Apprenticeship Training Coordinator

Fordandslaterspalding; Norwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent DAF Truck dealership in Leicester is seeking an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator to join the team. The role involves providing comprehensive administrative support for the Apprentice Programme, coordinating apprenticeship activities and marketing initiatives, and managing day-to-day tasks. Ideal candidates will have experience as a Coordinator/Administrator, strong IT and organizational skills, and a people-oriented approach. The position is a full-time opportunity with an annual salary up to £25,000 depending on experience, alongside various benefits including holiday and training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual salary up to £25,000

22 days holiday (rising to 25 days)

Employee Assistance Programme

Career progression opportunities

Pension

Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Coordinator/Administrator in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident in dealing with individuals and businesses at all levels.
• Competent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Mental Health First Aid trained or willing to undertake training.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Apprentice Programme.
• Support planning and delivery of apprenticeship activities.
• Coordinate marketing initiatives for the Apprentice Programme.
• Manage correspondence, data entry, and document creation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

IT skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint

People management skills

Job description

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING COORDINATOR

Ford and Slater are one of the UK’s largest DAF Truck dealer groups, with 17 locations from Norwich to Birtley in the North East, employing over 900 staff, whilst remaining a family‑run business. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator to join the fantastic team at our DAF Trucks dealership in Leicester.

As an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator, we can offer you:

• An annual salary of up to £25,000 (depending on experience)
• DAF Academy Training Coordinator training
• 22 days holiday (plus statutory), rising to 25 days (plus statutory) after 5 years’ service
• Employee of the Month competition
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

The Apprenticeship Training Coordinator responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Providing comprehensive administrative support for the Apprentice Programme, working closely with the Group Apprenticeship Manager, training providers, and DAF Trucks to ensure all training records are accurate and up to date.
• Supporting the planning, promotion, and delivery of key apprenticeship activities and events, including recruitment campaigns, induction days, and graduation ceremonies.
• Assisting with the coordination of marketing initiatives to promote the Apprentice Programme, contributing to recruitment efforts and wider awareness campaigns.
• Managing day‑to‑day administrative tasks such as correspondence, data entry, document creation, diary management, meeting scheduling, minute‑taking, and the preparation of reports, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Who are we looking for as an Apprenticeship Training Coordinator:

• Previous experience working as a Coordinator/Administrator in a fast‑paced environment.
• A confident people person, happy dealing with individuals, organisations, and businesses at all levels.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and administration skills.
• Competent in the use of IT systems, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Mental Health First Aid trained, or experience supporting staff/apprentices with mental health and wellbeing matters (or a willingness to undertake training).
• Happy to travel on an ad hoc basis to events, with occasional overnight stays.
• Full UK driving licence.

Working hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (potentially some flexibility).

Apply today to start your Apprenticeship Training Coordinator journey with Ford & Slater.

No agencies please. It is not always possible to respond individually to every applicant, so if you haven’t received a reply within 21 days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

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