Programme Operations and Recruitment & Outreach Co-Ordinator

Manufacturing Technology Centre; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent training provider in Oxford is looking for a Programme Operations and Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator. The role involves managing apprenticeship recruitment, coordinating engagement activities, and ensuring efficient training operations. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to supporting learners. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to be part of a supportive work environment focused on shaping future engineers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above.
• Qualification in employability and/or Careers Education is essential.
• Understanding of the engineering sector and apprenticeship standards is required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage apprentice applicants and provide employability advice.
• Lead open evenings and attraction events.
• Coordinate STEM outreach activities with educational partners.
• Support employer partners in apprentice recruitment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

GCSEs (Maths & English grade 4/C or above)

Qualification in employability and/or Careers Education

Tools

Learner management systems

Job description

Join Us in Shaping the Future of UK Manufacturing Skills

MTC Training is a multi-award-winning Independent Training Provider delivering high-quality engineering apprenticeships and upskilling courses. Our vision is to embed adaptable knowledge, skills, and behaviours that future-proof UK manufacturing.

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and organised Programme Operations and Recruitment & Outreach Coordinator to join our team. This is a varied role where you’ll manage apprenticeship recruitment, coordinate STEM engagement activities, and ensure the smooth operational delivery of training programmes. You’ll play a key part in supporting learners, engaging with employers, and promoting our apprenticeship offering.

What You’ll Do

• Manage the pipeline of apprentice applicants and provide employability advice and guidance.
• Lead open evenings and attraction events at the training centre.
• Coordinate STEM and outreach activities with schools and education partners.
• Work closely with marketing colleagues to promote apprenticeship programmes.
• Support employer partners with apprentice recruitment.
• Oversee operational coordination of training programmes, including inductions and learner reviews.
• Maintain learner administration and data in line with compliance requirements.
• Provide pastoral care, safeguarding, and mentoring for learners.
• Liaise with external organisations and employer partners to ensure a seamless learner experience.

What We’re Looking For

• GCSEs (Maths & English grade 4/C or above) and Level 2 Functional Skills.
• Qualification in employability and/or Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance.
• Understanding of the engineering sector and apprenticeship standards.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with learner management systems is desirable.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver under pressure.
• Full commitment to safeguarding and learner wellbeing.

Desirable

Experience in apprentice recruitment, STEM engagement, and event organisation.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation shaping the next generation of engineers.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Safeguarding Commitment

Learners’ safety and wellbeing is of paramount importance to all MTC Training employees. All individuals are expected to actively contribute to our culture of safeguarding and vigilance to ensure learning is delivered in the safest environment possible.

Shortlisted candidates will be subject to a level of security checks.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us deliver excellence in engineering education.