Apprenticeships Manager

CV-Library • Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear • 1w ago

Apprenticeships Manager Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per annum Location: Newcastle Are you an experienced operations professional with a passion for funded education, compliance, and performance excellence? This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of nationally funded contracts and play a pivotal role in shaping high-quality learning outcomes that change lives and careers. About the Organisation You’ll be joining a highly respected, long-established education provider with a national footprint and a strong reputation for career-focused training. With a broad portfolio of industry-recognised programmes and a commitment to innovation, quality, and learner success, this organisation combines heritage with a modern, people-first culture. Why you’ll love working here:

25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Health cash plan & life assurance after probation
Employer pension scheme
Monthly company social events
Free access to the full training portfolio, with paid time to complete courses
Supportive, inclusive environment with genuine opportunities for progression The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll lead the operational delivery, compliance, and performance of funded contracts including Apprenticeships, Skills Bootcamps, and other government-funded provision. Key responsibilities include:
End-to-end operational management of funded contracts
Monitoring performance against KPIs such as starts, retention, achievement, and income
Ensuring accurate and timely ILR submissions with full audit compliance
Leading internal audits and preparing for external inspections and reviews
Maintaining dashboards, risk logs, delivery schedules, and performance reports
Working closely with curriculum teams to align delivery models, quality assurance, and compliance
Providing operational leadership to delivery teams, ensuring funding and quality standards are met
Acting as the main operational contact for funders, partners, and employers
Monitoring financial performance, funding reconciliation, and implementing recovery plans where needed The Ideal Candidate You’ll be a confident, detail-driven leader with a strong background in funded education delivery. You’ll bring:
Proven experience managing Apprenticeships, Skills Bootcamps, or similar funded contracts
In-depth knowledge of ESFA funding rules, ILR data, audits, and compliance frameworks
Experience in operational leadership within a training or education provider
Strong analytical, reporting, and organisational skills
Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities
Working knowledge of Ofsted, Ofqual, and awarding body requirements
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with high attention to detail
A collaborative leadership style and commitment to continuous improvement Apply Now If you’re ready to step into a senior operational role where your expertise will directly influence quality, compliance, and learner success, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help drive excellence across funded education deliver