Employability Manager

Location: Birmingham, B37 7YE

Hours of work: 37.5

Contract Type: Permanent

This is a unique opportunity to lead on apprenticeships and inclusive recruitment for a major national contract with our client, a leading provider of facilities services in the UK.

With a focus on empowering individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to access careers in Facilities Management, this role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusion, innovation, and leading change at scale.

Job Description

As the Inclusive Recruitment & Apprenticeships Lead, you will manage a nationwide team, setting the strategic agenda and driving its implementation with autonomy and vision.You'll work closely with the business to design impactful, tailored approaches that make a real difference, establishing partnerships with organisations such as Job Centres and community groups.With high volumes of inclusive hiring, strong apprenticeship uptake, and initiatives supporting T Level students, this role is about transforming lives while differentiating the business through meaningful social value.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a team of 5 focused on supporting disadvantaged individuals into employment
Oversee delivery of employability services with a target of 4,000 people supported over 7 years
Build and maintain relationships with job centres, colleges, and charities to drive engagement
Lead team in promoting and facilitating apprenticeships across partner networks
Support recruitment activity, including delivery of employability sessions at local venues
Monitor team performance and outcomes against contract targets
Represent the programme with stakeholders to drive awareness and participation

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

Experience working with disadvantaged groups and government-led programmes
Proven ability to manage dispersed teams effectively
Skilled in assessing situations and developing action plans to meet objectives
Strong communication, relationship management, and influencing skills
High resilience and ability to manage ambiguity and ensure accountability
Strong written and verbal communication with high computer literacy
Knowledge of apprenticeships, T-Levels, and related government initiatives

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