Apprenticeship Programme Assistant (JSS26-24R)

About the role 

Acting as the first contact point in the provision of a confidential, professional support service within the Staffordshire Business School. The postholder will provide administrative support to the school-based Apprenticeship team by effectively co-ordinating and maintaining records and documentation relating to apprenticeship programmes in order to enhance the student, staff and stakeholder experience. 

Main Responsibilities  

The main responsibilities for our Apprenticeship Programme Assistant will be to:

Provide a professional service to support the successful delivery of apprenticeship programmes in the school. Plan, co-ordinate agendas for, assemble papers for and to take notes at meetings and to ensure follow up actions are completed.Provide professional administrative support for the on-boarding of apprentices across the school’s portfolio, effectively collating documentation to evidence the students’ journey. Provide effective and efficient administrative support to the school ensuring deadlines are adhered to in line with the academic calendar and funding regulations Provide support to the Course Director with the production of accurate and detailed reports, project updates and evidence to meet audit and contract requirements, adhering to deadlines. Provide professional administrative support for the apprenticeship end point assessment Provide support and guidance to employers of apprentices to enable them to understand and fulfil the requirements of the apprenticeship Ensure compliance through regular audits Maintain the University's VLE (virtual learning environment) Plan, record and track attendance To undertake appropriate professional development and mandatory training activities as identified or requiredThe role holder is required to minimise environmental impact in the performance of their role and to actively contribute to the delivery of the University’s Environmental Sustainability Policy 

Contact For Informal Discussion

Tina Allen, Course Director.  tina.allen@staffs.ac.uk 

Should you wish to apply for this vacancy, then please upload a copy of your CV along with a cover letter outlining your suitability

Who is Staffordshire University? 

Staffordshire University is an award winning, teaching-intensive and research-inspired university with a focus on work integrated learning, digital innovation and enterprise engagement. With over 100 years’ experience, we are a successful, confident and ambitious modern university, with a foundational purpose of providing higher and applied learning opportunities relevant to our region and beyond.

Spread across three main campuses in Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford and London, our future-focused courses and next-level teaching ensure our students can unlock the potential the world needs now to support better futures.

This is a key reason why we are ranked 2nd in the UK for quality education (Sustainable Development Goal 4, THE Impact Rankings 2023) and why we’re in the top 10 of UK universities for career prospects (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2023).

As a university it is important that we are at the forefront of research, delivering impact across the globe and informing how and what we teach. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, 87% of our research impact is recognised as “outstanding” or “very considerable”, demonstrating how we continue to push further to create a better tomorrow for our local and global communities.

When you join Staffordshire University, you join a highly supportive, supportive, boundary-pushing culture where insight and innovation is celebrated, expertise is valued, and excellence is rewarded. We can’t wait to see the contribution that you make to the continued growth and success of the Institution.

Rewards and Benefits

In return for your dedication we have a competitive benefits package available

•    Competitive incremental rates of Pay
•    32 days Annual Leave plus 11 days Bank Holiday and Discretionary days
•    Excellent Pension Scheme
•    Access to continued professional and personal development
•    An opportunity to become part of the wider University community
•    Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
•    Discounted Health & Fitness Facilities on site at the Stoke Campus
•    Discounted Travel by Rail or Bus, with the option of season tickets loans

At Staffordshire University, we believe that every student and staff member needs to be carbon literate if we are to help tackle the climate emergency and achieve our One Planet Pledge of carbon neutrality by 2030, and we are proud of our Bronze Carbon Literacy Award status. As part of our ongoing commitment we particularly encourage applications from candidates who have already completed carbon literacy training, or are prepared to undertake this training as part of their ongoing professional development.

Closing Date: 16 Feb 2024

Department: Professional Support

Salary: £23,700 to £26,444 Per Annum Full Time Fixed Term Until 31/07/2024