Job overview
Interviews for this post will be held face to face at Pennine Care Trust Headquarters on 15th April 2026, virtual interviews cannot be offered as an alternative’.
The Education, Workforce and Development Team are pleased to offer a rare opportunity for a motivated individual to join our dynamic and innovative apprenticeship team.
This busy and varied role involves supporting the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of a wide range of apprenticeship programmes across the Trust. As part of the apprenticeship pathway, you will also be responsible for line-managing apprentices where appropriate, ensuring they receive the guidance and support needed to thrive.
You will play a key role in the journey of our non‑clinical apprentices, supporting them from their initial expression of interest through to successful completion of their programme. In addition, you may support other apprentices across the Trust, giving you the chance to broaden your experience and make a wider impact.
We are looking for someone who is adaptable, enthusiastic, and committed to developing others. Flexibility is essential, as occasional out‑of‑hours working may be required to meet the needs of the service.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to the growth and development of our future workforce, we encourage you to apply. Join us and become part of a supportive, forward‑thinking team where your contribution truly matters.
Main duties of the job
• The main duty of this role is to support the apprenticeship manager with the planning, arranging, monitoring, and evaluating the wide variety of
apprenticeship programmes across the Trust.
• Building a strong relationship with apprentices and their managers to monitor progress and compliance in line with their apprenticeship learning agreement.
• Line manages apprentices where relevant
• To work as part of the Education and Workforce Development team, providing a resource to champion Apprenticeships.
• To attend career and recruitment events as required to promote healthcare careers.
• To be a link and point of contact between the Trust and external agencies and providers.
• To link with other apprenticeship facilitators, Apprenticeship Ambassadors, other relevant people and organisations and to participate in these groups.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
* Access to Continued Professional Development
* Involvement in improvement and research activities
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification, located in the documents section below. When completing your application, ensure that you refer to both documents and provide clear, specific examples of how you meet each of the criteria outlined in the Person Specification. These criteria will form the basis of the shortlisting process
Person specification
Skills
Essential criteria
* Ability to manage own diary.
* Use initiative, plan, organise and make decisions with limited supervision.
* Able to use variety of communication methods, written ,verbal, data, presentation etc.
* Ability to influence and persuade, adapting personal style to meet different situations.
* IT skills.
* Able to engage with employees and stakeholders at all levels.
* Able to manage several work streams and task simultaneously
* Able to prioritise and manage own workload.
Desirable criteria
* Produce adverts, resources, documents for communication and promotion.
* Confident in presenting and delivering to groups.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Knowledge of NHSE Quality Framework.
* Knowledge of Apprenticeship Levy and upcoming developments
* Knowledge of Apprenticeship programmes of learning and assessment processes.
* Understanding of Performance Development Review processes and assessment of individuals knowledge and skills.
Desirable criteria
* Awareness of Greater Manchester Devolution
* Awareness of NHS Five Year Forward View.
Experience
Essential criteria
* Current working knowledge of the NHS and experience in working in a clinical environment.
* Proven working experience using spread sheets and electronic systems for information collection, analysis and the production of reports – with attention to detail
* Proven record of providing a high standard of customer care.
* Demonstrate organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise own workload.
* Demonstrate effective and timely responding to queries and providing guidance and advice.
* Demonstrable experience of providing 1:1 or group support.
* Building Productive working relationships with external agencies and partner organisations
* Demonstrate experience of audit and evaluation processes.
* Demonstrable experience of working both independently and effectively within a team environment
Desirable criteria
* Producing action plans to address issues
* Delivering training
* Project management skills, and ability to see a project through to conclusion
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Maths and English at GCSE grade A-C/4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent
* Relevant Foundation Degree or Diploma level qualification
* Experience to graduate level
Desirable criteria
* Project management qualification.
* Supervisor/Assessor coaching experience
* Hold a recognised teaching qualification
* NMC or HCPC registration
📝 Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
We understand that some candidates may use AI tools to help prepare their application. This is not restricted, however, any AI support should only be used to enhance your own writing and must reflect your genuine skills and experience. You will be asked to talk about your application at interview. Applications that contain false or misleading information may be removed from the recruitment process.
We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.