We are seeking an Assistant Apprenticeship Manager to join our central team, helping support, promote and develop apprenticeship programmes across the Harris Federation while contributing to the growth of our provision as a training provider.
You will be the first point of contact for apprentices, training providers and internal stakeholders, helping to drive engagement and ensure high‑quality delivery.
This is a varied role ideal for someone confident with systems, data and stakeholder management, who is passionate about creating opportunities for learners and supporting staff development.
If you're organised, proactive and excited about improving apprenticeship experiences across a large, high‑performing education trust, we'd love to hear from you.
MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
* Acting as the first point of contact for apprenticeship queries, training providers and internal stakeholders
* Helping promote apprenticeship opportunities internally and supporting recruitment and upskilling initiatives across the Harris Federation
* Providing support to manage the Harris Federation apprenticeship levy, tracking costs, progress and compliance with funding requirements
* Organising and promoting Apprenticeship events and information sessions across the Federation and academy sites, supporting senior leaders in promoting apprenticeships and recruiting future apprentices
* Supporting internal and external marketing for apprenticeship activities as part of wider employer branding and promoting engagement events to increase awareness and understanding of apprenticeships
* Facilitating an apprenticeship network and supporting development opportunities such as award nominations
* Maintaining and advising on safeguarding compliance, including neuro‑inclusion, in alignment with the Ofsted framework, especially for under‑18 apprentices
* Supporting the Apprenticeship team with projects focused on implementation, procurement, quality assurance and evaluation to expand levy use or facilitate levy transfer
* Working with the marketing team to create marketing materials, update the Apprenticeship SharePoint, produce event leaflets and share internal communications promoting Apprenticeship programmes
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
* The ability to establish a new role in the Harris Federation and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to deliver successful apprenticeship programmes
* Strong project management skills with experience of complex projects with multiple stakeholders
* Experience of working across a large organisation, developing and delivering initiatives and maintaining stakeholder relationships
* The ability to travel to Federation academies in and around London and Essex as required
* Experience of managing a Learning Management System within the FE sector and working with the third‑party service provider to ensure the platforms are user friendly and up to date
* Supporting with tracking of tickets within the learning management system and working together with the third‑party service provider to resolve any issues and ensuring the platform is fit for purpose
* Experience of ILR monthly declaration and its analysis using various MIS platforms
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
* Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
* Annual performance and loyalty bonus
* Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
* 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
* Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
* Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
* Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
* Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
* 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
* Interest‑free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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