Apprenticeships Regional Development Skills Coach; South England | Mazda

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Calex specialise in the design, development, and delivery of innovative learning programmes, predominantly within the automotive retail industry, including management, technical, aftersales and apprentice training. More recently we have begun working with forward-thinking companies within the logistics, food & beverage, and pensions sectors to enhance their training proposition via the implementation of Virtual Learning Environments, Live Broadcasting and Social Learning Platforms.

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We are currently seeking to recruit a new Automotive Technical Apprenticeship Development Coach to join our Mazda manufacturer apprenticeship programme covering the South of England.

The Mazda Apprenticeship Programme is responsible for the development of apprentices across retailer networks in the UK. Apprentices are undertaking a Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair and Autocare Technician Apprenticeships at Level 2 and 3.

The Technical Apprenticeship Development Coaches are responsible for undertaking regular development, coaching and review visits, conducted in the apprentice’s dealership location, and via online meetings.

They will manage, and track progress against agreed targets, progression planning, learning evidence management (eg. the collection of job cards, e-Learning progress, coaching to develop wider knowledge and skills and functional skills progression), timely achievement and the ongoing health, safety, and wellbeing of apprentices; ensuring that at all times visits follow a defined visit process, compliant with ESFA and Ofsted requirements.

You enjoy playing an active and supporting role in the development of apprentices. You take ownership of your work, and are motivated by the prospect of helping others succeed. You have an organised approach, and excellent communication and coaching skills.

The successful candidate should have experience in a similar role and/or a background in automotive technical areas. You will use your knowledge and skills to help coach and develop the apprentices through to their programme and final EPA assessments.

Essential:

• Automotive technical workshop experience, at level 3 or equivalent
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with ability to Influence, challenge, negotiate and to manage conflict and difficult situations
• Understand Management Information Systems to be able to demonstrate and monitor progression towards achievement targets
• MS office skills, and able to use technology such as laptops and tablets
• Knowledge and experience in learner safeguarding and wellbeing
• Experience in being responsible for own workload, diary management and working independently to tight schedules
• Maths and English qualification Level 2
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

• Experience in a similar role as a Regional Coach, or Apprentice Assessor
• Automotive technical electric and hybrid vehicle qualification and practical experience
• Working knowledge/experience of Apprenticeship programmes and the requirements and related inspection framework
• Assessment, training or teaching qualification or a willingness to undertake a qualification (Teaching, training & assessing learning L3)

We are looking for an individual who aligns with our company core values:

• Caring & Supportive
• Open & Honest
• Welcoming & Inclusive
• Collaborative & Inspiring
• Enjoyable & Rewarding
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Accountable & Reliable
• Healthy & Sustainable

To apply, please provide a full and up to date copy of your CV together with a covering letter detailing the skills that make you suitable for this role.

Up to £39,000 dependant on experience. Options for Mazda Personal Lease Car. 25 Days Annual Leave, Calex Employee Benefits Packages (Inc Private GP and Healthcare Services, High Street Discounts, Discounted Gym…