Job summary To lead the development, implementation, expansion and ongoing progression of all apprenticeships across all professions and at all levels across the organisation. To maximise the organisations Apprenticeship levy by leading on the creation and delivery of apprenticeship plans, in line with the Trusts learning needs analysis, including the commissioning and procuring apprenticeship development programmes. To take the operational lead for apprenticeships acting as a guide, advisor and consultant to leaders and mangers across the organisation using apprenticeship development as part of workforce transformation. To work with the Head of Education and Practice Development and Organisational Development lead on the application of apprenticeships and support staff development as part of the staff workforce development strategy. Main duties of the job Take the lead for expansion of apprenticeships across the organisation through raising the profile and promotion of apprenticeships. Act as the main account holder for the Digital Apprenticeship service, monitor and report financial data to the Deputy Head of education and practice development and support with any other reports to the Trust board. Responsible for the apprenticeship levy allocation and spend. Line management of apprenticeship administrators. Maximise the use of the apprenticeship levy through effective planning andprovision of resources. Interpret data from the digital apprenticeships service and produce reports to monitor progress of learners, programmes and Levy expenditure. Ensure the Digital Apprenticeship service is being used effectively andappropriately. Responsible for the quality assurance of the apprenticeship provision in terms of success, retention and progression and for the development and extension of apprenticeship programmes. Monitors candidate progression, identifies and escalates risks against Levy spend and candidate non-completions. Supports departmental managers in the application of apprenticeshipprogrammes, off the job training requirements, supports end point assessment and supports learners in practice. Responsible for full data management and entry using the apprenticeship service system. Produces bespoke reports as required by the organisation. About us We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we wil look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential. Date posted 21 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 20 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 177-CORP-6586295 Job locations James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential First degree in relevant subject or equivalent experience Advanced IT Skills Desirable Coaching or mentoring Experience and knowledge Essential Experience of planning and developing a range of apprenticeship programmes Experience of the apprenticeship procurement and the contracting process Desirable Understanding of the apprenticeship levy and digital apprenticeship service Experience and knowledge of implementing a variety of apprenticeships across a large and multidisciplinary organisation Experience of line management Experience in recruiting apprenticeship programmes Skills, abilities and competencies Essential Knowledge of the full range of apprenticeship standards and frameworks relevant to the NHS Specialist knowledge of the apprenticeship funding process Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and leading project work Knowledge of how learning and development activity supports service improvement Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential First degree in relevant subject or equivalent experience Advanced IT Skills Desirable Coaching or mentoring Experience and knowledge Essential Experience of planning and developing a range of apprenticeship programmes Experience of the apprenticeship procurement and the contracting process Desirable Understanding of the apprenticeship levy and digital apprenticeship service Experience and knowledge of implementing a variety of apprenticeships across a large and multidisciplinary organisation Experience of line management Experience in recruiting apprenticeship programmes Skills, abilities and competencies Essential Knowledge of the full range of apprenticeship standards and frameworks relevant to the NHS Specialist knowledge of the apprenticeship funding process Knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring and leading project work Knowledge of how learning and development activity supports service improvement Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address James Paget University Hospital Lowestoft Road Gorleston NR31 6LA Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)