Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead

Think FE; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead at Berkshire College of Technology oversees and develops its Electrical apprenticeship provision, leading a team and driving quality, employer engagement and learner success across the provision.

The role focuses on strategic and operational leadership, ensuring outstanding outcomes for apprentices, employers and stakeholders while meeting funding and awarding body requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience managing apprenticeship provision within Further Education.
• A recognised assessor qualification.
• English and Maths at Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship quality assurance and compliance.
• Experience leading staff and driving quality improvements.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A passion for developing apprentices and supporting employer engagement.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the Electrical apprenticeship team.
• Driving high-quality teaching, learning and assessment throughout the learner journey.
• Coaching and supporting apprentices through reviews, assessments and End Point Assessment (AM2S).
• Managing curriculum planning, standardisation, EQA and IQA activities.
• Building strong relationships with employers to ensure programmes meet industry needs.
• Monitoring learner progress, retention, achievement and employer satisfaction.
• Leading on quality improvement initiatives including SARs and QIPs.
• Supporting curriculum development and continuous improvement across the apprenticeship provision.
• Ensuring compliance with awarding body and funding requirements.

Education

Assessor qualification

Job description

programme lead for electrical

04th August, 2026

Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead
Permanent | Berkshire | £45,000 - £48,300 per annum
A well-established, Ofsted-rated Good further education group in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead to oversee and develop its Electrical apprenticeship provision. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong apprenticeship management experience who is ready to lead a team while driving quality, employer engagement and learner success across a growing provision. The college is recognised for its strong employer partnerships, high-quality technical education and commitment to developing industry-ready talent.

The Role

As the Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead, you will take responsibility for the strategic and operational leadership of the Electrical apprenticeship provision, ensuring outstanding outcomes for apprentices, employers and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the Electrical apprenticeship team.
• Driving high-quality teaching, learning and assessment throughout the learner journey.
• Coaching and supporting apprentices through reviews, assessments and preparation for End Point Assessment (AM2S).
• Managing curriculum planning, standardisation, EQA and IQA activities.
• Building strong relationships with employers to ensure programmes meet industry needs.
• Monitoring learner progress, retention, achievement and employer satisfaction.
• Leading on quality improvement initiatives including SARs and QIPs.
• Supporting curriculum development and continuous improvement across the apprenticeship provision.
• Ensuring compliance with awarding body and funding requirements.

About You

• Experience managing apprenticeship provision within Further Education.
• A recognised assessor qualification.
• English and Maths at Level 2 (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship quality assurance and compliance.
• Experience leading staff and driving quality improvements.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A passion for developing apprentices and supporting employer engagement.

The college may also consider experienced Curriculum Managers or similar professionals looking to step into a Programme Lead position.

Why Apply?

• Holds a Good Ofsted rating across all provision, including apprenticeships.
• Invests heavily in technical and vocational education.
• Works closely with a wide range of regional and national employers.
• Offers genuine opportunities to influence curriculum quality and apprenticeship outcomes.
• Supports ongoing professional development and career progression.