1. Apprenticeships Project Leader
Resurgo Trust

2. About us Who we are? Our Impact
We work with those who most need help- 89% have at least one indicator of disadvantage.
Resurgo means to rise up again. It describes our belief in the unbelievable difference we can all make in the world around us when we work together. By connecting our creativity, talents and resources we can move mountains to create a greater society together.
Over 75% of completers are still in work a year later.
In 2016 we were listed as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in the ‘Great Place to Work’ Awards.
Resurgo’s initiatives are Spear, an award-winning programme helping young unemployed people into work or education, Resurgo Ventures, supporting  emerging social entrepreneurs to make a positive impact on society and Resurgo Consulting, providing coaching services to organisations to increase trust and improve outcomes.
In 2017 we won the Princess Royal Training Awards which honours employers that have created outstanding training and skills development programmes.
Our Impact

3. Resurgo Values

4. Apprenticeships Project Leader
Responsible to: Chief Operating Officer
Liaises with: Managing Director, Coaching Team, Corporate Partnership Team, Head of Finance, External Apprenticeships Consultant
This role represents an exciting opportunity to build on Resurgo’s market leading approach to help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds into sustained employment through leading the Apprenticeships project. They will lead the project to develop the internal capability, curriculum and corporate relationships to maximise the opportunity of Apprenticeships to bring sustainable impact and funding for young people.

5. Responsibilities Leading the Apprenticeship Project
This role will project manage the development of Resurgo’s Apprenticeship capability across the main 3 priorities
Develop Corporates
Support the development of a corporate engagement strategy for the apprenticeship programme
Develop Curriculum
Develop Capability
Work alongside the Coaching team to shape the structure and design of the apprenticeship journey and develop the apprenticeship delivery model options
Develop and lead the Apprenticeship Programme Strategy and project action plan
Design and develop the corporate/customer journey and identify relevant resources , materials and communications to support
Lead the implementation of the action plan, identifying resources, opportunities and risks
Work alongside the Coaching team to develop the curriculum plan and resources; utilising available materials and inspirational teaching approaches
Actively network and make new relationships to seek intelligence and input that will help to shape an effective and innovative approach to apprenticeship delivery
Establish the process, systems and documentation required to run an effective and compliant programme
Ensure that the curriculum and delivery plans meet the criteria and requirements of the apprenticeship standard/s including Maths and English
Develop the policies and procedures to ensure that the apprentices have a high quality, supported and safe experience
Support the engagement of new and existing corporate relationships in apprenticeships
Work closely with any pilot levy organisations to develop a suitable and bespoke curriculum
Be the first point of contact for staff and existing learners on apprenticeship and plans – champion our plans!
Support the recruitment plans and process for the new apprenticeship team

6. Person Specification Working Requirements
Ability to personally represent the Christian values of Resurgo
Passionate about helping young people from disadvantaged backgrounds benefit from the Apprenticeship Levy and Resurgo’s coaching expertise.
Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities, initiative and a self-starter
Project management experience.
Strong organisational skills including the ability to establish appropriate processes and structures.
Ability to manage multiple priorities to set and then meet targets and deadlines
An excellent communicator, with the ability to positively influence a wide range of stakeholders.
Ability to make the complex simple, dependent on the audience.
Up to date knowledge and working experience of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
To operate flexibly in a changing and dynamic environment.
Fixed term contract with flexibility e.g. 4/5 days/week starting June (6 month fixed term) or 3 days/week starting before June (9 month fixed term).
Although this is a fixed term role it is anticipated that there will be opportunities for longer term roles within the new Apprenticeships team- See ‘Responsibilities- Develop Capability’
Occasional evening meetings and charity or team building events outside of hours as required by the role
Participating in the wider staff team including taking an active part in weekly staff and prayer meetings and key events such as the residential staff conference

7. Additional Information
Salary & Benefits
How to Apply
£29.2k-£31.6k (pro rata dependent on experience)
Please complete the application form on our website submit it with your CV
Pension scheme: 3% employer contribution
25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Christmas ‘gift days’- office is shut between Christmas and New Year
Attendance on ‘Coaching for Leadership’ course- iLM accredited 5 day programme of coaching training over 2 months (valued at £2,500).
Recruitment Timetable
Annual Summer and Christmas Conferences (one residential) which include, teaching, worship, delicious food and country walks.
Deadline for applications: 18th March 2018
Employee Assistance programme: a confidential support service for employees
Phone interviews: 22nd March 2018
Ability to take advantage of Give as you Earn (GAYE)
Interviews: 29th March 2018
Queries
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role, please the People and Culture team to arrange a time.