Senior Apprenticeship Compliance Officer

Nature of the Role:       One-Year Fixed Term full-time role

Responsible to:               Head of Apprenticeship Programmes

Responsible for:             The accurate and timely completion of compliance documentation

Location:                         The role will be based at our Whitechapel site with some opportunity to work from home or from our Tottenham site'

Welcome to Ada!

We are specialist digital skills college supporting apprentices into fantastic roles in the tech sector and transforming their lives in the process. We work with over 35 of the most cutting-edge companies on the planet and have more contacting us every day because of the amazing quality of our teaching, learning and support.

We are growing rapidly with over 200 apprentices on roll at present across three higher level programmes. The Level 4 Software Developer and Data Analyst apprenticeships are further enhanced with the delivery of a foundation degree alongside. We also deliver 3 pathways on the Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship; Software engineer, Data Analyst and Tech Consultant.

Your role is integral to ensuring the compliance and audit strategy is being effectively followed and meets the requirements of external bodies. With your line manager and team, you will play a significant role in shaping the processes in place to successfully meet the deliverables of this strategy.

Purpose of the Role

We are looking for a diligent individual with a good understanding of apprenticeship compliance requirements in line with the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA).

Working alongside the Head of Apprenticeship programmes you will collate, monitor and manage the compliance documentation of our apprentices and their employers. You will have the opportunity to adapt and improve current processes to create an accurate and efficient workflow that is scalable

As well as carrying out key assurance activities, you will also work closely with other departments to feed into monthly ILR data submissions and internal & external audits and reports as required.

Key aspects of the role:

• Collate, monitor and maintain accurate compliance documentation of apprentices and employers in time for monthly ILR data submissions.
• Provide support, advice and guidance to apprentices and employers as required
• Contribute to the development of an effective audit strategy
• Manage the digital account and liaise with the data team and employers to ensure all information is accurate.
• Identify and communicate funding body requirements, and lead on the development and implementation of required changes to ensure compliance
• Proactively engage with key stakeholders to ensure issues with key business processes are understood and work in partnership with them to develop effective solutions
• Work with the data team by confirming compliance requirements to support submission of monthly data returns
• Carrying out monthly internal audits relating to different stages of the apprenticeship journey, i.e., from application stage and enrolment through to completion of the apprenticeship
• Assist  with preparation of, and support the implementation of required actions arising from  ESFA audits
• Undertake any other duties as required by the Head of Apprenticeship Programmes as may be reasonably expected with the post.

Person Specification

• Experience in carrying out compliance audits including ESFA within an FE, HE or apprenticeship environment, underpinned by a working  knowledge of government funding rules and contractual obligations
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• A self-starter, and comfortable with being largely self-managed
• Demonstrable experience of providing effective advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrable experience of data compilation, analysis, and reporting
• Relevant  A levels or equivalent qualifications
• Awareness of GDPR legislation and data protection compliance requirements
• A commitment to safeguarding legislation

Remuneration and Benefits

Salary:                           £30,000

Selection process:     Application; interview and role-related task

Holidays:                     25 days per year plus up to five closure days that usually occur at Christmas. [The college’s holiday year runs from 1 August to 31 July] 
DBS:                               All employees undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check
Pension:                        College’s Stakeholder Pension Scheme (SPS)

Variations to this Job Description

This is a description of the job as it is at present, and is current at date of issue. The job description will be reviewed and updated as necessary to ensure that appropriate revisions are incorporated, and that it relates to the job to be performed.

Sponsorship

Sadly we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who already have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom.  In accordance with the requirements of the Immigration Act 2016, if you are shortlisted for interview you will be required to produce evidence of your eligibility to work and remain in the UK.

This will involve showing:
·       A passport/national identity card confirming British or Irish Citizenship/or 
·      A document from the Home Office confirming that you are allowed to work in the UK (eg either a dependent of a sponsored worker or an ancestry visa).

Safeguarding  

Ada, the National College for Digital Skill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and references will be sought from previous employers prior to commencing employment. Other related pre-employment checks appropriate to the post will also be carried out.

 Applicants with disabilities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please contact our HR Manager by email.

Equal opportunities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College’s commitment to equality and diversity:

·       To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity;

·    To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community;

·      To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction;

·        To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation;

·      To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

Closing date:  11.00 on 04 January 2022

Please note we will review applications as they are received and reserve the right to remove the advert should an excellent candidate be identified before the closing date so early applications are recommended.

Thank you for your interest in Ada. National College for Digital Skills.

Please apply via the link