Description:
As an Apprenticeship Coach, you'll support learners through the early stages of their apprenticeship journey at the Defence School of Transport (DST), conducting coaching sessions, progress reviews, workplace observations and learner support activities.
Working closely with learners, military stakeholders and colleagues, you'll help apprentices achieve key milestones, remain engaged with their programme and prepare for successful progression to Gateway and End Point Assessment.
The role is primarily based at DST Leconfield, with occasional travel required to support wider apprenticeship activities. A driving licence is essential.
What You'll Own
You'll:
- Deliver coaching and apprenticeship support aligned to the Engineering Operative Level 2 Standard.
- Conduct learner reviews, workplace observations and progress discussions.
- Support apprentices in developing technical knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours.
- Monitor learner progress and identify support needs or barriers to achievement.
- Maintain accurate learner records and compliance documentation.
- Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports learner development.
- Build strong relationships with learners, military stakeholders and training staff.
- Support apprentices in preparing for Gateway and End Point Assessment.
- Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
About You
You're an experienced engineering or vehicle maintenance professional who enjoys helping people learn and develop.
You may come from a military, transport engineering, logistics, fleet maintenance, heavy vehicle, plant maintenance or automotive background. Most importantly, you're confident coaching others, communicating effectively and working independently to support learner success. [Briefing C...ider 25629 | Word]
You'll likely bring:
- Engineering, vehicle maintenance or transport engineering experience.
- Coaching, mentoring, training or instructional experience.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Good organisational and planning abilities.
- Experience working with safety, compliance and maintenance procedures.
- Confidence using digital systems and learning platforms.
- The ability to build positive relationships and motivate learners.
Essential
- Engineering, vehicle maintenance, transport engineering or related occupational experience.
- Experience coaching, mentoring, training or supporting the development of others.
- Knowledge of engineering maintenance principles and safe working practices.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage learner caseloads effectively.
- Good IT skills and confidence using digital learning platforms.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Ability and willingness to travel when required.
- Level 2 qualification in engineering, vehicle maintenance, transport engineering or equivalent occupational competence is desirable; substantial relevant experience will also be considered.
- Category C or C+E driving licence.