Job Description

Operations Manager

National / Hybrid position

Are you an experienced manager or leader looking for a new direction? Ready to share your expertise and support the next generation of supervisors and operational managers?
This is your opportunity to transition from the day-to-day pressures of team leadership into a rewarding coaching role that makes a lasting impact.

About the Role:

As a Management Skills Coach, you'll support apprentices on the Team Leader Level 3 and Operations Manager Level 5 programmes, helping them grow into confident, capable leaders.

You'll:

Deliver inspiring one-to-one coaching sessions and engaging group workshops

Guide apprentices through their development journey, from induction to End Point Assessment

Use your real-world leadership experience to contextualise learning and bring theory to life

Support learners with portfolio development, goal setting, and career progression

What You'll Bring:

Strong background in people management or operational leadership--Level 5 qualification or equivalent experience preferred

Passion for developing others and a commitment to high standards

Excellent communication, mentoring and feedback skills

Confidence to facilitate learning both remotely and face-to-face
(Teaching or assessing experience is a plus, but if you're new to education, we'll provide full training.)

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful difference in people's leadership journeys

Enjoy a role with purpose, flexibility and variety

Be part of a growing, supportive team that values your industry expertise

Full training and ongoing professional development included

This isn't just a job change - it's your opportunity to reframe your career and give back to your profession.

About the Role (in detail):

At SR Apprenticeships, we're proud to work with over 130 forward-thinking employers across the UK, supporting their workforce development. As part of our growing Apprenticeship Delivery team, your role as a Management Tutor will include:

Managing a caseload of Level 3 and Level 5 apprentices, helping them achieve their qualifications and professional goals

Delivering structured learning through a mix of virtual workshops and in-person sessions

Conducting 12-weekly reviews with learners and their line managers

Supporting apprentices to build strong portfolios and prepare for End Point Assessments

Addressing barriers to learning and providing tailored advice, guidance and encouragement

Upholding best practice in Safeguarding, Prevent, EDI and Health & Safety

This is a

hybrid role

, with remote working and occasional travel to meet learners or attend team events.

What We Offer:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional birthday day off

3% employer pension contribution

Health cash plan and wellbeing support

Employee discount schemes

Appreciation gifts and referral programme

Option to buy up to 3 additional leave days

Work-from-home flexibility and great work-life balance

What We're Looking For:

A relevant management qualification at Level 5 or equivalent occupational experience

Assessor Qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1 etc.) - or willingness to work towards

Teaching qualification (PTLLS or above) desirable but not essential

Experience working in a management or supervisory role

Full UK driving licence and access to a car essential

About SR Apprenticeships

We are a national apprenticeship provider, recognised by Ofsted as a Grade 2 'Good' provider, and we are committed to high-quality, learner-focused delivery. We value the wellbeing of our learners and our team, with a strong focus on safeguarding, equality, and continuous improvement.

If you're ready to step into a fulfilling new phase of your career and support others to become successful, confident leaders - we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: All successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check and employment eligibility verification. We request proof of qualifications and the right to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 26,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham NG4 2DW