Background of department/role

The development of apprenticeships is identified as a strategic growth area for Canterbury Christ Church University. They will play a critical role in meeting regional and employer needs and are planned to bring a large increase in student numbers to the University across many subject areas in all faculties. In March 2017, the University gained a place on the Register of Apprenticeship Training Providers, which allows apprenticeship delivery to begin.

The UK Partnerships and Apprenticeships Unit (UKPAU) are responsible for supporting in the development and running of Higher and Degree Apprenticeships throughout the University. We currently work with over 90 employers and over 700 apprentices. The Apprenticeships Unit is an exciting and dynamic team working across the University and with apprenticeship employers to deliver high quality and industry relevant undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.

We are now seeking to recruit an Apprenticeships Officer to support our work in maintaining and growing apprenticeships both in terms of the range of programmes offered and the number of apprentices enrolled.


What We Need

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills and the ability to use own initiative to resolve problems and prioritise workload. We also require someone with planning skills; an attention to detail; strong organisational and time management skills.

Attention to detail is key. We would like someone to support the Apprenticeship Manager to ensure statutory returns are completed appropriately and on time while ensuring the university is audit ready and tracking all contractual KPI.

The role holder is required to use their knowledge of the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) apprenticeship funding rules to represent The Apprenticeship Unit as required.

The role holder will work closely with the TAU team and apprenticeship programme directors to ensure a coordinated approach across all stakeholders and learners.

Flexible Working

We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible. Campus attendance will vary on a day-to-day basis and across the year but must purposefully align to the needs of our learners, staff, and stakeholders. It is expected that there will be a relatively even balance between time spent on and off campus, but in most cases the work location will be determined by the service required or the tasks/activities being undertaken


How to apply

Start date for applications: 8th of July 2024
Closing date for applications: 21st of July 2024
Interviews are to be held: w/c 29th of July

If you require further information regarding the post please feel free to contact Patricia Costa Sobrinho (patricia.costa-sobrinho@canterbury.ac.uk) or Tsige Sherington (Tsige.sherington@canterbury.ac.uk) (strictly no agencies, thank you) quoting reference number REQ05092.

Please note, Canterbury Christ Church University reserve the right to bring the closing date of this position forward where a high volume of applications is received.


Additional Information

Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you.

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Employment Visa Clarification: According to the UK Government Points Based System, this position does not fulfil the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route application.

Please ensure you include contact details of two employment referees in your application, one of which must be your current/ most recent line manager.

Please note applications must be made online via the University website; details sent directly via email cannot be considered.

Prior consideration will be given to applicants in the University’s redeployment pool. No agencies, thank you.