partnerships Manager — Remote with Local SMEs

Realise; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider is seeking a Partnerships Manager to oversee the learner journey and manage relationships with local small and medium-sized employers. This home-based role requires travel within the Reading and Berkshire region. The ideal candidate will have experience in apprenticeship management and strong interpersonal skills. The company offers benefits such as flexible working, health schemes, and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Purchase scheme for additional leave

Flexible working

Health Shield scheme

Life insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in apprenticeship management or employer engagement, ideally with SMEs.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employers and apprentices.
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with all stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the learner journey from onboarding to completion.
• Manage relationships with local SMEs and trainers to ensure engagement.
• Develop long-term partnerships with local employers.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of apprenticeships

Community-focused approach

Job description

A leading training provider is seeking a Partnerships Manager to oversee the learner journey and manage relationships with local small and medium-sized employers. This home-based role requires travel within the Reading and Berkshire region. The ideal candidate will have experience in apprenticeship management and strong interpersonal skills. The company offers benefits such as flexible working, health schemes, and generous holiday entitlement.