We are thrilled to present an exciting opportunity for the role of ACS AM2 Centre Manager within our Employment and Skills department. This role is pivotal in leading and managing our ACS Gas and AM2 Electrical Training Centres, ensuring the highest standards of delivery, compliance, customer satisfaction, and commercial performance.
About the Role
The ACS AM2 Centre Manager is responsible for the operational oversight, business development, staff leadership, and maintaining strong relationships with employers, awarding bodies, and regulatory agencies. The role involves overseeing the planning, coordination, and continuous improvement of all training and assessment activities within the centre.
Key Responsibilities:
* Leadership and Management: Oversee the day-to-day delivery and coordination of ACS and AM2 training and assessments, ensuring all activities meet awarding body, industry, and regulatory standards.
* Manage and support delivery staff, assessors, and administrators to ensure effective teamwork and service delivery.
* Business Development: Develop and implement a growth plan to maximise course occupancy and commercial income. Work closely with the marketing and employer engagement teams to drive new business and promote the centre’s offerings.
* Quality Assurance: Ensure full compliance with awarding body requirements and internal quality assurance processes. Lead on preparation for external audits, inspections, and internal quality reviews.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for employer partners and key clients, promoting excellent service and long-term relationships. Represent the centre at external events, networks, and professional forums.
* Financial Management: Develop and manage centre budgets, forecasting income and controlling expenditure to meet financial targets. Analyse performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
About You
We are looking for a dedicated and dynamic individual who is passionate about education and skills development. You should have a strong background in the gas and electrical industries, with a proven track record in managing training and assessment centres.
What You Will Need to Succeed:
* To excel in this role, you will need a relevant vocational qualification in a related field, such as gas, electrical, or construction industry-related qualifications, or an NVQ / Level 3 in a relevant vocational field
* Vocational assessor qualifications, such as an A1 Assessors Award or TAQA (Training, Assessment, and Quality Assurance qualification), are also essential.
* Experience in managing and delivering ACS and AM2 training and assessments, including the coordination of practical and theoretical assessments within the gas and electrical sectors, is crucial.
* You should have strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, support, and develop staff to achieve high standards in training and assessment delivery
* You should have strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions to ensure smooth operation and continuous improvement
* The ability to manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring the training centre meets financial targets and operates efficiently.
About TSCG – Making a difference, together
At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), you belong to a team that’s committed to shaping brilliant futures – for students and colleagues alike. We believe in unlocking the potential that exists in everyone and when you work with us, your individual skills and experiences are valued.
Exceptional Benefits Package
* 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
* Generous company pension contribution 20.8%
* Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
* Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
* Tailored Professional Development plan
* Free onsite Parking
TSCG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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