Could you be Incommunities new Learning and Apprentice Advisor? As our subject matter expert for apprenticeships, you will develop and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high quality programmes, which align with organisational needs and standards. We are looking for someone that is passionate about supporting and developing both our apprentices and colleagues through apprenticeships and learning opportunities.
About us
We are a social housing landlord and one of the largest housing providers in the region with over 22,000 social and affordable homes, mainly in the Bradford district. We employ a talented workforce of nearly 1,000 people.
Working to provide great homes in great neighbourhoods, we are proud to collaborate with our customers, communities, local and national stakeholders to achieve this.
This year will see us launch our new 5 year corporate strategy to 2029 which puts customers at the heart of what we do, providing great places to live and work, with homes that they are proud to live in.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with external apprenticeship providers to ensure high-quality programme delivery that aligns with organisational needs and standards.
- Act as the subject matter expert on apprenticeships, staying informed about new standards, regulations, and learning trends.
- Skilled in overseeing apprenticeship recruitment, onboarding and mentoring processes for apprentices. Ensuring smooth transition from recruitment to onboarding and development.
- Support and provide guidance and coaching to mentors and leaders responsible for apprentices, ensuring they have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively support apprentice development.
- Oversee, monitor, and report on the utilisation of the apprenticeship levy.
- Ensure all learning and development activities, including apprenticeships, comply with current standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with business leaders to identify skills gaps, succession planning needs, and career development opportunities. Utilise the apprenticeship levy or corporate training budget to address these gaps and support strategic goals
- Regularly review and assess the effectiveness of learning and development initiatives, including apprenticeship programmes. Implement improvements based on feedback and performance metrics to ensure relevance and impact.
- Work closely with the L&D team to deliver training sessions and facilitate learning opportunities for apprentices and colleagues. Ensure training is engaging, effective, and tailored to the diverse needs of the workforce.
- Contribute to the broader People Experience team by supporting other projects and deliveries as required.
Requirements
- Experience in managing apprenticeship programmes, including recruitment, onboarding, and collaboration with external providers.
- Demonstrated ability to align apprenticeship programmes with organisational goals and standards.
- Experience in the design, delivery, and facilitation of training sessions.
- Experience in assessing and improving training and learning programmes, with a focus on apprenticeships.
- Experience working with various stakeholders, including HR, business leaders, and external providers.
- Strong understanding of current standards, regulations, and best practices in apprenticeship and learning theory.
- Experience overseeing and reporting on apprenticeship levy utilisation.
- Experience in coaching and supporting mentors and leaders
- Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Keen attention to detail to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to monitor apprenticeship levy spend effectively.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to implementing changes based on feedback.
Benefits
- Salary ranges from £31,870 upto £35,519 per year
- West Yorkshire Pension Fund membership - Current employer contribution is 15.5%
- Our Hub: our wellbeing and benefits site, with exclusive access to discounts and savings (at over 800 retailers)
- 28 days annual leave, which increases to 30 in your 2nd year and 32 in your 3rd year plus bank holidays
- Option to buy and sell annual leave
- Training, development, and qualification opportunities
- Agile and hybrid working - 2 days p/w in the office (BD17 7BN)
- Corporate health scheme membership
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking onsite
We are an equal opportunity employer but beyond characteristics protected by law, we welcome and value applicants from diverse backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. Incommunities is accredited as menopause friendly. The Menopause Friendly Accreditation recognises inclusive employers that build awareness and understanding of how menopause can have an effect at work and shows we take the wellbeing of our colleagues seriously.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
