Head of Apprenticeships & Development

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Remote (UK-wide)
Contract: Fixed-Term (13 Weeks) | Full-Time (37 hours per week)

Are you a senior leader in apprenticeships ready to take full ownership of delivery, quality, and growth? This is a high-impact opportunity to shape and scale apprenticeship programmes at a national level, driving performance, innovation, and real learner outcomes.

About the Company

This organisation is a well-established and mission-driven provider within the apprenticeships, employability, and vocational training space. They are recognised for delivering high-quality, learner-focused programmes that support individuals into sustainable employment and long-term career progression.

With a strong focus on skills development, social mobility, and workforce transformation, they work closely with employers, partners, and communities to deliver impactful apprenticeship training and education programmes.

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking environment that values innovation in apprenticeship delivery, quality assurance, and continuous improvement, where leadership teams are empowered to make strategic decisions and influence organisational growth.

What’s on offer:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off
• Option to purchase additional leave
• 2 paid volunteer days
• Pension scheme (5% employee / 5% employer)
• Healthcare cash plan + life assurance
• Annual salary reviews
• Retail discounts & wellbeing perks via benefits platform
• Fully remote working

The Role

As Strategic Head of Apprenticeships & Development, you will take ownership of the operational delivery, quality, and strategic growth of apprenticeship programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of apprenticeship provision, ensuring high-quality learner experiences and outcomes
• Driving apprenticeship performance, achievement rates, and compliance with funding rules
• Developing and implementing apprenticeship growth strategies, aligned with organisational and commercial objectives
• Ensuring full compliance with ESFA funding requirements, Ofsted standards, and apprenticeship frameworks/standards
• Managing and developing high-performing teams across apprenticeship delivery, quality, and operations
• Identifying opportunities to expand apprenticeship programmes, introduce new standards, and enter new markets
• Building strong relationships with employers, stakeholders, and partners to enhance apprenticeship engagement
• Using data and MI to monitor apprenticeship performance, learner progress, and quality improvement plans

This is a strategic leadership role combining apprenticeship operations, funding knowledge, and commercial growth, ideal for someone looking to make a measurable impact.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a driven and experienced professional with a strong background in apprenticeships and work-based learning.

You will have:

• Extensive experience in a senior leadership role within apprenticeships or vocational education
• In-depth knowledge of ESFA funding rules, apprenticeship standards, and Ofsted inspection frameworks
• A proven track record of growing and improving apprenticeship provision
• Strong commercial awareness with experience in driving apprenticeship starts and revenue growth
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, particularly with employers and funding bodies
• Experience leading teams across apprenticeship delivery, quality, and compliance
• A data-driven approach to apprenticeship performance and quality improvement
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills

Most importantly, you’ll bring the energy, strategic thinking, and passion for apprenticeships needed to lead from the front and drive continuous improvement.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead and transform apprenticeship delivery at a strategic level, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

Apply today or get in touch to find out more.