Software Developer Skills Coach. Job in Birmingham Education & Training Jobs

Software Developer Skills Coach

Job in Birmingham Education & Training Jobs

• Sector: Assessor / Skills Coach, Support / IAG

Homebased with Hybrid working across Midlands / Worcester Region
£43,000 – £48,000 (depending on experience & qualifications)

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.

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.

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).

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.

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