Salary
£30,000 - £42,000 per annum Contractual hours
37.5 Basis
Full Time Region
Peterborough Date posted
17/12/2024 Job reference
REQ002490
Ready to take the next step?
Are you an expert in apprenticeship compliance and funding with a passion for operational excellence? United Learning, the country's largest educational charity, is seeking a dedicated professional to strengthen and lead our compliance and funding processes. In this critical role, you will ensure that our apprenticeship programmes meet all funding requirements, maintain accurate data, and uphold the highest compliance standards. Your expertise will help safeguard our reputation and financial stability while supporting the development of exceptional apprenticeship programmes. Join a supportive organisation that values collaboration, work-life balance, and empowers you to make an impact. About the role
Apprenticeships are central to our strategy for recruitment, retention, and development. Since becoming an accredited provider in 2021, we’ve been committed to delivering high-quality apprenticeship training designed specifically for educational and business support roles in schools, nurseries, and other settings. We’re now seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to lead all aspects of compliance and funding for our apprenticeship programmes. From overseeing data submissions and funding claims to managing systems and audits, you’ll be the key driver of our operational excellence. This role also offers the chance to ensure funding opportunities are maximised and risks are minimised through robust processes and systems. This is your opportunity to play a role in a growing team, influencing outcomes across a national network of over 100 schools while shaping the future of our apprenticeship provision. Duties/responsibilities:
The role is responsible for ensuring the provider’s apprenticeship provision adheres to all compliance and funding regulations. Your role includes overseeing data submissions, managing ILR processes, ensuring accurate funding claims, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ESFA funding rules. You will lead audits and compliance reviews, identify and address risks, and provide guidance to the team to ensure systems and processes meet regulatory standards. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the financial sustainability and integrity of the provider, enabling the organisation to deliver high-quality training while meeting funding and compliance requirements. Essential requirements
Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GCSE, A Level, or Functional Skills L2) Strong understanding of ESFA funding rules and apprenticeship compliance requirements. Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in data management and risk mitigation strategies. Experience of working in a Further Education MIS department A sound knowledge of the Individualised Learner Record (ILR), funding regulations and audit requirements for further education Ability to manage own workload with minimal supervision Current knowledge of data and compliance requirements within public funding programmes including ESFA (apprenticeships) High level of communication and interpersonal skills Experienced user of PDSAT software and other related software / reports for data cleansing and credibility related issues Experience of planning and undertaking internal audits Experience of external audits
Desirable
Experience using PICS or similar apprenticeship management software.
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive salary. Contributory pension scheme. 26 days holiday Occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family. Competitive maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits. Group Life Insurance Scheme Extensive range of employee benefits through our partner Perkbox. Westfield Health cash plan for eligible staff Continuous Professional Development options that will be tailored to your needs. A supportive team across the country. We are open to requests for flexible or part-time working; and we encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.
United Learning Apprenticeships is graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2024. Inspectors rated the provider as Good in all areas.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance) Further Information:
Closing Date:
Friday 17th January 2025 at Midnight The first interviews are scheduled for Thursday, 23rd January via Microsoft Teams. Second interviews are scheduled in person on Friday, 31st January at our London office. Any queries regarding the role please contact our HR inbox at: ask.hr@unitedlearning.org.uk
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£30,000 - £42,000 per annum Contractual hours
37.5 Basis
Full Time Region
Peterborough Date posted
17/12/2024 Job reference
REQ002490
Ready to take the next step?
Are you an expert in apprenticeship compliance and funding with a passion for operational excellence? United Learning, the country's largest educational charity, is seeking a dedicated professional to strengthen and lead our compliance and funding processes. In this critical role, you will ensure that our apprenticeship programmes meet all funding requirements, maintain accurate data, and uphold the highest compliance standards. Your expertise will help safeguard our reputation and financial stability while supporting the development of exceptional apprenticeship programmes. Join a supportive organisation that values collaboration, work-life balance, and empowers you to make an impact. About the role
Apprenticeships are central to our strategy for recruitment, retention, and development. Since becoming an accredited provider in 2021, we’ve been committed to delivering high-quality apprenticeship training designed specifically for educational and business support roles in schools, nurseries, and other settings. We’re now seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to lead all aspects of compliance and funding for our apprenticeship programmes. From overseeing data submissions and funding claims to managing systems and audits, you’ll be the key driver of our operational excellence. This role also offers the chance to ensure funding opportunities are maximised and risks are minimised through robust processes and systems. This is your opportunity to play a role in a growing team, influencing outcomes across a national network of over 100 schools while shaping the future of our apprenticeship provision. Duties/responsibilities:
The role is responsible for ensuring the provider’s apprenticeship provision adheres to all compliance and funding regulations. Your role includes overseeing data submissions, managing ILR processes, ensuring accurate funding claims, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ESFA funding rules. You will lead audits and compliance reviews, identify and address risks, and provide guidance to the team to ensure systems and processes meet regulatory standards. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the financial sustainability and integrity of the provider, enabling the organisation to deliver high-quality training while meeting funding and compliance requirements. Essential requirements
Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GCSE, A Level, or Functional Skills L2) Strong understanding of ESFA funding rules and apprenticeship compliance requirements. Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in data management and risk mitigation strategies. Experience of working in a Further Education MIS department A sound knowledge of the Individualised Learner Record (ILR), funding regulations and audit requirements for further education Ability to manage own workload with minimal supervision Current knowledge of data and compliance requirements within public funding programmes including ESFA (apprenticeships) High level of communication and interpersonal skills Experienced user of PDSAT software and other related software / reports for data cleansing and credibility related issues Experience of planning and undertaking internal audits Experience of external audits
Desirable
Experience using PICS or similar apprenticeship management software.
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive salary. Contributory pension scheme. 26 days holiday Occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family. Competitive maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits. Group Life Insurance Scheme Extensive range of employee benefits through our partner Perkbox. Westfield Health cash plan for eligible staff Continuous Professional Development options that will be tailored to your needs. A supportive team across the country. We are open to requests for flexible or part-time working; and we encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.
United Learning Apprenticeships is graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2024. Inspectors rated the provider as Good in all areas.
Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance) Further Information:
Closing Date:
Friday 17th January 2025 at Midnight The first interviews are scheduled for Thursday, 23rd January via Microsoft Teams. Second interviews are scheduled in person on Friday, 31st January at our London office. Any queries regarding the role please contact our HR inbox at: ask.hr@unitedlearning.org.uk
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