Apprenticeship Trainer
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 February 2026 |
| Location: | Blackpool, Lancashire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Blackpool and The Fylde College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3356 |
Summary
The Role:
Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is currently seeking a dedicated and industry-focused Apprenticeship Trainer to join our Digital and Creative Innovation (DACI) department. This is a fantastic opportunity to support apprentices across digital and creative pathways, working closely with employers to deliver high-quality, impactful training that leads to outstanding outcomes.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
As an Apprenticeship Trainer within DACI, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality training and supporting apprentices throughout their learning journey. Key responsibilities include:
Delivering effective practical and theoretical training across apprenticeship and FE pathways, managing the full learner and employer experience.
Planning, delivering, and assessing learning in line with course specifications, awarding body requirements, and best practice.
Conducting robust apprentice progress reviews with learners and employers, including the development, review, and monitoring of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
Designing and maintaining high-quality training and assessment materials, including online and digital resources.
Using college systems and e-platforms (e.g. e-portfolio, Canvas, e-registers) to track progress, provide feedback, and support learner success.
Contributing to quality improvement, curriculum development, and programme evaluation to enhance learner outcomes.
Supporting recruitment, employer engagement, and college events such as Open Days and interviews.
About the Digital and Creative Innovation Team (DACI):
The DACI department is at the heart of digital and creative development at B&FC. We work closely with industry to deliver forward-thinking programmes that equip learners and apprentices with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to thrive in a fast-moving digital economy.
Why Join Us?
At B&FC, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive, and ambitious team that values innovation, professional development, and learner success. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on apprentices’ careers while keeping your own industry and professional knowledge fresh and relevant.
Interested? Apply Early!
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible
How we support you
At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.
Please note that a full application must be submitted in order to apply for this role, as CVs alone cannot be accepted
Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
Enhanced leave allowance of 43 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive pension scheme:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 15.4% employer contribution
Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
Agile working opportunities
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
Occupational Health
FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
FREE eye tests
Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
FREE healthy breakfast
Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
Health and beauty salon
Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
FREE car parking
Car lease scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks
Our Safeguarding Responsibilities
B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.
All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act (2013 and 2020) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, and you can check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting the Disclosure Calculator
For further information on DBS, please click here
If you would like a copy of our Safeguarding Policy, please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk.
Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is currently seeking a dedicated and industry-focused Apprenticeship Trainer to join our Digital and Creative Innovation (DACI) department. This is a fantastic opportunity to support apprentices across digital and creative pathways, working closely with employers to deliver high-quality, impactful training that leads to outstanding outcomes.
Your Responsibilities Will Include:
As an Apprenticeship Trainer within DACI, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality training and supporting apprentices throughout their learning journey. Key responsibilities include:
Delivering effective practical and theoretical training across apprenticeship and FE pathways, managing the full learner and employer experience.
Planning, delivering, and assessing learning in line with course specifications, awarding body requirements, and best practice.
Conducting robust apprentice progress reviews with learners and employers, including the development, review, and monitoring of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
Designing and maintaining high-quality training and assessment materials, including online and digital resources.
Using college systems and e-platforms (e.g. e-portfolio, Canvas, e-registers) to track progress, provide feedback, and support learner success.
Contributing to quality improvement, curriculum development, and programme evaluation to enhance learner outcomes.
Supporting recruitment, employer engagement, and college events such as Open Days and interviews.
About the Digital and Creative Innovation Team (DACI):
The DACI department is at the heart of digital and creative development at B&FC. We work closely with industry to deliver forward-thinking programmes that equip learners and apprentices with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to thrive in a fast-moving digital economy.
Why Join Us?
At B&FC, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive, and ambitious team that values innovation, professional development, and learner success. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on apprentices’ careers while keeping your own industry and professional knowledge fresh and relevant.
Interested? Apply Early!
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible
How we support you
At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.
Please note that a full application must be submitted in order to apply for this role, as CVs alone cannot be accepted
Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
Enhanced leave allowance of 43 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive pension scheme:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 15.4% employer contribution
Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
Agile working opportunities
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
Occupational Health
FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
FREE eye tests
Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
FREE healthy breakfast
Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
Health and beauty salon
Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
FREE car parking
Car lease scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks
Our Safeguarding Responsibilities
B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.
All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act (2013 and 2020) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, and you can check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting the Disclosure Calculator
For further information on DBS, please click here
If you would like a copy of our Safeguarding Policy, please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk.
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