Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Learning and Development team as an Apprenticeship Coordinator. This role supports and promotes apprenticeships across RDaSH, helping to develop and improve our offer across both clinical and non-clinical areas.
You will play a key role in maximising our Apprenticeship Levy by supporting the coordination and development of apprenticeship pathways from Level 2 to Level 6. Acting as a main point of contact for apprenticeship queries, you will support apprentices throughout their journey and work closely with managers and training providers to ensure a high-quality experience.
We are looking for someone with experience of apprenticeships, strong organisational skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships across the Trust. You should be confident providing advice and guidance, managing competing priorities, and working with data to support decision-making.
If you are passionate about workforce development and creating opportunities for others, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact Jade Pullen.
Main duties of the job
As Apprenticeship Coordinator, you will:
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Support and raise the profile of apprenticeships across the Trust.
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Coordinate all aspects of apprenticeship administration, ensuring compliance with ESFA funding requirements and effective use of the Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS).
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Support the Apprenticeship Lead in developing and implementing the Trust's apprenticeship strategy.
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Provide advice and guidance to senior leaders, managers and staff regarding apprenticeship development opportunities.
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Act as the first point of contact for apprenticeship queries.
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Monitor, report and interpret apprenticeship data, including financial information and key metrics for Trust reporting.
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Liaise with external training providers to ensure due diligence, quality assurance, and positive learner outcomes.
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Deliver presentations, workshops and support sessions to increase awareness of apprenticeship opportunities.
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Work with internal teams and external partners (including schools, colleges and regional networks) to promote and expand the Trust's apprenticeship offer.
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Act as an advocate for apprentices, helping to remove barriers to completion and progression.
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Support functional skills provision (Maths and English), including enrolment and liaison with providers.
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Contribute to internal communications, including intranet updates and promotional activity.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to diploma level or equivalent in a relevant subject or significant equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Teaching/training or coaching/mentoring qualification
- MCIPD qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with apprenticeships, including recruitment, onboarding, and learner support
- Experience of delivering training, workshops, or presentations to a range of audiences
- Experience of building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience of analysing data and producing reports to inform decision-making
- Experience of working within a large or complex organisation
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating or managing apprenticeship programmes or activity
- Experience of working with training providers and external partners
- Experience of supporting service improvement or implementing new initiatives
- Experience of contributing to business cases, tenders, or workforce development plans
- Experience of supporting or supervising others
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound working knowledge of apprenticeships and their application in practice, including funding principles
- Understanding of recruitment and selection processes
- Knowledge of project coordination, planning, and monitoring activities
- Strong IT knowledge, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
- Knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and national policy landscape
- Understanding of working with training providers and apprenticeship contracts
- Awareness of leadership and management principles within a healthcare or large organisational setting
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a wide range of audiences
- Ability to build relationships, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage a varied workload to meet deadlines
- Analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and produce meaningful reports
- Problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions using judgement and available information
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to team objectives
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging workshops, presentations, and support sessions
Desirable
- Negotiation and influencing skills in complex or sensitive situations
- Ability to support, guide, or mentor others
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs - occasional flexibility required to cover events on evening and weekends
- Demonstrable ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to diploma level or equivalent in a relevant subject or significant equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Teaching/training or coaching/mentoring qualification
- MCIPD qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with apprenticeships, including recruitment, onboarding, and learner support
- Experience of delivering training, workshops, or presentations to a range of audiences
- Experience of building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience of analysing data and producing reports to inform decision-making
- Experience of working within a large or complex organisation
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating or managing apprenticeship programmes or activity
- Experience of working with training providers and external partners
- Experience of supporting service improvement or implementing new initiatives
- Experience of contributing to business cases, tenders, or workforce development plans
- Experience of supporting or supervising others
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound working knowledge of apprenticeships and their application in practice, including funding principles
- Understanding of recruitment and selection processes
- Knowledge of project coordination, planning, and monitoring activities
- Strong IT knowledge, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
- Knowledge of apprenticeship funding rules and national policy landscape
- Understanding of working with training providers and apprenticeship contracts
- Awareness of leadership and management principles within a healthcare or large organisational setting
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a wide range of audiences
- Ability to build relationships, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage a varied workload to meet deadlines
- Analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and produce meaningful reports
- Problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions using judgement and available information
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to team objectives
- Ability to plan and deliver engaging workshops, presentations, and support sessions
Desirable
- Negotiation and influencing skills in complex or sensitive situations
- Ability to support, guide, or mentor others
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
- Ability to work flexibly to meet service needs - occasional flexibility required to cover events on evening and weekends
- Demonstrable ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
