Business Development Consultant

Swift Childcare Apprenticeships specialises in supporting employers with the recruitment, training, and development of high-quality apprentices in the childcare and education sectors for over 10 years. Operating across the Midlands, North West, and London, Swift offers Level 3 Early Years Educator and Support Teaching and Learning programs. By blending in‑person, remote, workplace, and classroom‑based learning, Swift tailors its apprenticeship delivery to meet the unique needs of employers and apprentices. The organisation is committed to enhancing both technical and transferable skills in the emerging workforce.

Role Description

This is a full‑time hybrid role based in Birmingham, with some work‑from‑home. As a Business Development Consultant, you will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, building strong relationships with potential and current employers, and consulting with clients to align their needs with apprenticeship solutions. The main aim is to place an apprentice in a suitable setting. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include identifying leads, developing business plans, and effectively communicating the value of Swift’s apprenticeship programs to drive growth and foster partnerships.

Qualifications

• Expertise in New Business Development and Lead Generation
• Strong skills in Consulting and Business Planning, with the ability to align solutions with client needs
• Exceptional Communication skills for building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders
• Proven ability to meet performance targets and thrive in a goal‑driven environment
• Experience in the education, childcare, or apprenticeship sectors (preferred)
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in using CRM systems and standard office software

Safeguarding Culture at Swift

We believe that safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility, whilst being fully aware that ‘it could happen here’.

We also recognise that this can happen to anyone, regardless of demographic, from disadvantaged to affluent areas. It is essential that our Learners, their guardians, Employers, and our Employees feel supported, valued, listened to, and protected from harm, empowering them to make positive choices and protect themselves. To achieve this, we must foster a culture in which young people can speak out and share their concerns with staff.

Our safeguarding focus for 2026:

In 2025, our DSL saw that safeguarding isn’t just about the role; it is about creating a culture of confidence and awareness throughout the whole Swift team. Without the wider team having confidence in the safeguarding team, reporting wouldn’t happen. Safeguarding is about building a culture of trust and shared responsibility, to make a change to the futures of the young people we are supporting.

Our focus will be to continue building confidence among all staff through CPD sessions and to ensure our systems work well and continue to strengthen as the business grows.

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