Suffolk New College Address: Rope Walk, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 1LT – On site Salary: £41,604 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible Reference: 7993 Suffolk New College are looking to appoint an Apprenticeships Manager to lead on the operational and strategic aspects of Apprenticeships, you will work closely with the other Apprenticeship Manager and Executive team, to pro-actively support, lead and develop staff to deliver an exceptional learner experience. You will need proven experience and expert knowledge of Apprenticeship provision, with inspirational leadership qualities, and the ability to build and develop highly effective and sustainable relationships with employers and external stakeholders. As our Apprenticeship Manager, you will: be responsible for the overarching operational management of Apprenticeships lead on the management of the quality of the provision including co-ordinating and tracking centrally secure outcomes in line with Key Performance Indicators manage communication, both externally with employers and internally across curriculum and other relevant college teams manage Trainers and Progress Coaches aligned to a range of Standards, linked to the focus of the job remit lead on best practice via streamlining and refining apprenticeship systems and processes, including Smart Assessor, Pro-Monitor and Google. About us Suffolk New College is based in Ipswich, the county town of Suffolk, near the thriving waterfront and town centre. The college also has the Suffolk Rural Campus at Otley, and the ‘On the Coast’ provision with centres in Halesworth and Leiston. As Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site, you may be required to work at and travel between campuses. At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice, it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential. What will offer you Why choose us? Make a difference in young lives and work in a collaborative environment with a supportive team. Join our dynamic team at Suffolk New College, where excellence meets opportunity! As proud recipients of prestigious accolades including the Further Education Provider of the Year 2023, the AOC Beacon Award for Sustainable Development, and an Ofsted “Good” rating, we offer an inspiring environment for growth and success. With a dedicated workforce of approximately 650 professionals, spanning curriculum delivery to vital support functions like Facilities, IT, Marketing, Student Services, and Human Resources, we foster a diverse and talented community. Embracing inclusivity, we are honoured to be recognised as a Disability Confident employer, actively championing equality and diversity in our recruitment and selection practices. Join us in shaping futures and making a positive impact. To find out more, please visit our staff benefits page. For more information Please view our full job description, outlining the essential and desirable criteria, on our website. To find out more, please contact Daniel King, Director of Adults and Apprenticeships by emailing danielking@suffolk.ac.uk. How to apply Please complete an application form by visiting our website. Closing date: 11.55pm, 3 November 2025. Interview date: 11 November 2025. Please note, once you have submitted your application, we will contact you following the closing date, should you be shortlisted. If you do not hear from us, then please assume you have not been selected. This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.