Do you have experience in an apprentice-focused role and have a passion to support, mentor and monitor progress of apprentices? Then this may be the role for you
The Apprenticeship Advisor is responsible for ensuring an excellent apprentice experience and that the university delivers against its education strategies. The post holder will establish and monitor internal and external training provision determined by Apprenticeship Training Plans and will use relevant knowledge in a related discipline or equivalent work experience in order to recruit, support and review new apprentices, The Apprenticeship Advisor will promote higher and degree apprenticeships and other training opportunities to employers in multi-industry sectors. The role holder will also provide support to senior managers within the Digital and Lifelong Learning Team.
As Apprenticeship Advisor you can expect to be involved in:
* Working with employers to provide a timely and efficient recruitment and admissions service to apprenticeship employers, including screening, interviewing and placing apprentices, so that recruitment campaigns are managed in line with University's best practice. In accordance with the ESFA regulations, ensure applicants are eligible.
* Managing the apprentice induction process including conducting due diligence checks, health and safety checks and induction meetings between the University and the employer and the apprentice
* Operating systems to effectively secure and maintain appropriate apprenticeship evidence including progress of apprentices and employer contribution. Including mapping of JD, training plans and programme against the apprenticeship standard.
What will you bring to the role?
* First degree or equivalent experience of working in similar role within HE/FE
* Direct experience of supporting, mentoring and monitoring progress of apprentices (A,I)
* Direct experience of supporting, mentoring and monitoring progress of managers of apprentices
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Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact quoting reference number CSF
* Occasionally we may need to close a vacancy before the published deadline due to a high number of applications being received, therefore we strongly advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. (All vacancies will be open for at least one week.)
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Section
Global and Lifelong Learning
Location
Chatham
Salary
£31,637 to £35,116 per annum
Grade
Grade 6
Post Type
Full Time
Contract Type
Fixed Term - 9 Months
Release Date
Friday 22 August 2025
Closing Date
23.59 hours BST on Friday 05 September 2025 (unless otherwise stated*)
Reference
CSF R