Deputy Head of Apprenticeships

Deputy Head of ApprenticeshipsWalsall £40'000- £43000 + Expenses + Company bonus + Enhances pension + Life assurance + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (and Christmas closure)Do you have experience in apprenticeship delivery and leading a team of assessors?Are you looking for a varied and challenging role with an ambitious training provider who are seen as the leaders in their industry?This impressive and ambitious training provider recently launched a company sponsorship programme, which has seen leading brand names in the sector come onboard to invest in their initiatives, designed to address the engineering skills gap within this growing engineering sector.They have enjoyed over 500% growth since 2021 and are aiming for continued growth and want to have 3000 apprentices on their programmes across the UK. In this role The Deputy Head of Apprenticeships will support the Head of Apprenticeships in delivering the curriculum, mobilizing resources for new standards, and ensuring best practices. They will provide leadership to maintain high-quality apprenticeship delivery, achieve timely learner completion, and meet business KPIs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in apprenticeship delivery, comprehensive understanding of ESFA and OFSTED regulations and have experience managing teams. If you have a knack for inspiring others and a deep understanding of apprenticeship delivery, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The role:*Oversee the Apprenticeship Department, managing a team of Learner Engagement Officers including appraisals, performance management and KPI's *Ensure our learners achieve timely completions, contributing to our commitment to excellence. *Analyse performance data, implement strategies for improvement, and lead your team to success. *Collaborate with quality and compliance teams to meet ESFA and OFSTED requirements. *Support staff development through training and regular feedback, fostering a culture of growth. The person:*You have 5+ years of experience in educational settings, particularly in apprenticeship delivery. *You possess a comprehensive understanding of ESFA and OFSTED regulations. *You have a proven track record of managing teams, achieving learner targets, and enhancing performance. *You're tech-savvy with experience in LMS/CRM systems, and you prioritize safeguarding in all aspects of your work. *You are willing to travel nationally to support our centres and engage with learners.