Job Description
Salary – £28,074 FTE (pro rata where applicable)
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Hours – 22.5 hours per week
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Contract – Permanent
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Location – Peterborough
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Closing Date – 11th August 2026
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Do you enjoy helping people achieve their goals and reach their full potential?
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We're looking for a motivated and supportive Apprenticeship Coach to join our Apprenticeships Team.
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This is an ideal opportunity for someone with experience in apprenticeships, training, assessment, mentoring, coaching or industry who is passionate about supporting learners to succeed.
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You'll work closely with apprentices, employers and curriculum teams to monitor progress, provide coaching and guidance, and ensure apprentices remain on track to successfully complete their programmes.
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About the Role
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As an Apprenticeship Coach, you'll manage your own caseload of apprentices, acting as a key point of contact throughout their apprenticeship journey.
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You'll be responsible for conducting regular progress reviews with apprentices and employers, setting meaningful targets and identifying any support required to help learners achieve their full potential.
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Key responsibilities include:
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- Managing a caseload of apprentices across a range of programmes.
- Conducting regular progress reviews with apprentices and employers.
- Setting SMART targets and monitoring progress against agreed actions.
- Coaching and motivating apprentices to achieve their learning and career goals.
- Working collaboratively with Skills Trainers, Assessors, Mentors and Curriculum Teams.
- Identifying barriers to achievement and implementing effective interventions.
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation using OneFile.
- Supporting employer engagement and strengthening employer relationships.
- Monitoring learner progress and highlighting risks to timely achievement.
- Signposting apprentices to wellbeing, pastoral and additional support services where required.
- Promoting a positive learning culture and supporting learner development.
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About You
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We're looking for someone who enjoys building relationships and supporting others to succeed.
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You will ideally have:
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- Experience within apprenticeships, work-based learning, training, coaching, mentoring or assessment.
- Experience working within a vocational or industry setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.
- The ability to motivate, encourage and challenge learners to achieve their goals.
- Confidence working with employers and building professional relationships.
- Good digital skills and experience maintaining accurate records.
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A qualification in assessment and quality assurance is desirable, although support may be available for candidates willing to work towards relevant qualifications.
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Why work for IEG?
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- Generous Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
- Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
- Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
- Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
- Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts
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