About the role
Staffordshire University is currently one of the largest providers of degree apprenticeships with work-integrated learning central to the university’s vision for next generation education, experience, and engagement.
This role is for a member of the apprenticeship team at the university working on supporting employers to recruit suitable apprentices across multiple apprenticeship standards. The role involves supporting with all aspects of apprenticeship recruitment including interviewing applicants to ensure suitability for the job role whilst guaranteeing applicants meet the university entry criteria for apprenticeships. The post holder will work closely with staff within the schools to ensure employers and applicants are kept up to date with any changes. The role requires individuals to play an active role in events supporting Apprenticeship recruitment.
This post is externally funded, and is for a fixed-term period until 31st July 2024
Apply on our Jobs at Staffs website by attaching your CV.
Main Responsibilities
Proactively attract new apprentices to employer apprenticeship vacancies
Conduct interviews with applicants to ensure eligibility for the apprenticeship and suitability for the job role advertised by the employer
Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders within academic schools at the university to enhance identification of apprenticeship opportunities.
Promote an understanding of statutory and funding regulations to new and existing employer partners and potential apprentices
Co-ordinate and deliver apprenticeship talks to schools, college’s and employer partners
Contribute to and develop local and regional networks to raise Staffordshire University’s profile.
Represent the University externally and actively develop and influence local and regional networks and partnerships.
Attend internal and external events to raise the profile of Apprenticeships at Staffordshire University
Who is Staffordshire University?
Staffordshire University is an award-winning institution with over 100 years’ experience in delivering excellent higher education. Our main Stoke-on-Trent campus is located in the heart of the UK, with Centres of Excellence located in the towns of Stafford and Shrewsbury.
After a highly successful year in 2019, which included entering THE World University rankings for the first time, securing TEF Gold, and climbing in all the league tables, our University has constantly expanded its physical presence through new and industry-leading building developments and facilities. Looking towards our 2030 strategy, we are now transforming specific business processes to improve the student experience and integrate a wider feeling of inclusion and safety for our on-campus community.
Rewards and Benefits
In return for your dedication we have a competitive benefits package available
- Competitive incremental rates of Pay
- 32 days Annual Leave plus 11 days Bank Holiday and Discretionary days
- Access to continued professional and personal development
- An opportunity to become part of the wider University community
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounted Health & Fitness Facilities on site at the Stoke Campus
- Discounted Travel by Rail or Bus, with the option of season tickets loans
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary contract
Salary: £27,181.00-£31,396.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- Work from home
Work Location: In person