Apprenticeship Skills Coach

Overview

Apprenticeship Skills Coach

FES Professional Services

Location: Greenwich and Medway Campuses

Salary: £38,784 to £44,746 plus £5,476 London weighting (if based at Greenwich Campus) per annum

Part Time

Hours:

0.6 FTE

Contract Type: Fixed Term – Until 31 July 2026

Release Date: Monday 19 January 2026

Closing Date: Sunday 01 February 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 5306

We are seeking to expand our apprentice skills coach provision in the Faculty of Engineering and Science at the University of Greenwich. A suitable candidate would be pro-active with excellent interpersonal skills to support trainee professionals across a range of disciplines.

• Meet with apprentices and their employers to review progress against the apprenticeship standards.
• Work with apprentices on achieving their End Point Assessment.
• Be the initial point of contact for apprentices within the Faculty, providing information, advice and guidance.
• Monitor progress against relevant standards and maintain strong relationships in this developing field.
• Conduct regular reviews with apprentices and their line managers using a coaching approach to develop and apply Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours in the workplace to stay on track for timely completion.
• Collaborate with colleagues in the Faculty and across centralised University teams; matrix managed by the Head of Apprenticeships.

• Excellent administration and digital skills with a dedicated and flexible approach to working to ensure high levels of learner achievement.
• Knowledge and understanding of higher level and degree apprenticeship programmes; experience in a similar role is essential.
• Ability to work in a professional services team across multiple campuses (Medway and Greenwich) and to engage with colleagues across the Faculty and central teams.

A friendly and supportive working environment with opportunities to develop within the role and engage with the wider university community.

Safeguarding & Compliance: Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search may be conducted on shortlisted candidates in line with employment policies.

Contact for Informal Discussion: Jacklyn Tubb, Head of Business Operations, at

General Queries: peopleope

This role can be based at either Greenwich or Medway campus. If based at Medway campus, London weighting will not apply.

The university is committed to safeguarding staff, students and visitors and to providing a safe, inclusive environment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.

Please Note: Current vacancies can be viewed on the University of Greenwich vacancies page. Attachments such as CVs and personal statements may not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and to inclusive practices. We encourage applications and support equal opportunities in recruitment and selection.