Fixed Term Contract until July 2025, 22.2 hours per week (3 days a week, 0.6 FTE) Band 4 - £32,296 to £35,880 per annum, pro rata About the Post The post holder will be based within Apprenticeship Hub team and provide critical dedicated and efficient support for the 8 apprenticeship programmes highlighted in the successful Wave 3 Bid, which has a target of generating 422 new apprentices over the next 2 years. This is a key role reporting to the Apprenticeships Account Manager working alongside a number of key internal and external stakeholders, to underpin the ongoing successful recruitment, delivery, completion and achievement of our apprenticeship programmes. The post holder will also work closely with the Wave 3 Project Manager. About the Team The team is an established team who are very passionate about apprenticeship programmes and have achieved a great deal over the last 3 years. The University is on a journey to become an Ofsted ‘outstanding’ provider and has a clear 5-year growth plan. The University has just successfully won a bid for £422k to accelerate its growth plan and double its apprenticeship numbers in the next 2 years. About You If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the apprenticeship learners journey and would like to join a successful team who continually strive to ensure our apprentices receive an exceptional experience at the university, then this role is for you. In this role you will have the opportunity to make a real impact in the ongoing enhancement of the University’s profile and reputation through the development and delivery of key events. You will support the ambitious growth targets and enhance its reputation. Benefits Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for Bands 1-4 and 30 days for Bands 5 and above, plus 8 bank holidays and any university closure days. Agile and flexible working, including family friendly policies. We offer a competitive pension scheme through USS. Staff discounts at a number of local amenities. Discounted membership at various Ipswich Fit sites: unlimited access to gyms, swimming lanes, fitness classes and discounted racket sports. We offer up to a 100% fee waiver for staff approved to study a UoS undergraduate or postgraduate course, subject to a set of criteria and conditions. Cycle to Work scheme. Electric vehicle salary sacrifice. Wellbeing programmes. Staff recognition annual awards. Closing Date: Tuesday 26 November 2024 Interview Date – To be confirmed For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Yvonne Malpass and email address y.malpassuos.ac.uk Please see the Job Application Guidance to support your application. We are a values driven organisation, committed to ensuring we remain a beacon for aspiration and achievement, while providing a great environment to work and study. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and we encourage applications from under-represented groups. We believe sustainability is fundamental to our culture and our business as usual working practice, and are commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), whilst actively addressing resource usage and climate and biodiversity degradation. We are seeking passionate individuals who share this commitment, aligning with our strategic initiatives and procedures to drive positive change and contribute to a more sustainable future.