Intelligence/Data Analyst Coach

Pearson; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson TQ is seeking an Intelligence/Data Analyst Coach to mentor apprentices, assess progress and guide learning journeys from initial assessments through Gateway.

You will build strong learner relationships, leverage technology and MIS, deliver high-quality coaching, and work with managers and Pearson colleagues to support outcomes. Remote work with occasional site visits.

Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of the intelligence industry.
• Relevant training or assessor qualification.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
• Proficient IT skills and use of learning technology.
• Ability to manage remote work and learner records.

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor apprentices to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Deliver initial assessments, progress reviews, and Gateway preparation.
• Use MIS, e-portfolio and online learning systems to track progress.
• Maintain relationships with apprentices, managers and partners.
• Monitor progress and escalate risks as needed.
• Contribute to quality standards and CPD activities.

Skills

Intelligence industry knowledge

Coaching & mentoring

Excellent communication

IT literacy with learning platforms

Education

Assessor qualification

OPMI/OPTI course

Tools

MIS

e-portfolio

Online learning systems

Job description

Intelligence/Data Analyst Coach

Description

In this role, you’ll coach, mentor and assess apprentices as they develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for their apprenticeship. This role aligns to industry-level titles such as Intelligence Analyst Trainer, Apprenticeship Coach, Trainer/Assessor, Learning Coach or Skills Coach.

The Role

As an Intelligence/Data Analyst Coach with Pearson TQ, you’ll help apprentices build confidence, capability and progress throughout their apprenticeship journey. You’ll deliver high-quality coaching, training, assessment and feedback, supporting learners from initial assessment through to Gateway preparation and successful completion. In your first six months, your biggest impact will be building strong learner relationships, using technology effectively, and keeping apprentices on track against their target achievement dates. This is an opportunity to combine intelligence industry expertise with meaningful coaching, helping learners apply their skills in real workplace contexts.

What You'll Own

• Coach and mentor apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for their apprenticeship, providing timely, constructive and professional feedback.
• Deliver robust initial assessments, progress reviews and Gateway preparation, ensuring apprentices have a clear, individualized learning journey.
• Use technology, e-portfolio, MIS and online learning systems to support effective delivery, accurate records and timely learner progress.
• Maintain strong working relationships with apprentices, military or civilian line managers, customers, business partners and Pearson colleagues to support positive learner outcomes.
• Monitor progress against target achievement dates, promptly identifying risks, absences or support needs and escalating where needed.
• Contribute to quality standards through accurate assessment decisions, internal quality assurance expectations, CPD, standardisation and team meetings.

About You

You bring strong intelligence industry knowledge and a passion for helping apprentices grow. You are organised, learner-focused and confident working independently in a target-driven environment, while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to raise the standard of delivery.

• Experience and excellent working knowledge of the intelligence industry.
• Relevant training, teaching or assessor qualification, or the ability to demonstrate equivalent capability.
• Strong communication, coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to provide clear feedback and set meaningful objectives.
• Good IT skills and confidence using technology to support effective and efficient learning delivery.
• Ability to manage your own time while working remotely and maintaining accurate learner records.
• A proven track record of working in a target-driven environment and achieving agreed outcomes.
• Willingness to embrace new ways of working and think creatively about how to engage learners, including those deployed away from their usual workplace.
• Ability to complete an enhanced DBS check and hold UK SC clearance.

It Would Be Great If You Also Have

• Experience of Ofsted inspection, DfE funding requirements or apprentice programme management.
• A record of consistently strong trainer/assessor observations through OTLA or standardisation activity.
• Completion of the OPMI/OPTI course at Chicksands.
• Working knowledge of the Level 4 Data Analyst or Intelligence Analyst apprenticeship standards.

Review the standards below for reference:

• https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/data-analyst-v1-1
• https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/intelligence-analyst-v1-0

What You'll Get

• The opportunity to make a direct difference to apprentices as they build professional confidence and progress towards successful completion.
• A role where your intelligence industry expertise is valued and translated into meaningful learning outcomes.
• A supportive Pearson TQ environment with opportunity to contribute to quality improvement, learner success and strong customer relationships.
• Continued professional development through CPD, team meetings and standardisation activity.
• A remote working approach with flexibility to manage your caseload, alongside virtual or site-based learner visits when required.

DBS and Security Clearance

This role requires the successful candidate to complete an enhanced DBS check. The successful candidate will also be required to hold UK SC clearance.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply now and help shape what’s next for apprentices building their future in the intelligence profession.

EEO Statement

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