Programme Leader in Engineering Apprenticeships

Eden Brown Synergy; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in Lancashire is seeking an experienced Programme Leader to take on an interim role guiding apprenticeship provisions. The role requires strong leadership and compliance knowledge in apprenticeship standards, with an emphasis on maintaining quality and performance. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in apprenticeship management and be available to start at short notice for 3-6 months. Competitive daily rates offered.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading apprenticeship programmes.
• Strong understanding of apprenticeship standards and Ofsted expectations.
• Available to start at short notice for interim role.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery and performance of apprenticeship programmes.
• Oversee compliance with funding regulations.
• Support curriculum teams to maintain quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership in apprenticeship programmes

Understanding of ESFA compliance

Managing teams

Quality improvement planning

Education

Teaching/assessing qualifications (e.g. PGCE, A1, TAQA)

Job description

Overview

Programme Leader - Apprenticeships (Interim Role)

Location: Lancashire

Rate: 350-450 per day

Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading training and education provider in Lancashire who are seeking an experienced Programme Leader to take on an interim assignment leading their apprenticeship provision. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled professional to step into a key leadership role, driving the quality, compliance, and performance of apprenticeship programmes across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day delivery and performance of apprenticeship programmes, ensuring high standards in teaching, learning, and learner outcomes.
• Oversee compliance with ESFA funding regulations and Ofsted's Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
• Support curriculum teams and tutors to maintain high-quality delivery and effective learner progress tracking.
• Act as the primary contact for employer partners, supporting ongoing collaboration and apprenticeship pipeline development.
• Drive quality improvement actions, support preparation for inspections or audits, and contribute to self-assessment reporting.
• Provide leadership and coaching to delivery staff to raise standards and ensure targets are met or exceeded.

About You (Qualifications and Experience)

• Proven track record of leading apprenticeship programmes within a Further Education or work-based learning environment.
• Strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, ESFA compliance, and Ofsted expectations.
• Confident in managing teams, implementing quality improvement plans, and working at pace to meet targets.
• Teaching and/or assessing qualifications (e.g. PGCE, A1, TAQA) preferred but not essential.
• Available to start at short notice and commit to a full-time interim role for 3-6 months.
• A DBS is also needed for this role.

If this is of interest please apply now to avoid disappointment.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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