Early Careers Development Lead

We're looking for an Early Careers Development Lead to champion the progress of apprentices within a key client programme. You'll be the driving force behind their development journey-coaching, mentoring, and ensuring every learner receives an exceptional experience that meets client, regulatory, and quality expectations., As an Early Careers Development Lead, you'll play a central role in supporting apprentices and maintaining the smooth running of the programme. Your responsibilities will include:

• Coaching and mentoring a cohort of apprentices, guiding them through their programme and supporting them to achieve their full potential.
• Managing all associated data accurately and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• Supporting the client and GP Strategies management team to deliver KPIs within your programme area.
• Delivering and developing your own skills and qualifications to support high-quality, blended learning-both one-to-one and group-based.
• Conducting tripartite reviews every 8-12 weeks, ensuring each apprentice's Individual Learning Plan is up to date and aligned with Lead Provider expectations.
• Ensuring apprentice data is complete, accurate, and well-maintained, including responsibility for your learner holding reports.
• Managing apprentice absence, holiday processes, and expenses through client systems.
• Attending best-practice and standards meetings to support continuous improvement.
• Acting as the single point of contact for your designated Lead Providers, escalating operational issues where needed.
• Overseeing operational governance, including quarterly governance board meetings with business leads.Upholding Equality, Diversity, Health & Safety, Safeguarding, and Quality policies, and reporting any concerns promptly.

Do you have a valid Driving License license?, Do you have experience in Organizational skills?, We're looking for a confident, proactive professional who thrives in a people-focused environment. You'll be a natural communicator with strong organisational skills and a passion for supporting others.

You will also have:

• Experience in apprenticeships, people management, coaching, or teaching.
• A Business or Engineering apprenticeship/qualification (other disciplines considered).
• Strong administration and data management capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.
• A professional, collaborative approach.
• A full driving licence and access to a car, with willingness to travel if required.
• Up-to-date sector competence and evidence of ongoing CPD.
• A strong standard of secondary education.Proficiency in MS Office.

It would be great if you also have:

• PTLLS Level 3 or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• A relevant professional qualification or degree.A solid understanding of safeguarding procedures.

If you're motivated by helping others grow, enjoy working in a structured yet people-centric environment, and want to play a key role in shaping early careers, this role offers a rewarding next step.