About Us
Calex specialise in the design, development, and delivery of innovative learning programmes, predominantly within the automotive retail industry, including management, technical, aftersales and apprentice training. More recently we have begun working with forward-thinking companies within the logistics, food & beverage, and pensions sectors to enhance their training proposition via the implementation of Virtual Learning Environments, Live Broadcasting and Social Learning Platforms.
Our Corporate Vision is to ‘Deliver inspirational, technology rich, fully integrated and personalised learning programmes that deliver beyond expectation’ and we work in close partnership with our clients to identify and implement innovative and effective learning solutions.
To learn more about Calex, please visit our website at www.calexuk.com
We are currently seeking to recruit a new Automotive Technical Apprenticeship Development Coach to join our Mazda manufacturer apprenticeship programme covering the South of England.
The Mazda Apprenticeship Programme is responsible for the development of apprentices across retailer networks in the UK. Apprentices are undertaking a Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair and Autocare Technician Apprenticeships at Level 2 and 3.
Key Responsibilities
The Technical Apprenticeship Development Coaches are responsible for undertaking regular development, coaching and review visits, conducted in the apprentice’s dealership location, and via online meetings.
They will manage, and track progress against agreed targets, progression planning, learning evidence management (eg. the collection of job cards, e-Learning progress, coaching to develop wider knowledge and skills and functional skills progression), timely achievement and the ongoing health, safety, and wellbeing of apprentices; ensuring that at all times visits follow a defined visit process, compliant with ESFA and Ofsted requirements.
About You
You enjoy playing an active and supporting role in the development of apprentices. You take ownership of your work, and are motivated by the prospect of helping others succeed. You have an organised approach, and excellent communication and coaching skills.
The successful candidate should have experience in a similar role and/or a background in automotive technical areas. You will use your knowledge and skills to help coach and develop the apprentices through to their programme and final EPA assessments.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
- Automotive technical workshop experience, at level 3 or equivalent
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills with ability to Influence, challenge, negotiate and to manage conflict and difficult situations
- Understand Management Information Systems to be able to demonstrate and monitor progression towards achievement targets
- MS office skills, and able to use technology such as laptops and tablets
- Knowledge and experience in learner safeguarding and wellbeing
- Experience in being responsible for own workload, diary management and working independently to tight schedules
- Maths and English qualification Level 2
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable:
- Experience in a similar role as a Regional Coach, or Apprentice Assessor
- Automotive technical electric and hybrid vehicle qualification and practical experience
- Working knowledge/experience of Apprenticeship programmes and the requirements and related inspection framework
- Assessment, training or teaching qualification or a willingness to undertake a qualification (Teaching, training & assessing learning L3)
Our Calex Core Values
We are looking for an individual who aligns with our company core values:
- Caring & Supportive
- Open & Honest
- Welcoming & Inclusive
- Collaborative & Inspiring
- Enjoyable & Rewarding
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Accountable & Reliable
- Healthy & Sustainable
To apply, please provide a full and up to date copy of your CV together with a covering letter detailing the skills that make you suitable for this role.
Salary & Benefits: Up to £39,000 dependant on experience. Options for Mazda Personal Lease Car. 25 Days Annual Leave, Calex Employee Benefits Packages (Inc Private GP and Healthcare Services, High Street Discounts, Discounted Gym Memberships and on Demand 24 Hour Wellbeing Service (Counselling and Advice), Life Assurance, Pension, optional private Healthcare cover.
Contract: Permanent / Full Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday / 40 hours per week
Place of Work: This is a regional role. Candidates will cover an agreed caseload of apprentices. Travel to dealers/retailers across the South of England will be a key aspect of this role. Some overnight stays may be required. Days may not start or finish at regular times and flexibility is essential. Occasional visits to manufacturer training academy in Bedfordshire will be necessary.
Pre-employment Checks: Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated referees, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). The nature of this role may necessitate that we undertake a DBS check.
Employment: The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com).
Visa Sponsorship: Although Calex UK is on the register of Worker and Temporary Worker licensed sponsors, there is not an opportunity of sponsorship for this specific role.
