Head of Apprenticeships and Funding

Were hiring a Head of Apprenticeship and Funding to lead the delivery, compliance, and quality assurance of our apprenticeship provision. This is a key leadership role, reporting directly to the Board, where you'll be empowered to make decisions and drive outcomes independentlywith support available, but no micromanagement. Location: Northolt (Hybrid 2 days from home, 3 days in-office OR fully office-based) Salary: 50,000 57,000 per annum Your Responsibilities: As our Head of Apprenticeship , you will: Lead the strategic and operational delivery of all apprenticeship programmes Ensure full compliance with ESFA funding rules and Ofsteds Education Inspection Framework Act as the Ofsted nominee and lead for all audits and inspections Oversee ILR submissions and quality assurance processes Develop, implement, and maintain accreditation and quality standards Manage stakeholder relationships, including EPAOs, regulators, employers, and internal teams Identify funding opportunities (RoATP, bootcamps, local initiatives) and submit successful bids Prepare the organisation for upcoming Ofsted monitoring visits and long-term quality improvement Grow apprenticeship enrolments and pipeline across centres Build out apprenticeship delivery plans in collaboration with curriculum and operations teams The Candidate: Youre a confident, capable professional who thrives on accountability and autonomy. You have the skills and experience to lead apprenticeship delivery end-to-end and the credibility to represent the organisation during inspections and audits. To succeed as Head of Apprenticeship , youll need: A proven track record in managing apprenticeship provision and funding compliance Successful experience with RoATP applications and ESFA audit processes In-depth knowledge of Ofsted EIF and the ability to lead inspections as nominee Excellent project management, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills Strong understanding of ILR processes and apprenticeship standards A UK driving licence and flexibility to travel when needed A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and make strategic decisions As Head of Apprenticeship , youll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our apprenticeship provision. You'll be supported by a collaborative team but trusted to lead your area with independence. If you're ready to take the next step as a Head of Apprenticeship , apply now and be part of something impactful. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-05-09