Programme Lead - Degree Apprenticeships

Supply Chain Academy

Location:Upminster Salary:Competitive Hours:Full Time Contract Type:Permanent Placed On:2nd April 2026 Expires:2nd May 2026 We are seeking an experienced Programme Lead to lead the delivery and continuous improvement of our Level 6 degree apprenticeship programmes.

This is a key role responsible for ensuring high-quality, industry-relevant learning that delivers strong outcomes for both learners and employers. You will work closely with curriculum, operations, and compliance teams to maintain excellence in delivery while meeting ESFA and Ofsted requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of degree apprenticeship programmes across classroom, virtual, and workplace settings
• Ensure high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment
• Monitor learner progress, driving retention, achievement, and timely completion
• Support curriculum design and continuous improvement aligned to industry practice
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employer partners
• Ensure compliance with ESFA funding rules, Ofsted expectations, and awarding body requirements
• Use data and feedback to review performance and implement improvements
• Provide guidance and support to trainers and delivery teams

About you:

• Experience delivering or managing apprenticeship or degree-level provision
• Strong understanding of work-based learning and apprenticeship standards
• Knowledge of ESFA funding rules and Ofsted requirements
• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics, or operations
• Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to use data to drive performance and improvement

What we offer:

• Opportunity to shape and lead high-impact programmes
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Ongoing professional development
• The chance to work closely with industry partners and influence future talent

Why join us?

You’ll play a key role in developing future supply chain professionals, ensuring apprentices gain skills that make a real difference in the workplace.

Please send your CV alongside your Supporting Statement via the 'Apply' button above (e:info@supplychainacademy.org.uk).

The closing date for receipt of applications is 2nd May 2026 (23.59 UK time). Regrettably, we are unable to accept any late applications