Employer Support and Recruitment Co‑ordinator
Salary: Commencing at £30,106 with progression to £31,916 per annum.
Closing Date: 2026‑06‑23.
About the Role
We’re looking for an Employer Support and Recruitment Co‑ordinator within our Apprenticeship Directorate. The role focuses on supporting employers and apprentices throughout the apprenticeship journey, providing expert advice, guidance and training opportunities across sectors.
What You Will Do
* Engage with a range of employers to identify their workforce development needs and offer tailored skills solutions.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with levy‑paying employers and SMEs.
* Represent the organisation at external events, meetings and networking opportunities.
* Support prospective apprentices by preparing them for interviews, conducting initial and additional learning support assessments and delivering high‑quality career information, advice and guidance.
* Manage the advertisement of apprenticeship vacancies and assist employers with the DAS platform.
About You
* Proven experience in Employer Engagement, Business Development or Sales within the Further Education sector with a track record of achieving performance targets.
* Background in account‑managing employer or stakeholder relations with sustained partnership growth.
* Confidence and experience delivering presentations to a variety of stakeholder groups, both in person and online.
* Solid understanding of the Further Education landscape and apprenticeship programmes.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to engage and present effectively.
* Flexible and adaptable approach, thriving in a dynamic role.
Benefits
Annual leave
Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays.
Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays.
Pension schemes
Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme.
CPD opportunities
Annual staff conference plus two additional staff development days; qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
Employee wellbeing initiatives
Family friendly policies, discounted onsite spa and gym.
Travel and commuting
Discounted travel through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to Work schemes.
Flexible and hybrid working
Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and welfare of all students, including children, young people and vulnerable adults.
All successful applicants will be required to complete enhanced DBS checks, online checks and provide two satisfactory references.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion and want to reflect this in our staff population.
Recruitment Agencies
* We do not recognise unsolicited or speculative CV submissions from recruitment agencies.
* We shall not be liable for any fee or commission should an unsolicited application from an agency result in employment.
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