Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead Location: the South East Salary: £45,196
£48,286 per annum Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Reporting To: Head of Apprenticeships Role Overview An FE College in the South East is seeking an experienced Electrical Apprenticeship Programme Lead to manage and drive the quality of their 5357 Electrical Installation & Maintenance apprenticeship provision. This role combines operational team leadership, curriculum planning, and employer engagement with a focused caseload of apprentice progress coaching and EPA (AM2S) preparation. This position is ideal for an experienced Senior Assessor, Electrical Team Lead, IQA, or Course Manager seeking a step into departmental leadership with a highly regarded college group.
Key Responsibilities
Provide line management, 1:1 coaching, lesson observations, and standardisation oversight for the electrical apprenticeship team. Train and coach a caseload of apprentices across key skills, knowledge, and behaviours, conducting assessments and progress reviews. Serve as the main point of contact for employers, apprentices, and external awarding bodies/EQAs. Lead IQA processes, Self-Assessment Reviews (SAR), Quality Improvement Plans (QIP), and EQA visits. Drive key performance indicators around learner retention, achievement, and End Point Assessment (AM2S) readiness.
Requirements
Essential: Level 3 Electrical Qualification (5357 / NVQ L3 / C&G 2357 or equivalent), 18th Edition BS 7671, AM2/AM2S, and an Assessor Qualification (TAQA / CAVA / A1). Essential Experience: Proven background in team management/coaching, IQA/EQA processes, and digital e-portfolio tracking platforms (e.g., OneFile/Smart Assessor).
Desirable:
Level 5 Teaching Qualification (or willingness to work towards), IQA Award (C&G 6317 / V1), and Additional Learning Support (ALS) experience. Package & Staff Benefits Salary: £45,196
£48,286 per annum Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) / Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Generous annual leave entitlement + bank holidays + college closure periods Employer-funded Level 5 teaching qualification support Free on-site parking and structured leadership CPD Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
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Join a dynamic further education provider in Staffordshire, where your expertise as an Electrical Lecturer will not only shape the future of aspiring electricians but also foster a supportive and innovative work culture. With competitive salaries, a 5% Golden Hello in your first year, and opportunities for professional development, this role offers a meaningful career path that values your contributions and encourages growth in the evolving fields of green technologies and T Levels.
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