Homebased with Hybrid working across Midlands / Worcester Region
£43,000 – £48,000
We are looking for an experienced Technical IT Skills Coach to support, teach and coach apprentices on Level 4 Software Developer Apprenticeships. You will design and deliver training programs and guide learners toward industry certifications while maintaining compliance through detailed documentation.
Software Developer Skills Coach: About the Role
- Coach and mentor learners, monitoring progress and providing constructive feedback.
- Conduct tripartite coaching sessions with learners and employers to align learning plans with workplace needs.
- Assess and document learner progress in both skills and knowledge using various methods.
- Ensure high learner retention and timely completion of apprenticeship programs.
- Provide additional learning support and action plans where necessary.
- Design and deliver engaging classroom and blended learning (via Totara, Moodle, Mahara).
- Teach towards industry certifications and end-point assessments.
- Develop training aligned with relevant apprenticeship standards and employer needs.
- Build and maintain strong employer relationships, supporting workforce development.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry regulations (ISO9001, Cyber Essentials).
- Accurately document learning journeys and employer interactions.
Software Developer Skills Coach: About you
- Degree (or equivalent) in IT, digital, or related technical field.
- Industry experience in tech and digital roles.
- Passion for continuous learning and emerging technologies (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, GitHub Copilot).
- Strong coaching, teaching, and engagement skills.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and project management abilities.
- Ability to work flexibly across varied training programs and platforms.
- Level 2+ English & Maths (GCSE C/4 or higher)
- Experience and knowledge of the apprenticeship sector.
- Instructional design / VLE skills.
- Full driving licence and willingness to travel when required (expenses covered).
Software Developer Skills Coach: About the company
- Ofsted Grade 2 (with elements of outstanding including: Quality of Education across Degree Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships and Adult Learning)
- Specialising across the Digital and Technical IT Sector – from beginners to degree level learners
- Dedicated to enhancing workforce productivity and address regional and national skills gaps
- Working from home/hybrid and flexible working
- 24 days holiday per year + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
- Your birthday off!!
- An individual learning plan to help you toward your developmental and career goals
For more information contact Natasha – natasha@gazellerecruitment.co.uk / 07305158032
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: West Midlands Worcestershire