Summary of the Role

The Training Manager for Apprenticeships at Heritage Skills Academy (HSA) plays a key strategic and operational role in leading high-quality delivery of apprenticeship training in heritage engineering and classic vehicle restoration. The post holder will lead curriculum development, manage a team of tutors, drive quality improvement, and act as a key figure in Ofsted readiness and safeguarding. This role demands a deep commitment to preserving traditional skills, understanding the changing needs of the industry and ensuring outstanding outcomes for apprentices and employers.

Key Responsibilities

• Be part of the Ofsted and QAR working groups.
• Manage a team of tutors and technician.
• Lead weekly scheduling and planning across all delivery sites, including “Week Ahead” and “End of Week” review meetings.
• Hold regular performance reviews and contribute to business planning and growth targets.
• Ensure that all safeguarding responsibilities are discharged, acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Contribute and be part of development and strategic planning and be part of Senior Management Team meetings.

Curriculum and Quality Management

• Lead curriculum development and ensure effective embedding of technical areas including Mechanical and Coachbuilding programmes.
• Standardisation of block format and content and delivery and progress tracking.
• Ensure annual review of Curriculum content aligned with employer needs.
• Manage End Point Assessment (EPA) scheduling and apprentice preparedness, including gateway sign-off and progress tracking.
• Carry out recognition of prior learning (RPL) reviews in collaboration with the Recruitment team. Manage apprentice applications with complex needs eg. EHCP.
• Monitor, observe, and mentor the Tutors to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment. In accordance with the IQA process.

Team and Resource Management

• Manage and implement the calendar and block scheduling for all delivery sites
• Line manage a team of 6+ Tutors and Technician, conducting appraisals, performance reviews, and CPD planning.
• Ensure high quality training environment including vehicles, rigs, consumables and tools are available to support high-quality delivery across all workshops.
• Manage procurement of equipment and consumables at Bicester in line with budgetary controls.
• Remotely manage and support our Brooklands team.
• Oversee the training vehicle fleet to ensure advanced vehicles and Year 1 basic training vehicle fleet are consistently maintained in operational and excellent condition. Manage, maintain and develop new vehicle system training rigs appropriate to the industries needs.

Apprentice and Employer Engagement

• Ensure the Tutor team communicate regularly with the appropriate Development Coaches regarding any apprentices at risk of leaving or falling behind in their training.
• Ensure high quality, relevant and informative end of block reports completed by the end of the following Monday.
• Ensure the Gateway process is carried out effectively and on time.

Operational Delivery

• Lead Monthly Tutor meetings at Bicester and Brooklands.
• Undertake occasional delivery on programmes as needed to ensure consistency and address coverage gaps.
• Development Coach for 4 apprentices to maintain practical involvement in workplace visits to stay current and connected with teaching practice.
• Actively network and keep feelers out to stay aware of top specialist talent who could help with specialist delivery work.
• Lead on educational days – e.g Brooklands Innovation academy
• Commercial courses – management of – scheduling .

Education & Training

• Degree or appropriate level qualification in automotive training.
• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd) & GCSE English & Maths.
• NB: Evidence required of recent CPD

• Management qualification, IQA qualification (or willingness to gain) (Desirable)

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years' experience in apprenticeship curriculum management
• Automotive curriculum design management
• A track record in line managing a team of tutors
• Experience of self-assessment, tutor observation, and Ofsted inspection readiness
• Proven record of improving teaching quality and learner outcomes
• Experience supporting learner issues and safeguarding
• Experience managing delivery resources and budget allocations

• Heritage sector experience
• Evidence of acting as Ofsted nominee or supporting inspection

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of QAR, EPA processes, Gateway, and RPL
• Data literacy – able to analyse retention, progress, and achievement KPIs
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Skilled in scheduling, planning, and coordinating across multiple sites
• Confident in use of Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of Safeguarding frameworks

Personal Qualities

• A passion for heritage skills, classic vehicles and historic motor racing.
• A passion and commitment to delivering a world-class apprenticeship training programme.
• A desire to be part of and to build a centre of excellence in Heritage Engineering skills and knowledge.
• Positive, professional, and motivated
• Resilient and adaptable to the demands of a fast-paced, evolving training environment
  

Safeguarding & Welfare

• Clear understanding of Safeguarding, Prevent, and associated responsibilities
• Commitment to working with young people
• Ability to set boundaries and maintain appropriate relationships

• Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification or experience

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to gm@heritageskillsacademy.co.uk