Apprenticeship Recruitment and Engagement Officer Business Development Location: Sunderland Salary: £24,816 to £26,881 per annum Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 10 February 2026 Reference: 0994-25 About Education Partnership North East (EPNE) At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do. Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve. We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth. Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now. Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding Our Journey & Values As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing. About The Candidate The post holder will have the ability to pro-actively build relationships with a range of stakeholders, growing our existing apprenticeship referral network. Good organisational skills are an essential requirement for this role About The Role The Apprenticeship Recruitment and Engagement Officer plays a key role in promoting apprenticeships as a career opportunity to potential candidates. The successful candidate will co-ordinate the application process for candidates applying for EPNE's employer apprenticeship vacancies. The postholder will work with the College's Business Development Team and employers to fill apprenticeship vacancies. Role Responsibilities Manage EPNE'S employer apprenticeship vacancies Work directly with employers to fill apprenticeship vacancies Manage EPNE's apprenticeship candidate Bank Promote apprenticeships internally to EPNE's current students Promote the benefits of apprenticeships externally Qualifications Grade 4 GCSE Maths and English or above Essential Skills & Experience Experience of working to targets Good communication skills Good organisations Skills Good customer service skills Experience of organising events Desirable Skills & Experience – (Optional) Experience of Recruitment Experience of working in Further Education What’s in it for you? Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package. Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts) Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role) LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%) Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Free parking on most campuses. Free Gym access available at Bede Campus Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check. We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Further details: Job Description Email details to a friend