Head of Apprenticeships and Business Engagement

Salary: Grade 5 (SCP 29 - 34) 43,294 - 49,584 Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week, Permanent (1.0 FTE)Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunityExcellent suite of total reward benefitsThere has never been a better time to join our College Management Team. Stoke on Trent College is an exciting and fast-growing place to be, and we are passionate about getting our learners Skills Ready ; Future Ready . We are focused on equipping learners and employers with the knowledge, confidence, and capabilities they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.Our success is through Our People!Be part of an Ofsted Good College with good financial health, and contribute to our continuing progress. These are exciting times as we continue on our journey to becoming the innovative, technical and professional College of choice.Join Us as Head of Apprenticeships and Business EngagementWere now seeking a Head of Apprenticeships and Business Engagement a confident, strategic, and inspiring leader who will shape the future of our apprenticeship and employer provision. This is a pivotal role, combining operational excellence, compliance, and employer partnership with a deep commitment to learner success.What Youll DoLead the Colleges apprenticeship, business engagement, and work experience (WEX) provision.Ensure compliance with DfE funding rules, Ofsted standards, and audit readiness.Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment, including English and maths.Build strong, strategic relationships with employers, awarding bodies, and regional stakeholders.Line manage and develop high-performing delivery teams and curriculum leads.Translate strategic goals into measurable outcomes across apprenticeships and skills.What Youll BringA strong track record in apprenticeships, employer engagement, and quality assurance.In-depth knowledge of DfE regulations, Ofsted expectations, and curriculum design.Experience leading teams, delivering impactful projects, and building partnerships.A learner-centred mindset with a drive for innovation, inclusion, and excellence.Credibility and confidence to lead across curriculum, compliance, and business development.Why Join Us?Be part of a values-led, inclusive College that puts learners and employers first.Work alongside forward-thinking leaders in a high-impact, strategic role.Shape future workforce development and lead programmes that make a real difference.Access to excellent CPD, generous benefits, and a dynamic working environment.Ready to Make an Impact?Apply now to help us deliver high-quality, employer-responsive apprenticeships that transform lives and support economic growth across our region.We offer a fantastic competitive reward package, including:Enhanced leave policies including 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays (plus an additional wellbeing day)A range of Family Friendly policies , including opportunities for Hybrid working as relevant to roleChristmas ClosureBright, modern facilities , buildings and learning resourcesA competitive pension schemeOn-site restaurant facilities and free breakfasts (cooked breakfast or continental options)Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)Access to Continuing Professional DevelopmentHealth & Wellbeing initiatives and health-related benefits including individual health care plansAccess to the College Sports Academy gymFree on-site parkingClosing date for applications via CV and Covering letter submission is Monday 18 th August 2025. Interviews to be held on 28 th August 2025. In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this vacancy will be closed. Early applications are advised.We are passionate about promoting equality of opportunity and creating a working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Our environment is diverse in character and student population.The College is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including previous employment checks, online searches and an Enhanced DBS Check.TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-07-19