Work Based Learning Manager- Construction and Motor Vehicle

Work Based Learning Manager- Construction and Motor Vehicle
Location: Cambridge & Huntingdon
Salary: £51,416 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week, full year
Contract: Permanent
Benefits:

• Generous holiday: 35 days, support staff 27 days, plus 8 bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Pension schemes: Employer Contribution- 20.10%
• Discounts on college courses and Apple products
• Free gym membership and discounted classes
• On-site restaurants, coffee outlets (Costa Coffee & Starbucks), and retail options
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling)
• Staff development opportunities

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading Further Education College for an experienced Work Based Learning Manager to join their Curriculum team (Construction & Motor Vehicle). You will lead and manage all work-based learning programmes and assessors, ensuring high-quality provision for learners and employers. This role includes business development, curriculum oversight, work placements, and leading a team to achieve growth, success rates, and targets.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and expand apprenticeships and workplace learning programmes
• Lead and manage the WBL team, supporting assessor performance and development
• Ensure high-quality programme delivery and compliance with awarding organisation requirements
• Build and maintain strong employer and stakeholder relationships
• Monitor success rates, retention, and learner progress
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational performance
• Promote and embed the use of technology and e-learning in delivery and assessment

What We Are Looking For:

• Strong experience leading and managing Work Based Learning or apprenticeship programmes
• Teaching/assessing experience in a relevant vocational area- Construction and/or Motor Vehicle
• Experience in staff management, performance monitoring, and quality assurance
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards, funding, and contractual requirements
• Ability to analyse data, provide reports, and drive continuous improvement
• Professional, proactive, and resilient under pressure with a commitment to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum Level 3 vocational qualification; assessor qualification (A1/TAQA); V1 Internal Verification; Level 4 Lead IQA (or willing to work towards)
• Teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE) and management qualifications desirable
• Excellent communication, organisational, and administrative skills
• Ability to motivate and lead teams, with drive and enthusiasm for improving outcomes

Special Requirements:

• Flexible working including evenings/weekends as required
• Ability to travel independently for business purposes

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to make a real difference in learners’ success and employer engagement.

For more information please contact Simon Atkins- Pertemps 07894 752230