Training and Development Coach - Health & Social Care

East Lancashire Learning Group; Accrington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational organization in Accrington seeks a passionate Training and Development Coach in Health & Social Care to support apprentices in reaching their full potential. Your role includes assessing apprentices, delivering quality training, and collaborating with employers to enhance learning outcomes. Candidates should be qualified assessors with experience in the sector, showcasing strong communication skills and a commitment to high standards. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

Benefits

Workplace pension scheme with employer contributions

Generous annual leave

Enhanced sick pay scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in Health & Social Care with qualifications to deliver apprenticeships.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements and Ofsted expectations.
• A passion for helping learners reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Support, coach, and assess apprentices through tailored training.
• Deliver engaging sessions embedding essential skills into the apprenticeship.
• Build strong relationships with employers to enhance apprentice progress.

Skills

Qualified Assessor (A1, CAVA or equivalent)

Experience delivering apprenticeships in Health & Social Care

Understanding of apprenticeship standards

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Tools

OneFile

Job description

Training and Development Coach – Health & Social Care

Salary: Up to £34,256.26 per annum (depending on qualification/experience)

Hours: 37 per week

Working Weeks: Full Year

Contract Type: Temporary (Fixed term until 31 January 2027)

Site: Accrington, Lancashire

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 4 January 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 13 January 2026

Our Organisation – This role is advertised by ELLG Professional Services, part of East Lancashire Learning Group. Accrington and Rossendale College delivers high‑quality vocational courses and technical training to the communities we serve.

The Exciting Role

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Training and Development Coach to join our supportive Health & Social Care team. This role offers the chance to make a real difference guiding apprentices across Health & Social Care standards (up to Level 3, with Level 5 delivery desirable) as they build rewarding careers.

You will play a key part in delivering engaging, high‑quality training and assessments, supporting apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to excel in their roles and achieve high grades at End Point Assessment. You’ll work closely with employers across Lancashire, supporting their business needs and helping shape a curriculum that reflects the latest developments in the sector. The successful candidate will be primarily based at Accrington but may need to travel across sites.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support, coach and assess apprentices through tailored training, workplace visits, and individual feedback.
• Deliver engaging sessions and embed English, maths and personal development into the apprenticeship journey.
• Work in partnership with our Functional Skills and curriculum teams.
• Build strong relationships with employers to enhance apprentice progress and curriculum relevance.
• Ensure timely achievement and preparation for End Point Assessment.

What We Are Looking For

• A qualified Assessor (A1, CAVA, or equivalent), with experience delivering high‑quality apprenticeships in Health & Social Care standards (Level 2‑3 essential; Level 4/5 desirable).
• Relevant occupational qualifications and industry experience.
• A sound understanding of apprenticeship standards, End Point Assessment processes and how to support learners to achieve distinction‑level outcomes.
• A strong grasp of quality and compliance requirements, including Ofsted expectations, safeguarding and ESFA funding rules.
• Confidence using digital platforms such as OneFile and learner management systems to plan, track and enhance learner progress.
• The ability to inspire and support apprentices of all ages, embedding English, maths and personal development into the learning journey.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with employers, colleagues and learners.
• A genuine passion for apprenticeships and a commitment to helping every learner reach their full potential.

What We Offer in Return

• Access to a workplace pension scheme – with generous employer contributions.
• Generous annual leave allowance including a two‑week closure over the Christmas period.
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family‑friendly policies and benefits.
• A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support.
• Staff recognition scheme, including long‑service awards.
• Free on‑site parking on all College sites.

Further Questions? Please contact our friendly HR Team at [e-mail].

Note: Applicants must receive an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. For further discussion, please contact the HR team.