The Opportunity…
althaus digital are an Ofsted graded
OUTSTANDING training provider who do things differently. Our aim is to unleash the digital leaders of tomorrow by equipping our learners with the powerful combination of technical skills and leadership abilities they need to maximise their growth and realise their potential.
We are looking for an experienced Apprenticeship Delivery Manager to lead and manage our IT & Digital Apprenticeship programmes. In this role, you will ensure a highly effective experience for learners, guiding them along individualized pathways to maximize their potential and achieve timely success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the daily operations of all apprenticeship programmes, ensuring programmes are delivered on schedule and completed as planned; meet contractual targets and objectives related to success rates, non-starters, referrals, and progressions.
- Oversee Trainer & Mentor management, including capacity planning, providing individual support, and managing annual leave, performance needs, and professional development.
- Maintain compliance with apprenticeship standards, awarding body requirements, and government regulations (e.g., EPAOs, ESFA funding rules).
- Oversee wider programme requirements such as Functional Skills delivery, Additional Learner Support (ALS), content creation, and curriculum development.
- Conduct regular performance reviews with delivery staff, setting clear objectives and ensuring high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment.
- Promote continuous professional development (CPD) to maintain industry knowledge and training standards.
- Oversee the quality of training delivery, ensuring learning materials, assessments, and feedback meet industry and regulatory standards.
- Foster effective partnerships with awarding bodies, external quality assurers, and other stakeholders to maintain compliance and excellence.
- Track and report on KPIs, including completion rates, retention, learner progression, and satisfaction from both learners and employers.
- Guarantee compliance throughout the learner journey, including ensuring OTJ requirements are met, Significant Learning Events (SLEs) are documented every 4 weeks, and progress reviews occur every 8-12 weeks.
- Ensure accurate and compliant documentation and data management for apprenticeship funding claims, including timely recording of BIL or withdrawal evidence.
- Implement effective solutions and contingency plans to mitigate risks and ensure apprentices and employers receive the necessary support.
Required Skills And Qualifications
- Proven experience in leading educational teams, developing teaching strategies, and managing quality assurance frameworks. Familiarity with the Common Inspection Framework and experience with awarding bodies are essential.
- Proven experience driving quality learning and achieving learner start and completion targets.
- In-depth knowledge of Apprenticeships and funding streams, including AEB.
- Demonstrated experience in a similar Operations/Performance Manager role, managing a team of Assessors.
- Confidence and professionalism in building strong relationships with all levels of stakeholders.
- Good understanding of Ofsted requirements.
- Excellent leadership capabilities, ability to inspire and manage teams, strong analytical skills for data interpretation, and adept at planning and prioritising.
Some Of The Vast Rewards Of Working At Althaus
🌴 A generous holiday package of 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after length of service
🎂Your birthday off!
🎄Full office shut down during the festive period
🛋️Vibrant central office space
🏡Flexible working options
💰Ongoing investment in your professional development
🎾Team building days and social opportunities
💻Discounted accelerator courses for your friends & family
🎢Internal Engagement Initiatives
🤝Be part of an
outstanding provider
This is a hybrid role and will require travel to Derby HQ (East Midlands) at least 2 days per week.
If this role sounds like you, then please apply directly via our website or email your CV and an introductory note to hr@althausdigital.co.uk
We are an independent training provider and this position may involve working with children and vulnerable adults. At althaus we are committed to safeguarding and follow safer recruitment guidelines, part of which is obtaining references for all our potential staff, volunteers and partners.
Althaus is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background.
