Director of Apprenticeships

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious leader to join DN Colleges Group as Director of Apprenticeships. This strategic role will provide operational leadership for apprenticeship provision, initially focusing on Engineering and Construction, while driving sustainable growth, outstanding quality and exceptional apprentice outcomes. Working closely with curriculum teams, employers and key stakeholders, you will ensure apprenticeship programmes are responsive to employer demand, Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) priorities and regional economic needs.

You will lead a culture of high aspirations and continuous improvement, ensuring apprentices receive an outstanding learning experience while maintaining compliance with funding and quality requirements. This is a group role - there is an expectation to travel across Doncaster and Scunthorpe.

• Lead and manage high-quality apprenticeship provision, ensuring programmes meet the needs of employers and apprentices.
• Drive apprenticeship growth across priority sectors including Engineering, Construction, Green Skills and emerging technologies.
• Develop and strengthen employer partnerships to support curriculum development and business growth.
• Lead quality assurance and improvement activities, ensuring provision is inspection-ready and delivers outstanding outcomes.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators including attendance, retention, achievement and progression.
• Use data analysis and evidence-informed approaches to drive curriculum planning and quality enhancement.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to support strategic objectives and operational performance.
• Support and develop curriculum managers, fostering a high-performing culture across apprenticeship provision.
• Represent the College externally with employers, stakeholders and regional skills partners.
• Contribute to strategic planning and provide expert advice to senior leaders on apprenticeship development., All employees at DN Colleges Group enjoy a generous annual leave allowance, as well as an additional 2 weeks closure over the Christmas period. We encourage all our teams to take regular breaks, no longer than 3 weeks, to enjoy a healthy work life balance.
• DN Colleges Group are committed to Health and Wellbeing of all our employees. We have an increasing number of provisions exclusive to our employees, designed to help you stay at your best or to assist and provide support when you need it. Health and fitness suite Generous annual leave 2 weeks off at Christmas Electric car scheme
• Vivup - Employee Wellbeing and Benefits platform
• Wellness initiatives, onsite during your working week. This could include health visitors, financial advisers, or physio specialists.
• Onsite fitness classes, at lunchtime or after work in conjunction with our Sports colleagues.
• Cycle to Work and Electric car scheme
• Free Eye Care Vouchers
• Discounted Hair and Beauty services
• On site nursery
• Online access to Remploy which is our 24/7 confidential mental health and counselling resource.
• In house counselling/safeguarding specialists to assist in Wellbeing Significant management experience within a Further Education environment.
• Proven experience leading apprenticeship provision within technical and/or vocational curriculum areas.
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship funding, compliance and accountability frameworks.
• Experience of developing employer partnerships and delivering curriculum growth.
• Experience of leading quality improvement initiatives that have improved apprentice outcomes.
• Excellent leadership, communication and data analysis skills, with a commitment to high standards and learner success., Teaching
  
  Qualifications:
  
  Applicants are not required to hold a teaching qualification at the point of appointment. However, they must be willing to work towards and achieve a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification within the first 18 months of employment. This qualification must then be maintained through ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD). At DN Colleges Group, a recognised teaching qualification is defined as Level 5 or above.
  
  Here at Doncaster College and University Centre we understand that choosing what to do next can be a huge decision. It's not just about the course you choose to study, it is about the tutors, the experiences and the friends you meet along the way.

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