Full Time - Fixed Term Contract (02/12/2024- 04.01.2026) - High Wycombe

Salary - £37,999 - £42,632

Buckinghamshire New University is an ambitious, modern university that is always open to fresh ideas and thinking. We believe in the transformative power of education, and in doing the right thing by our students, people and local community. That’s why our BNU community is a special place to work and study, and where people who want to make a difference can contribute and succeed. 

Our University’s DRIVE values and are at the heart of all that we do.  We are united in being dynamic, responsible, inclusive, visionary and empowering to ensure that we provide the best experience to our learners and offer excellent service to our partners and to each other as colleagues. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you require.

At BNU, we currently offer more than fourteen apprenticeship programmes, with more planned to launch over the next two years. The Apprenticeship Partnership Manager role is part of the Apprenticeship Hub at BNU and reports to the Senior Apprenticeship Relationship Manager. The successful candidate will build positive relationships with both learners and employers, ensuring learner progression is effectively tracked and documented while providing ongoing information, advice, and support.

Strong interpersonal skills are essential for this role, as it involves regular interaction with academic teams, registry, admissions, and other departments. The role encompasses all aspects of the learner’s professional and personal development, from Induction to the delivery of tri-partite reviews on a quarterly basis and preparing learners for Gateway and EPA. Effective stakeholder management skills, active listening, and the ability to coach learners to successful outcomes are crucial.

The role also involves developing relationships with employers and subcontractors to address apprenticeship learning needs and ensure compliance. A solid understanding of the Education and Inspection Framework (EIF) and ESFA funding rules is required. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about work-based learning who is willing to go the extra mile for our apprentices!

What we offer: 

• a generous holiday entitlement (30 days per annum, plus bank holidays & closure days)  
• Hybrid working (dependant on business needs)
• training & development support opportunities  
• contributory pension scheme 
• discounted gym membership for our on-site gym  
• a range of staff discounts with major retailers. 

Please click here to see our wide range of benefits available for employees.
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If you have the qualities and attributes representative of the University’s values and ambition, we would be delighted to hear from you.   

For further information about this role, please contact simin.alaee@bnu.ac.uk

All applications are to be made in full and online. 

BNU is proud to have a diverse community and a strong track record of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our aim is to continue to build an environment where everyone thrives and can be themselves. We therefore ensure that our interview/shortlisting Chairs complete the relevant e-learning and/or inclusive recruitment training.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in BNU’S workforce. These include people from global majority backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQI+ people, particularly in more senior roles.

Closing Date: 8 November 2024

Interview Date:  18 November 2024

Please note that an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is required for this position. The successful applicant will need to consent to a criminal record check through the DBS. Information will be kept strictly confidential, and your offer of appointment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

If you are successful in securing an interview for the role, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK.  

BNU is a Disability Confident employer and as such you will be given the opportunity to declare a disability as part of the application process. The University is also committed to achieving the Race Equality Charter.