Job Introduction

What does it take to become a leading health and social care organisation in the UK? It takes people who can turn lives around every day – providing encouragement, delivering innovative services and generally improving life for individuals with a learning disability or those affected by drug and alcohol misuse or mental health problems. But it’s not just our front–line teams that make a difference. So do the dedicated professionals who work behind the scenes to support the vital work we do? And that’s where you can come in.

A unique opportunity has arisen to join Turning Point as an Apprenticeship and Professional Development Lead.

The role is based in Manchester City Centre on a hybrid basis. 

Role Responsibility

You will be supporting and leading on governance around apprenticeships and will be the key contact for all apprenticeships and qualifications for stakeholders, colleagues and providers. You will be developing pilots of apprenticeships in key areas depending on organisational needs and will be promoting engagement events to motivate and develop colleagues.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• mapping of apprenticeships to job pathways
• funding opportunities with T levels and placements to support Turning Point
• working with under-represented groups into senior / key roles with support of the apprenticeships or qualifications
• leading on the Exploring Apprenticeships Scheme
• maintaining apprenticeships and qualification database including data analytics from multiple providers and developing activities in key areas from the data

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have L3 L&D / HR Practitioner qualification or equivalent.

You will also have a working knowledge and good understanding of apprenticeship levy and the institute of apprenticeships.

We are looking for candidates with good analytical skills and knowledge around data who are familiar with MS office products.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate others is necessary.

We are looking for someone who continuously seeks out improvements that deliver long term business benefits and looks for opportunities to transform function or process areas to improve company performance.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 31 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closing date. 

Turning Point