Apprentice Skills Coach

On the 1 August 2026, the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent formed a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South-East (LASE) University Group.

Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Greenwich academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities.

Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

This post will be an integral part of the Faculty of Education, Health and Human Sciences (FEHHS). The faculty, currently one of four faculties within the University of Greenwich is the only faculty with a student presence across all three of the University of Greenwich campus, the Medway campus in Chatham Maritime, the Greenwich campus in Greenwich, London and the Avery Hill Campus in Eltham, London. The Faculty prides itself on the professional programmes the students study which include apprenticeships in Nursing, Nursing Associate, Speech and Language Therapy, Operating Department Practitioner, Physiotherapy and Early Years Teacher to name a few.

We are seeking an experienced skills coach to join the FEHHS professional services team in working proactively, methodically, and self-organised who will meet with the apprentices, their employers, other university stakeholders to ensure a positive learners journey and assist in making the University of Greenwich the first choice for apprentices in London and South East England. The role will include working closely with the academic team, assisting with inductions, end point assessment preparation, 12 week reviews, general compliance monitoring and acting as student support assisting the apprentice with any support needs that may arise whilst on their studies to maximise retention and completion rates. You will act as point of liaison with central university departments for your allocated programmes and work within a small team supporting all of the FEHHS apprentices to timely completion of their programmes.  

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Neil Barnes on [email removed] 

Should you have any queries please contact the People Directorate Team on [email removed] 

Further details of the fantastic benefits and what we offer can be found here: Our benefits - what we offer | Jobs and careers | University of Greenwich and information on the university’s working principles: Working Principles and Guidelines | Documents | University of Greenwich

To apply, please visit the University of Greenwich vacancies page and complete all details, including the supporting statements (please note attached CVs and personal statements will not be seen by the recruitment panel at the application stage): Current Vacancies - Jobs at Greenwich 

Employment Visa: Under the UK Government Points Based System scheme this does not meet the criteria to be sponsored for a Skilled Worker Route application. 

We are looking for people who can help us deliver our mission of transforming lives through inspired teaching and research, through our values.

Academic Career Pathways

We are committed to building a strong, diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from [protected characteristic(s)], who are currently under-represented within the University of Greenwich at these levels/within these areas.

We do this through taking positive action such as encouraging applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, care leavers, disabled and LGBT+ people. As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Time to Change Employer Pledge/Mentally Healthy Universities, we are committed to promoting and supporting the physical and mental health of all our staff, and removing barriers to improve inclusion. 

We encourage applicants to disclose experience of mental health problems so we can support them fully during our recruitment process and make any necessary reasonable adjustments. Any information disclosed will be kept confidential and separate from the job application form. 

We are making significant strides to understand and continuously improve our employees’ experience and we are committed to implementing progressive diversity talent management.

Closing Date: 04 Nov 2026

Department/Division: Professional Services

Salary: £39,560 to £45,641