At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Capital Projects Team and help shape the future of education.
- Company: Luminate Education Group, dedicated to transformative education in Yorkshire.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension schemes, CPD opportunities, and discounted travel.
- Other info: Flexible working options and excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while making a lasting impact on thousands of students.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths, Level 3 qualification, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 36363 - 43408 £ per year.
The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:
- Annual leave: Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays; Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
- Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers' Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People's Pension Scheme
- CPD opportunities
- Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane)
- Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
About the Role
Leeds City College is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Project Manager to join our Capital Projects Team at an exciting time in the college's development. We are delivering a significant programme of investment across our estate, transforming existing campuses and developing new learning environments over the coming years. These projects will support our continued growth, enhance the student experience, and help us achieve our sustainability ambitions.
As part of our Capital Projects Team, you'll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of exciting projects, gaining practical experience while contributing to developments that will have a lasting impact on thousands of students. Alongside your role, you will complete the Level 4 Project Manager Apprenticeship, a 16-month programme that includes one day per week of classroom-based learning, enabling you to develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed for a successful career in project management.
If you're organised, eager to learn, and excited by the opportunity to be part of shaping the future of Luminate Education Group, we'd love to hear from you.
What You Will Do
- Provide advice and guidance to college staff on the Group approach towards capital projects
- Communicate and consult with user departments to ensure the appropriate levels of engagement
- Ensure Directorate processes and procedures are applied throughout the project lifecycle
- Monitor and report to the Head of Capital Projects on the design development process to ensure appropriate levels of space utilisation in accordance with the group's specific requirements
About You
- GCSE-level qualifications in English and Maths
- Completion of a Level 3 qualification
- The ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with different people across the Group and externally
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
- Adaptable to cope with change and uncertainty
About Us
Luminate Education Group is a collective of education providers based in Yorkshire with one clear purpose: to make a positive difference to people’s lives through genuinely transformative education and training. We offer a wide range of job vacancies across our business support functions: Finance, Human Resources, ITSS, Marketing, Communications, Executive Support, Estates and Food Services. Our large size and diverse range of member organisations means there are always exciting opportunities to progress. As an education provider, we are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our workforce, and you’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow.
SAFEGUARDING
At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool.
Apprentice Project Manager (Level 4) in Leeds employer: Luminate Education Group / Business Support
Luminate Education Group is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture in the vibrant city of Leeds. With a strong commitment to professional development, you will have ample opportunities to grow your skills while contributing to meaningful recruitment events that make a difference in students' lives. Join us to be part of a team that prioritises equality, diversity, and a collaborative spirit.
Contact Details:
Luminate Education Group / Business Support Recruitment Team
