Skills Coach - HR / People Professional Level 5 and 7 Apprenticeships

KnowledgeBrief; City Of London; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Skills Coach for People Professional Level 7 Apprenticeships. This full-time remote position involves mentoring learners, developing tailored learning plans, and preparing them for assessments. Ideal candidates will have a Level 7 qualification in HR, and experience in the apprenticeship sector is highly desirable. Competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000 and great benefits are offered.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Investment in CPD

Access to colleague well-being programme

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and mentoring, preferably within the apprenticeship sector.
• Strong understanding of HR strategy, leadership, and applied people management.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert coaching to learners enrolled in the Level 7 People Professional Apprenticeship.
• Develop tailored learning plans for structured progression.
• Integrate on-the-job and off-the-job learning.
• Prepare learners for end-point assessment.

Skills

Coaching

HR Strategy

Communication

Education

Level 7 qualification in HR or Leadership

Job description

Skills Coach - People Professional Level 7 Apprenticeships

Full Time, Remote (UK - must live within a 1.5-hour commute of London)

Salary: £35,000-£40,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications

Start Date: November 2025

Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for supporting the next generation of people leaders? Do you thrive in an environment where you can guide learners through their professional development and help them apply strategic HR insights to real-world business challenges?

At KnowledgeBrief, we’ve been at the forefront of leadership and management training for 20 years, enhancing learning experiences through our pioneering KBPro platform. Following the expansion of our apprenticeship provision in 2024, we're now looking for an experienced apprenticeship assessor to join our team as a Skills Coach for our Level 7 People Professional Apprenticeship. As our apprenticeship offering grows, this role will also include taking on learners for the Level 5 People Professional Apprenticeship once launched.

Role Overview

As a Skills Coach, you will play a vital role in supporting learners through the Level 7 People Professional Apprenticeship, helping them develop the strategic competencies required for senior HR roles. You will guide learners in integrating their apprenticeship learning with on-the-job experiences, ensuring they develop a strong understanding of advanced HR principles, business leadership, and people strategies.

This role is fully remote, though candidates must live within a 1.5-hour commute of London for occasional in-person meetings and company away days.

Why Work With Us?

At KnowledgeBrief, we are committed to fostering the joy of learning, providing access to cutting-edge research and theory through our bespoke e-learning platform. Our employee well-being initiatives include:

• Investment in staff CPD, with study days each month for your own development
• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays and a two-week closure over Christmas/New Year
• Two weeks’ paid short-term sick leave
• Access to our colleague well-being and benefits programme through Health Assured, including rewards and discounts
• Opportunities to engage in exciting growth projects beyond your core role

Skills Coach – Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert coaching, guidance, and motivation to adult learners enrolled in the Level 7 People Professional Apprenticeship
• Develop tailored learning plans, ensuring structured progression from each learner’s starting point
• Integrate on-the-job and off-the-job learning, supporting learners to apply strategic HR principles effectively
• Offer additional support and catch-up strategies to meet individual learner needs
• Engage line managers in the learner’s progress through regular tripartite reviews
• Prepare learners for end-point assessment, ensuring they are fully equipped for success
• Ensure learners meet apprenticeship off-the-job learning requirements and achieve their learning outcomes
• Proactively re-engage learners who may be falling behind, supporting them to progress
• Participate in Apprenticeship Team and Standardisation meetings, contributing to the continuous improvement of our coaching practices
• Foster a passion for learning, engaging with professionals across diverse industries

Skills Coach – Experience & Qualifications

We’re seeking a dedicated HR professional with experience in coaching and mentoring, preferably within the apprenticeship sector. Ideal candidates will have some or all of the following:

• Level 7 qualification in HR, Leadership, or a related field (ideal)
• Experience in coaching and mentoring senior HR professionals (ideal)
• Previous work in the apprenticeship sector (highly desirable)
• Experience in delivering Level 7 People Professional apprenticeships (highly desirable)
• Recognised teaching qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Membership of a relevant professional body (desirable but not essential)
• Strong understanding of HR strategy, leadership, and applied people management

If you’re excited about this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you! Apply directly with your CV and a cover letter explaining your relevant experience and enthusiasm for the role.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Nathan
People Partner

KnowledgeBrief

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KnowledgeBrief is an Equal Opportunities employer. All qualified candidates will be considered