Apprenticeship Mentor

Job description

Cambridge Regional College has an exciting opportunity for an Apprenticeship Mentor to join our Work Based Learning team. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return will receive a competitive salary of £28,032 - £29,917 per annum, plus excellent staff benefits.

Weekly Hours: 37 hours per week

Cambridge Regional College is a large and inspirational centre of learning with campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We are proud of our reputation for excellence and the positive impact we have on learners, employers and the wider community. We are also proud to be recognised with Investors in People Gold accreditation.

Just some of the rewards you can benefit from:

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Free gym membership option and discounted classes (Cambridge campus)
• Discounted rates on college courses
• Health cash plan and occupational health services
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Excellent staff development opportunities

About the role

As an Apprenticeship Mentor, you will manage a caseload of apprentices, providing high-quality coaching, support, assessment and mentoring to help learners successfully achieve their apprenticeship qualifications. You will work closely with employers and apprentices, building strong relationships and ensuring learners develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for success.

The role involves delivering training, conducting progress reviews, supporting learners through gateway and End Point Assessment, monitoring off-the-job training, and ensuring all records and learner documentation are maintained accurately. You will regularly visit employers and learners in the workplace and act as their key point of contact throughout the apprenticeship journey.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a motivated individual with:

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above)
• Recent industry experience and/or evidence of continuous professional development
• Experience working with employers in a professional capacity
• Excellent communication, organisation and IT skills
• The ability to manage a busy caseload and work independently
• A full driving licence and willingness to travel to employer sites

Knowledge of apprenticeship standards, End Point Assessment and work-based learning would be advantageous.

Safeguarding Statement

Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.

The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy before the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified