Apprenticeship Delivery Team Leader (North) at Skills for Security

Walsall, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Apprenticeship Delivery, Quality Assurance, Compliance, Curriculum Planning, Performance Management, Data Analysis, Safeguarding, British Values, Career Education, Personal Development, Team Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Teaching Qualification, IQA Status, Apprenticeship Standards

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Are you passionate about high-quality apprenticeship delivery and ready to lead from the front? At Skills for Security, we’re on a mission to deliver apprenticeships that genuinely change lives and strengthen industries. We’re now looking for an Apprenticeship Deliver Team Leader to play a pivotal role in shaping learner outcomes, supporting our Skills Coaches, and driving excellence across our apprenticeship provision. This role reports directly into the Head of Apprenticeships. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands what great delivery looks like - in practice, not just on paper. This role will cover the Northern region, which currently includes centres in Walsall, Warrington and Doncaster. Regular on-site presence is expected, therefore travel should be anticipated. The Role As our Apprenticeship Delivery Team Leader, you’ll provide operational leadership to a team of 10 - 12 Skills Coaches, ensuring apprentices receive a high-quality, engaging, and compliant learning experience. You’ll be trusted to lead delivery in line with the Education Inspection Framework, DfE Apprenticeship Funding Rules (2025–2026), and audit requirements - while keeping learner progress, experience, and achievement firmly at the heart of everything you do. Working closely with our Quality, Curriculum, and Funding Compliance teams, you’ll influence practice, develop people, and ensure our apprenticeship programmes deliver real impact for learners and employers. What You’ll Be Doing Leading and supporting Skills Coaches to deliver high-quality apprenticeship provision aligned to our values and expectations Driving performance through clear objectives linked to learner achievement, quality, and compliance Holding regular 1:1s, caseload reviews, and performance conversations to support accountability and professional growth Championing strong curriculum planning, delivery, and assessment - including high-quality off-the-job training Collaborating with colleagues within the Quality Improvements team to support observations, learning walks, and targeted CPD Ensuring safeguarding, British values, careers education, and personal development are embedded across the learner journey Monitoring delivery performance against KPIs and the Apprenticeship Provider Accountability Framework Using data and insight to evaluate impact, identify risks early, and support timely intervention Making sure apprentices and employers receive a professional, responsive, and consistent experience About You You’re confident leading people, comfortable with accountability, and motivated by learner success. You know what good looks like in apprenticeship delivery and can articulate it clearly - to staff and stakeholders alike. You’ll bring: Experience in apprenticeship or FE delivery or operations leadership Strong working knowledge of the Education Inspection Framework and Government Funding Rules A proven track record of leading teams to deliver compliant, high-impact learning Confidence working with quality assurance processes, audit evidence, and Ofsted readiness Ideally, you’ll also have: A teaching or assessing qualification (AET, PGCE, TAQA) IQA or Lead IQA status - preferred but not essential; a willingness to work towards this is required Experience across multiple apprenticeship standards or sectors (construction or the built environment is a bonus) What We Offer: Home/hybrid working Competitive salary and company bonus 33 days of annual leave, plus Christmas closure (3 days) Enhanced pension contributions Family friendly working hours Life assurance 3 x salary Refer a friend scheme Development and progression opportunities Funded qualification opportunities Safer Recruitment: As we accept students under 18 years of age and prioritise their safety, please note the following if we proceed with your application: We will require two references, specifically asking if there is any reason you should not be employed in roles involving responsibility for, or substantial access to, individuals under 18. We will need a satisfactory explanation for any gaps in your CV.A DBS check will be required before confirming your appointment If appointed, we will need to see your passport or other proof of identity and your original certificates.

Responsibilities

The Apprenticeship Delivery Team Leader will provide operational leadership to a team of Skills Coaches, ensuring high-quality apprenticeship delivery. They will drive performance, support professional growth, and ensure compliance with educational standards.