United Learning is a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life changing education to children and young people across England.Central Office staff work closely with schools, offering a wealth of expertise to underpin schools' own knowledge. Our specialist departments, including HR, finance, technology, strategy and performance, estates, and marketing, work alongside dedicated school improvement teams. By joining us, you will provide ongoing support to schools, ultimately improving the outcomes of our pupils.United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Ready to grow something exceptional in education?

Are you a confident communicator with a track record in sales and a passion for partnerships? If you're ready to drive meaningful growth through high-quality apprenticeships, United Learning would love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a dynamic and driven Apprenticeship Account Lead to lead our learner recruitment activity and build trusted relationships with schools across the country. You’ll play a key role in growing our apprenticeship provider, working closely with school leaders to meet workforce needs and deliver real impact in classrooms and offices alike.

This is a full-time, hybrid role in a flexible and values-driven team. You have the option to be based at our London or Peterborough office. If you're ambitious, credible, and energised by relationship-building, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

About the role

Apprenticeships are a crucial part of our recruitment, retention, and development strategy. We have been an accredited provider since 2021, with our first cohorts completing their programmes in 2022/23. We aim to be the provider of choice in the education sector; delivering excellent quality apprenticeship training, tailored to colleagues in educational and business support roles in schools, nurseries, and other settings.

We’re now seeking an Apprenticeship Account Lead to take forward our growth strategy. You’ll lead on identifying new opportunities, supporting schools to use their apprenticeship levy effectively, and converting interest into enrolments. You’ll work with internal teams to make sure every learner journey starts strong and every school feels supported.

This is a highly visible role where your professionalism, insight, and passion for education will directly shape the future of our provider.

Duties/responsibilities:

• Leading on learner recruitment across our programmes, meeting and exceeding targets
• Building relationships with schools, nurseries, and other educational settings
• Acting as a trusted adviser on the apprenticeship levy and programmes
• Supporting schools from the first enquiry through to enrolment
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth onboarding
• Promoting our offer through events, newsletters, and social media
• Maintaining accurate learner pipeline records and following compliance procedures
• Championing apprenticeships as a powerful workforce development tool

Role requirements

• Full UK driving license and ability to travel nationally, as needed
• Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (GCSE, A Level, or Functional Skills L2)
• Experience of using the digital apprenticeship service as a provider
• Experience of exceeding targets, specifically with schools
• Level 3 or higher IAG qualification (Information, Advice and Guidance)
• IOSH

Rewards and Benefits:

• Contributory pension scheme.
• 26 days holiday
• Occupational sick pay, protecting you and your family.
• Competitive maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits.
• Group Life Insurance Scheme
• Westfield Health cash plan and Extensive range of employee benefits for eligible staff
• Continuous Professional Development options that will be tailored to your needs.
• A supportive team across the country.
• We are open to requests for flexible or part-time working; and we encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.

Further information:

Closing Date: 13th August at Midnight

Interviews: First interviews are to be conducted via Microsoft Teams.

The role is available to start in September/October.

If you are applying internally, please apply via your ESS account (Internal Vacancies page ). You will be required to submit a personal statement with a summary of your experience that make you suitable for this role. There is a character limit of 4000-character limit (roughly one and a half to two sides of A4).