The Apprenticeship Development Coach sits in Colchester Institute’s Engineering department, supporting Engineering, Manufacturing and Professional Construction apprenticeships. The post involves coaching a caseload, linking apprentices with employers and college teams, tracking progress and supporting timely completion of milestones and End Point Assessments. It combines regular reviews and targeted learner support with administration, safeguarding, employer engagement and accurate Smart Assessor records. Applicants need Level 2 English and maths, plus Level 3 education or a relevant professional qualification.
What the job involves
- Coach and support apprentices and employers throughout the apprenticeship journey
- Manage apprentice sign-ups, provide guidance and complete related administration
- Track apprentice progress through regular reviews and key milestones
- Identify barriers and learners needing extra support, then connect them with appropriate resources
- Create and follow up action plans for apprentices at risk
- Guide apprentices with Functional Skills and End Point Assessment preparation
- Work with delivery teams to maintain high-quality learning experiences
- Champion safeguarding, equality and health and safety in interactions
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in Smart Assessor and other systems
- Support quality, recruitment and employer engagement efforts
- Take part in ongoing training, events and continuing professional development
Qualifications
- Level 2 English and mathematics, such as GCSE grade 4/C or above, CSE Level 1, O-Level grade C or above, Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy, or equivalent
- Level 3 education or above and/or a relevant professional qualification, or equivalent
Experience
- Experience training, mentoring or supporting team members or apprentices
- Evidence of effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders
Skills & knowledge
- Proficiency with digital systems, such as Microsoft Office, Smart Assessor or similar
What’s offered
- Ongoing training, events and continuing professional development
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