We're looking for an experienced and passionate Training and Development Coach to join our successful and supportive Engineering Team. This is your chance to make a real difference—guiding apprentices across Engineering standards as they build rewarding careers. This exciting role would suit:
- An experienced Trainer Assessor/Coach seeking a new challenge within an Ofsted Outstanding organisation that puts learners and staff at the heart of what we do.
- A skilled practitioner from industry ready to take the next step into teaching, coaching and assessing.
You’ll play a key part in delivering engaging, high‑quality training and assessments, supporting apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to excel in their roles and achieve high grades at End Point Assessment. You’ll work closely with employers across Lancashire, supporting their business needs and helping shape a curriculum that reflects the latest developments in the sector. In return, you’ll be part of a welcoming and dynamic team, with access to continuous professional development and real opportunities to grow your career.
The successful candidate will be primarily based at Accrington but may be required to travel across sites.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Support, coach and assess apprentices through tailored training, workplace visits, and individual feedback.
- Deliver engaging sessions and embed English, maths and personal development into the apprenticeship journey.
- Work in partnership with our Functional Skills and curriculum teams.
- Build strong relationships with employers to enhance apprentice progress and curriculum relevance.
- Ensure timely achievement and preparation for End Point Assessment.
Qualifications:
- A qualified Assessor (A1, CAVA, or equivalent), with experience delivering high‑quality apprenticeships in Engineering.
- Relevant occupational qualifications and industry experience.
- A sound understanding of apprenticeship standards, End Point Assessment processes, and how to support learners to achieve distinction‑level outcomes.
- A strong grasp of quality and compliance requirements, including Ofsted expectations, safeguarding, and ESFA funding rules.
- Confidence using digital platforms such as OneFile and learner management systems to plan, track and enhance learner progress.
- The ability to inspire and support apprentices of all ages, embedding English, maths, and personal development into the learning journey.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with employers, colleagues and learners.
- A genuine passion for apprenticeships and a commitment to helping every learner reach their full potential.
What We Offer in Return:
- Eligibility to join the Pension Scheme.
- Generous annual leave allowance including a two‑week closure over the Christmas period.
- Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family‑friendly policies and benefits.
