Head of Apprenticeship Business Development
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Head of Apprenticeship Business Development
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an experienced and driven Head of Apprenticeship, Business Development to provide operational leadership for apprenticeship business development, driving high‑quality employer engagement and sustainable growth aligned to College strategy, funding requirements, and regional skills priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- To line manage, motivate and develop the Apprenticeship Business Development team, setting clear expectations to drive sustained growth
- To maintain oversight of the apprenticeship employer pipeline, including personal account management of a portfolio of employers, ensuring effective lead generation, conversion and sustained recruitment outcomes
- To deliver against forecast individual recruitment targets, contributing directly to team and College growth objectives through proactive employer engagement and effective pipeline management
- To set, monitor and review individual employer engagement targets and recruitment targets, implementing timely interventions to address underperformance ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, responsive service promoting continuous improvement and strong employer satisfaction
- To ensure employers receive accurate, compliant and up to date advice on apprenticeship levy usage, funding rules and employer responsibilities
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent professional qualification, or substantial senior experience in a relevant field.
- GCSE Mathematics & English (or equivalent)
Experience
- Proven experience of leading, managing and developing staff teams.
- Demonstrable experience of delivering against challenging targets and performance measures
- Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders internally and externally.
- Experience in business development, account management & professional networking.
Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?
- Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
- Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
- Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
- Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
- Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
- College benefit scheme – College Extras: up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants, discounted gift cards for big brands, home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice, Cycle to Work scheme, discounted onsite car parking.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.
Safeguarding
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Right to work: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.