Progress and Retention Officer (Part Time 0.4 FTE)

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our Apprenticeships and Business Development team as a Progress and Retention Officer. This is an integral role in supporting the successful delivery of apprenticeships where you will ensure all apprentices have a timely progress review, provide intervention where apprentices are falling behind and work in partnership with employers to create action plans where necessary. Please note that this is a Part Time position working 15 hours per week. Responsibilities include:

• Lead on putting key action plans in place for employers and or learners that are OOF or experiencing difficulties in meeting the requirements set out in their training agreement or career and development plans.
• Works in partnership with business development and delivery teams to create clear and accurate communications to our employer partners.
• Sustain a thorough understanding of the present and anticipated needs of live apprentices across multi disciplines in order to carry out meaningful progress reviews.
• Understand career and development plans, action plans, progress reviews, progress updates and recruitment forecasts.
• Develop and extend links with employers, individually and collectively
• Feedback employers needs and direct opportunities whether through development and delivery or bespoke products
• Provide regular accurate reports identifying progress of live apprentices within the caseload for both internal and external use.
The Ideal Candidate Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values. Education & Training
• GCSE in English and Maths Grade A- C, 9-4 or equivalent
Experience
• Previous experience of working in an apprenticeship delivery role
• Experience of working within an employer responsive environment
• Proven track record of supporting apprentices 'at risk' or falling behind
• Experience of completing progress reviews
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised. Bradford College At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals. Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses. We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College. Benefits of working at Bradford College:
• Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
• Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
• If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search. Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.

Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values. Education & Training
• GCSE in English and Maths Grade A- C, 9-4 or equivalent
Experience
• Previous experience of working in an apprenticeship delivery role
• Experience of working within an employer responsive environment
• Proven track record of supporting apprentices 'at risk' or falling behind
• Experience of completing progress reviews
  
  At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
  
  We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
• Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
• Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
• If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.