Business Development Manager Location: West Midlands (Birmingham, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, and Worcester) Salary: £40,000 £48,000 Contract: Fixed-Term (12 Months) Are you an experienced Business Development Manager, Bid Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, or Partnerships Manager with a proven track record in the Employability and Skills sector? Do you have experience securing new contracts, building strategic partnerships, and driving growth across Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-led organisation where your commercial expertise will directly contribute to expanding employability services, securing new opportunities, and improving outcomes for individuals, employers, and communities across the West Midlands. About the Organisation Our client is a respected and growing organisation operating within the Employability, Skills, Welfare to Work, and Workforce Development sector. They work in partnership with employers, commissioners, local authorities, and public sector organisations to deliver high-quality programmes that support people into sustainable employment and career progression. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and social impact, the organisation offers a supportive environment where employees are empowered to take ownership, influence strategy, and contribute to long-term growth. Benefits Competitive salary of £40,000 £48,000 Fixed-term opportunity with a respected organisation Opportunity to shape regional growth strategy Collaborative and supportive leadership team Autonomy to develop and manage your own pipeline Career development within the Employability and Skills sector The Role As Business Development Manager, you will lead business growth across the West Midlands by identifying new opportunities, securing contracts, and developing strategic partnerships across the Employability, Welfare to Work, Apprenticeships, and Skills landscape. Working closely with internal stakeholders, commissioners, employers, and funding bodies, you'll develop innovative growth strategies while ensuring opportunities align with organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a regional business development strategy Identify and secure new contracts and funding opportunities Build strong relationships with employers, commissioners, and local authorities Lead bid writing, tender submissions, and proposal development Identify opportunities across Restart, Welfare to Work, Skills, and Apprenticeship programmes Collaborate with delivery teams to support successful programme mobilisation Monitor funding opportunities, policy changes, and market developments Manage a pipeline of business opportunities and strategic partnerships Represent the organisation at networking events and stakeholder meetings Contribute to long-term commercial growth and business planning The Ideal Candidate We're looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Partnerships Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager with experience within the Employability, Skills, Apprenticeships, Welfare to Work, or Further Education sector. You'll ideally have Proven business development experience within Employability or Skills Experience securing contracts, funding, or commercial opportunities Knowledge of Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes Strong understanding of DWP, ESFA, Adult Skills Fund (ASF), and funded provision Experience developing partnerships with employers, commissioners, and public sector organisations Strong bid writing, tender management, and proposal development skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Commercial awareness with a proven ability to achieve growth targets Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager looking to make a real impact within the Employability and Skills sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll help secure new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and support the delivery of programmes that transform lives across the West Midlands.
14/08/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Location: West Midlands (Birmingham, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, and Worcester) Salary: £40,000 £48,000 Contract: Fixed-Term (12 Months) Are you an experienced Business Development Manager, Bid Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, or Partnerships Manager with a proven track record in the Employability and Skills sector? Do you have experience securing new contracts, building strategic partnerships, and driving growth across Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-led organisation where your commercial expertise will directly contribute to expanding employability services, securing new opportunities, and improving outcomes for individuals, employers, and communities across the West Midlands. About the Organisation Our client is a respected and growing organisation operating within the Employability, Skills, Welfare to Work, and Workforce Development sector. They work in partnership with employers, commissioners, local authorities, and public sector organisations to deliver high-quality programmes that support people into sustainable employment and career progression. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and social impact, the organisation offers a supportive environment where employees are empowered to take ownership, influence strategy, and contribute to long-term growth. Benefits Competitive salary of £40,000 £48,000 Fixed-term opportunity with a respected organisation Opportunity to shape regional growth strategy Collaborative and supportive leadership team Autonomy to develop and manage your own pipeline Career development within the Employability and Skills sector The Role As Business Development Manager, you will lead business growth across the West Midlands by identifying new opportunities, securing contracts, and developing strategic partnerships across the Employability, Welfare to Work, Apprenticeships, and Skills landscape. Working closely with internal stakeholders, commissioners, employers, and funding bodies, you'll develop innovative growth strategies while ensuring opportunities align with organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a regional business development strategy Identify and secure new contracts and funding opportunities Build strong relationships with employers, commissioners, and local authorities Lead bid writing, tender submissions, and proposal development Identify opportunities across Restart, Welfare to Work, Skills, and Apprenticeship programmes Collaborate with delivery teams to support successful programme mobilisation Monitor funding opportunities, policy changes, and market developments Manage a pipeline of business opportunities and strategic partnerships Represent the organisation at networking events and stakeholder meetings Contribute to long-term commercial growth and business planning The Ideal Candidate We're looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Partnerships Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager with experience within the Employability, Skills, Apprenticeships, Welfare to Work, or Further Education sector. You'll ideally have Proven business development experience within Employability or Skills Experience securing contracts, funding, or commercial opportunities Knowledge of Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes Strong understanding of DWP, ESFA, Adult Skills Fund (ASF), and funded provision Experience developing partnerships with employers, commissioners, and public sector organisations Strong bid writing, tender management, and proposal development skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Commercial awareness with a proven ability to achieve growth targets Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager looking to make a real impact within the Employability and Skills sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll help secure new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and support the delivery of programmes that transform lives across the West Midlands.
Business Development Manager Location: West Midlands (Birmingham, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, and Worcester) Salary: £40,000 £48,000 Contract: Fixed-Term (12 Months) Are you an experienced Business Development Manager, Bid Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, or Partnerships Manager with a proven track record in the Employability and Skills sector? Do you have experience securing new contracts, building strategic partnerships, and driving growth across Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-led organisation where your commercial expertise will directly contribute to expanding employability services, securing new opportunities, and improving outcomes for individuals, employers, and communities across the West Midlands. About the Organisation Our client is a respected and growing organisation operating within the Employability, Skills, Welfare to Work, and Workforce Development sector. They work in partnership with employers, commissioners, local authorities, and public sector organisations to deliver high-quality programmes that support people into sustainable employment and career progression. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and social impact, the organisation offers a supportive environment where employees are empowered to take ownership, influence strategy, and contribute to long-term growth. Benefits Competitive salary of £40,000 £48,000 Fixed-term opportunity with a respected organisation Opportunity to shape regional growth strategy Collaborative and supportive leadership team Autonomy to develop and manage your own pipeline Career development within the Employability and Skills sector The Role As Business Development Manager, you will lead business growth across the West Midlands by identifying new opportunities, securing contracts, and developing strategic partnerships across the Employability, Welfare to Work, Apprenticeships, and Skills landscape. Working closely with internal stakeholders, commissioners, employers, and funding bodies, you'll develop innovative growth strategies while ensuring opportunities align with organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a regional business development strategy Identify and secure new contracts and funding opportunities Build strong relationships with employers, commissioners, and local authorities Lead bid writing, tender submissions, and proposal development Identify opportunities across Restart, Welfare to Work, Skills, and Apprenticeship programmes Collaborate with delivery teams to support successful programme mobilisation Monitor funding opportunities, policy changes, and market developments Manage a pipeline of business opportunities and strategic partnerships Represent the organisation at networking events and stakeholder meetings Contribute to long-term commercial growth and business planning The Ideal Candidate We're looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Partnerships Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager with experience within the Employability, Skills, Apprenticeships, Welfare to Work, or Further Education sector. You'll ideally have Proven business development experience within Employability or Skills Experience securing contracts, funding, or commercial opportunities Knowledge of Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes Strong understanding of DWP, ESFA, Adult Skills Fund (ASF), and funded provision Experience developing partnerships with employers, commissioners, and public sector organisations Strong bid writing, tender management, and proposal development skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Commercial awareness with a proven ability to achieve growth targets Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager looking to make a real impact within the Employability and Skills sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll help secure new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and support the delivery of programmes that transform lives across the West Midlands.
14/08/2026
Full time
Business Development Manager Location: West Midlands (Birmingham, Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, and Worcester) Salary: £40,000 £48,000 Contract: Fixed-Term (12 Months) Are you an experienced Business Development Manager, Bid Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, or Partnerships Manager with a proven track record in the Employability and Skills sector? Do you have experience securing new contracts, building strategic partnerships, and driving growth across Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-led organisation where your commercial expertise will directly contribute to expanding employability services, securing new opportunities, and improving outcomes for individuals, employers, and communities across the West Midlands. About the Organisation Our client is a respected and growing organisation operating within the Employability, Skills, Welfare to Work, and Workforce Development sector. They work in partnership with employers, commissioners, local authorities, and public sector organisations to deliver high-quality programmes that support people into sustainable employment and career progression. With a strong reputation for innovation, collaboration, and social impact, the organisation offers a supportive environment where employees are empowered to take ownership, influence strategy, and contribute to long-term growth. Benefits Competitive salary of £40,000 £48,000 Fixed-term opportunity with a respected organisation Opportunity to shape regional growth strategy Collaborative and supportive leadership team Autonomy to develop and manage your own pipeline Career development within the Employability and Skills sector The Role As Business Development Manager, you will lead business growth across the West Midlands by identifying new opportunities, securing contracts, and developing strategic partnerships across the Employability, Welfare to Work, Apprenticeships, and Skills landscape. Working closely with internal stakeholders, commissioners, employers, and funding bodies, you'll develop innovative growth strategies while ensuring opportunities align with organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver a regional business development strategy Identify and secure new contracts and funding opportunities Build strong relationships with employers, commissioners, and local authorities Lead bid writing, tender submissions, and proposal development Identify opportunities across Restart, Welfare to Work, Skills, and Apprenticeship programmes Collaborate with delivery teams to support successful programme mobilisation Monitor funding opportunities, policy changes, and market developments Manage a pipeline of business opportunities and strategic partnerships Represent the organisation at networking events and stakeholder meetings Contribute to long-term commercial growth and business planning The Ideal Candidate We're looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Partnerships Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager with experience within the Employability, Skills, Apprenticeships, Welfare to Work, or Further Education sector. You'll ideally have Proven business development experience within Employability or Skills Experience securing contracts, funding, or commercial opportunities Knowledge of Restart, Welfare to Work (W2W), Apprenticeships, and Skills programmes Strong understanding of DWP, ESFA, Adult Skills Fund (ASF), and funded provision Experience developing partnerships with employers, commissioners, and public sector organisations Strong bid writing, tender management, and proposal development skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Commercial awareness with a proven ability to achieve growth targets Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Partnerships Manager, Employer Engagement Manager, Bid Manager, or Commercial Manager looking to make a real impact within the Employability and Skills sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll help secure new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and support the delivery of programmes that transform lives across the West Midlands.
Apprenticeships Business Development Manager (Childcare & Young Adults) Location: Remote Salary: £30,000 £40,000 Contract: Full-time Permanent Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for Apprenticeships, Childcare, and Workforce Development? Do you thrive on building long-term employer partnerships and helping organisations develop their teams through high-quality apprenticeship programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing training provider where you'll play a pivotal role in expanding apprenticeship provision across Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult Services. If you're commercially driven and passionate about creating opportunities for learners and employers, this could be the perfect next step in your career. About the Company Our client is an established and expanding training provider specialising in Apprenticeships, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Skills Development within the Childcare and Care sectors. Working in partnership with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation services, and organisations supporting young adults, they deliver high-quality apprenticeship programmes that develop workforce capability, improve learner outcomes, and support long-term business success. With a strong reputation for quality, employer engagement, and learner achievement, they offer a collaborative culture where innovation is encouraged, performance is recognised, and career progression is genuinely supported. The Role As the Apprenticeships Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for driving new business growth by developing employer partnerships and promoting apprenticeship solutions across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Working consultatively with employers, you'll identify workforce development opportunities, provide guidance on apprenticeship funding, and manage the full employer journey from initial engagement through to successful learner enrolment. Key Responsibilities Generate new business opportunities across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation providers, and employers. Promote apprenticeship programmes as workforce development solutions. Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to employer onboarding. Conduct employer consultations to identify recruitment, skills, and training needs. Provide advice on apprenticeship funding, levy opportunities, and government-funded training programmes. Develop and maintain a healthy employer pipeline using CRM systems. Work closely with learner engagement and delivery teams to ensure a seamless employer and learner journey. Achieve apprenticeship starts, revenue, and business development targets. Maintain strong knowledge of apprenticeship reforms, funding rules, and sector developments. Represent the organisation at networking events, employer meetings, and industry forums. Build long-term employer partnerships that drive repeat business and sustainable growth. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for a commercially driven Business Development professional with experience within the Apprenticeships, Employability, or Skills sector and a strong understanding of the Childcare industry. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in Business Development, Employer Engagement, Apprenticeship Sales, or Account Management. Strong knowledge of Apprenticeships, apprenticeship funding, and workforce development. Experience working with Childcare, Residential Childcare, Supported Accommodation, or Young Adult services. A successful track record of generating new employer partnerships and achieving sales targets. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience managing CRM systems and business development pipelines. A consultative approach with the ability to identify employer training needs and recommend suitable apprenticeship solutions. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities effectively. A passion for education, skills development, and improving learner outcomes. Benefits Competitive salary of £30,000 £40,000. Fully remote working. Professional development and ongoing training opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Career progression within a growing Apprenticeships and Skills provider. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the Childcare and Education sectors. Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Consultant, Apprenticeship Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, or Employer Partnerships Manager looking to progress your career within the Apprenticeships, Employability, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Childcare sectors, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help employers develop skilled workforces while creating life-changing apprenticeship opportunities for learners across the Childcare and Young Adult sectors.
13/08/2026
Full time
Apprenticeships Business Development Manager (Childcare & Young Adults) Location: Remote Salary: £30,000 £40,000 Contract: Full-time Permanent Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for Apprenticeships, Childcare, and Workforce Development? Do you thrive on building long-term employer partnerships and helping organisations develop their teams through high-quality apprenticeship programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing training provider where you'll play a pivotal role in expanding apprenticeship provision across Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult Services. If you're commercially driven and passionate about creating opportunities for learners and employers, this could be the perfect next step in your career. About the Company Our client is an established and expanding training provider specialising in Apprenticeships, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Skills Development within the Childcare and Care sectors. Working in partnership with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation services, and organisations supporting young adults, they deliver high-quality apprenticeship programmes that develop workforce capability, improve learner outcomes, and support long-term business success. With a strong reputation for quality, employer engagement, and learner achievement, they offer a collaborative culture where innovation is encouraged, performance is recognised, and career progression is genuinely supported. The Role As the Apprenticeships Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for driving new business growth by developing employer partnerships and promoting apprenticeship solutions across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Working consultatively with employers, you'll identify workforce development opportunities, provide guidance on apprenticeship funding, and manage the full employer journey from initial engagement through to successful learner enrolment. Key Responsibilities Generate new business opportunities across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation providers, and employers. Promote apprenticeship programmes as workforce development solutions. Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to employer onboarding. Conduct employer consultations to identify recruitment, skills, and training needs. Provide advice on apprenticeship funding, levy opportunities, and government-funded training programmes. Develop and maintain a healthy employer pipeline using CRM systems. Work closely with learner engagement and delivery teams to ensure a seamless employer and learner journey. Achieve apprenticeship starts, revenue, and business development targets. Maintain strong knowledge of apprenticeship reforms, funding rules, and sector developments. Represent the organisation at networking events, employer meetings, and industry forums. Build long-term employer partnerships that drive repeat business and sustainable growth. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for a commercially driven Business Development professional with experience within the Apprenticeships, Employability, or Skills sector and a strong understanding of the Childcare industry. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in Business Development, Employer Engagement, Apprenticeship Sales, or Account Management. Strong knowledge of Apprenticeships, apprenticeship funding, and workforce development. Experience working with Childcare, Residential Childcare, Supported Accommodation, or Young Adult services. A successful track record of generating new employer partnerships and achieving sales targets. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience managing CRM systems and business development pipelines. A consultative approach with the ability to identify employer training needs and recommend suitable apprenticeship solutions. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities effectively. A passion for education, skills development, and improving learner outcomes. Benefits Competitive salary of £30,000 £40,000. Fully remote working. Professional development and ongoing training opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Career progression within a growing Apprenticeships and Skills provider. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the Childcare and Education sectors. Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Consultant, Apprenticeship Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, or Employer Partnerships Manager looking to progress your career within the Apprenticeships, Employability, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Childcare sectors, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help employers develop skilled workforces while creating life-changing apprenticeship opportunities for learners across the Childcare and Young Adult sectors.
Apprenticeships Business Development Manager (Childcare & Young Adults) Location: Remote Salary: £30,000 £40,000 Contract: Full-time Permanent Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for Apprenticeships, Childcare, and Workforce Development? Do you thrive on building long-term employer partnerships and helping organisations develop their teams through high-quality apprenticeship programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing training provider where you'll play a pivotal role in expanding apprenticeship provision across Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult Services. If you're commercially driven and passionate about creating opportunities for learners and employers, this could be the perfect next step in your career. About the Company Our client is an established and expanding training provider specialising in Apprenticeships, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Skills Development within the Childcare and Care sectors. Working in partnership with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation services, and organisations supporting young adults, they deliver high-quality apprenticeship programmes that develop workforce capability, improve learner outcomes, and support long-term business success. With a strong reputation for quality, employer engagement, and learner achievement, they offer a collaborative culture where innovation is encouraged, performance is recognised, and career progression is genuinely supported. The Role As the Apprenticeships Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for driving new business growth by developing employer partnerships and promoting apprenticeship solutions across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Working consultatively with employers, you'll identify workforce development opportunities, provide guidance on apprenticeship funding, and manage the full employer journey from initial engagement through to successful learner enrolment. Key Responsibilities Generate new business opportunities across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation providers, and employers. Promote apprenticeship programmes as workforce development solutions. Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to employer onboarding. Conduct employer consultations to identify recruitment, skills, and training needs. Provide advice on apprenticeship funding, levy opportunities, and government-funded training programmes. Develop and maintain a healthy employer pipeline using CRM systems. Work closely with learner engagement and delivery teams to ensure a seamless employer and learner journey. Achieve apprenticeship starts, revenue, and business development targets. Maintain strong knowledge of apprenticeship reforms, funding rules, and sector developments. Represent the organisation at networking events, employer meetings, and industry forums. Build long-term employer partnerships that drive repeat business and sustainable growth. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for a commercially driven Business Development professional with experience within the Apprenticeships, Employability, or Skills sector and a strong understanding of the Childcare industry. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in Business Development, Employer Engagement, Apprenticeship Sales, or Account Management. Strong knowledge of Apprenticeships, apprenticeship funding, and workforce development. Experience working with Childcare, Residential Childcare, Supported Accommodation, or Young Adult services. A successful track record of generating new employer partnerships and achieving sales targets. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience managing CRM systems and business development pipelines. A consultative approach with the ability to identify employer training needs and recommend suitable apprenticeship solutions. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities effectively. A passion for education, skills development, and improving learner outcomes. Benefits Competitive salary of £30,000 £40,000. Fully remote working. Professional development and ongoing training opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Career progression within a growing Apprenticeships and Skills provider. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the Childcare and Education sectors. Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Consultant, Apprenticeship Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, or Employer Partnerships Manager looking to progress your career within the Apprenticeships, Employability, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Childcare sectors, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help employers develop skilled workforces while creating life-changing apprenticeship opportunities for learners across the Childcare and Young Adult sectors.
13/08/2026
Full time
Apprenticeships Business Development Manager (Childcare & Young Adults) Location: Remote Salary: £30,000 £40,000 Contract: Full-time Permanent Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with a passion for Apprenticeships, Childcare, and Workforce Development? Do you thrive on building long-term employer partnerships and helping organisations develop their teams through high-quality apprenticeship programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing training provider where you'll play a pivotal role in expanding apprenticeship provision across Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult Services. If you're commercially driven and passionate about creating opportunities for learners and employers, this could be the perfect next step in your career. About the Company Our client is an established and expanding training provider specialising in Apprenticeships, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Skills Development within the Childcare and Care sectors. Working in partnership with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation services, and organisations supporting young adults, they deliver high-quality apprenticeship programmes that develop workforce capability, improve learner outcomes, and support long-term business success. With a strong reputation for quality, employer engagement, and learner achievement, they offer a collaborative culture where innovation is encouraged, performance is recognised, and career progression is genuinely supported. The Role As the Apprenticeships Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for driving new business growth by developing employer partnerships and promoting apprenticeship solutions across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Working consultatively with employers, you'll identify workforce development opportunities, provide guidance on apprenticeship funding, and manage the full employer journey from initial engagement through to successful learner enrolment. Key Responsibilities Generate new business opportunities across the Childcare, Residential Childcare, and Young Adult sectors. Build and maintain strong relationships with nurseries, residential childcare providers, supported accommodation providers, and employers. Promote apprenticeship programmes as workforce development solutions. Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to employer onboarding. Conduct employer consultations to identify recruitment, skills, and training needs. Provide advice on apprenticeship funding, levy opportunities, and government-funded training programmes. Develop and maintain a healthy employer pipeline using CRM systems. Work closely with learner engagement and delivery teams to ensure a seamless employer and learner journey. Achieve apprenticeship starts, revenue, and business development targets. Maintain strong knowledge of apprenticeship reforms, funding rules, and sector developments. Represent the organisation at networking events, employer meetings, and industry forums. Build long-term employer partnerships that drive repeat business and sustainable growth. The Ideal Candidate We're looking for a commercially driven Business Development professional with experience within the Apprenticeships, Employability, or Skills sector and a strong understanding of the Childcare industry. You'll ideally have: Proven experience in Business Development, Employer Engagement, Apprenticeship Sales, or Account Management. Strong knowledge of Apprenticeships, apprenticeship funding, and workforce development. Experience working with Childcare, Residential Childcare, Supported Accommodation, or Young Adult services. A successful track record of generating new employer partnerships and achieving sales targets. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. Experience managing CRM systems and business development pipelines. A consultative approach with the ability to identify employer training needs and recommend suitable apprenticeship solutions. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities effectively. A passion for education, skills development, and improving learner outcomes. Benefits Competitive salary of £30,000 £40,000. Fully remote working. Professional development and ongoing training opportunities. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Career progression within a growing Apprenticeships and Skills provider. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the Childcare and Education sectors. Apply Now If you're an experienced Business Development Manager, Employer Engagement Consultant, Apprenticeship Sales Executive, Business Development Executive, Account Manager, or Employer Partnerships Manager looking to progress your career within the Apprenticeships, Employability, Further Education, Work-Based Learning, and Childcare sectors, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help employers develop skilled workforces while creating life-changing apprenticeship opportunities for learners across the Childcare and Young Adult sectors.
