Regional Director of Apprenticeship Delivery

Location: Hybrid (with extensive travel across the region)

Reports to: National Director of Delivery

Direct Reports: Regional Delivery Teams and Training Centre Supervisors

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Director of Apprenticeship Delivery to lead the successful delivery of apprenticeship programmes within a defined region. This role will require a strong leader to manage multiple high-performing teams, ensuring apprentices receive the best possible learner experience.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large teams across different locations, be familiar with work-based learning environments, and have experience in improving performance metrics, such as pass rates for apprenticeships.

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• Regional Strategy: Develop and implement a business plan for the region that aligns with national goals, including the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial targets.
  
• Team Leadership: Lead and manage teams across the region, ensuring a standardized and high-quality learner journey.
  
• Performance Improvement: Focus on improving first-time pass rates for end-point assessments, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
  
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to support apprenticeship recruitment and optimize learner intake.
  
• Quality Assurance: Ensure high standards of delivery in line with national guidelines, particularly around safeguarding and learner progress.
  
• Employer Engagement: Maintain regular communication with employers to ensure they are informed of their apprentices' progress.
  
• Resource Optimization: Maximize the use of regional training centres and reduce reliance on subcontracted provision.
  
• Commercial Development: Collaborate with relevant partners to use excess capacity in training centres for commercial opportunities.
  
• Subcontractor Management: Oversee the performance of subcontractors in the region, conducting regular reviews and intervening when necessary.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with key national and regional stakeholders, attending relevant events and committees to promote the organisation.
  
• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in processes and practices, sharing best practices across the organisation.
  
• Leadership: Act as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to national strategies and leading key improvement projects as needed.
  

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• Qualifications: Educated to HNC level or equivalent, with a strong foundation in Math and English (GCSEs or equivalent).
  
• Experience: Proven experience in managing large, geographically dispersed teams, with responsibility for meeting performance targets.
  
• IT Skills: Strong proficiency in using IT systems, particularly for performance monitoring.
  
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  
• Driving License: Must hold a valid driving license.
  
• Regional Knowledge: Must reside within the region you will be managing.
  
• Industry Expertise: Working knowledge or experience in work-based learning and government-funded training programmes.
  

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven leader with experience in apprenticeship delivery and team management. You will be joining an organisation committed to providing high-quality learning experiences and driving success in the apprenticeship sector.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual to lead our apprenticeship delivery programmes in the region. If you have a proven track record of managing large teams and improving performance metrics, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today to find out more.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

Competencies:

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• Leadership and management of teams across multiple locations.
  
• Focus on achieving results and continuous improvement.
  
• Strong problem-solving and influencing skills.
  

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of apprentices and contribute to the success of our organisation.

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for apprenticeship delivery, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Director of Apprenticeship Delivery to lead the successful delivery of apprenticeship programmes within a defined region.

This role will require a strong leader to manage multiple high-performing teams, ensuring apprentices receive the best possible learner experience.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large teams across different locations, be familiar with work-based learning environments, and have experience in improving performance metrics, such as pass rates for apprenticeships.

• 
  
• Regional Strategy: Develop and implement a business plan for the region that aligns with national goals, including the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial targets.
  
• Team Leadership: Lead and manage teams across the region, ensuring a standardized and high-quality learner journey.
  
• Performance Improvement: Focus on improving first-time pass rates for end-point assessments, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
  
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to support apprenticeship recruitment and optimize learner intake.
  
• Quality Assurance: Ensure high standards of delivery in line with national guidelines, particularly around safeguarding and learner progress.
  
• Employer Engagement: Maintain regular communication with employers to ensure they are informed of their apprentices' progress.
  
• Resource Optimization: Maximize the use of regional training centres and reduce reliance on subcontracted provision.
  
• Commercial Development: Collaborate with relevant partners to use excess capacity in training centres for commercial opportunities.
  
• Subcontractor Management: Oversee the performance of subcontractors in the region, conducting regular reviews and intervening when necessary.
  
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage relationships with key national and regional stakeholders, attending relevant events and committees to promote the organisation.
  
• Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in processes and practices, sharing best practices across the organisation.
  
• Leadership: Act as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to national strategies and leading key improvement projects as needed.
  

• 
  
• Qualifications: Educated to HNC level or equivalent, with a strong foundation in Math and English (GCSEs or equivalent).
  
• Experience: Proven experience in managing large, geographically dispersed teams, with responsibility for meeting performance targets.
  
• IT Skills: Strong proficiency in using IT systems, particularly for performance monitoring.
  
• Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  
• Driving License: Must hold a valid driving license.
  
• Regional Knowledge: Must reside within the region you will be managing.
  
• Industry Expertise: Working knowledge or experience in work-based learning and government-funded training programmes.
  

This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven leader with experience in apprenticeship delivery and team management. You will be joining an organisation committed to providing high-quality learning experiences and driving success in the apprenticeship sector.

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual to lead our apprenticeship delivery programmes in the region. If you have a proven track record of managing large teams and improving performance metrics, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply today to find out more.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.