Degree Apprenticeship Workplace Reviewer in Business and Management -R) - Derby, DE22 1GB About the University We have one simple promise – to make a positive impact. Through our ground-breaking research, teaching excellence and commitment to sustainable living, we are changing lives for the better. The University of Derby is a modern university with a modern outlook. Everything we do is driven by delivering excellence and opportunities for our students, our staff and our region. We have some of the best university facilities in the UK and achieve outstanding results for our teaching and research and have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 – making it one of the top universities in the country recognised for its outstanding student experience and student outcomes. Financially strong and seriously ambitious we offer our employees an inclusive culture that centres itself around staff wellbeing, where you can be confident you will receive all the help and encouragement you need to build a rewarding career with lots of opportunities to enhance your skills. About the College/Department Based at our state of the art, £75 million Cavendish Building in the heart of Derby, at Derby International Business School, we are not just educating future business leaders –we’re shaping innovators, disruptors, and pioneers ready to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Our diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate courses spans dynamic disciplines including accounting, business management, international business, economics and finance, marketing, event management, and tourism management. Each programme is expertly crafted to equip you with the cutting-edge skills, real-world experience, and strategic mindset you need to excel in today’s global marketplace. We pride ourselves on our commitment to academic excellence and industry relevance. Our curriculum is designed in partnership with leading organisations such as PwC, Rolls-Royce, and local enterprise hubs, ensuring our graduates meet the demands of a competitive business environment. With strong ties to local and national businesses, our students gain access to invaluable opportunities for placements, networking, and hands-on projects that bridge the gap between theory and practice. Our programmes are accredited by top professional bodies, including CIMA, ACCA, CIM, and CIPD, setting the gold standard for quality and credibility in business education.

The University of Derby’s Executive Education and Enterprise Development provision offers a dynamic and responsive portfolio of programmes designed to empower professionals, businesses, and organisations to grow, adapt, and innovate in an ever-changing world. At the heart of this provision is a commitment to applied learning. Programmes are built around real business challenges and strategic goals. Our customers range from individuals seeking career advancement to organisations aiming to upskill their workforce, and we provide a range of services including: Bespoke workplace learning solutions Leadership and Management Degree Apprenticeships Short CPD courses MBA Global and Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) options Our aim is to deliver globally impactful, work-integrated learning solutions while remaining deeply connected to the needs of the East Midlands business community. About the Role The University of Derby has been at the forefront of vocational and work-based learning for over 10 years delivering industry responsive courses and higher-level skills to local and national businesses and their employees. Building on this success and in light of the creation of Degree Apprenticeship Standards the University has developed and introduced a number of degree Apprenticeships across a range of sectors. As Degree Apprenticeship Workplace Reviewer, you will work with the programme team to lead on facilitating reviews between apprentices, employers and liaising with relevant academic staff. Your engagement with employers and their apprentices is foremost to ensuring our existing and future apprenticeship programmes provide an excellent learning experience, meeting employers and apprentice expectations, in line with the Institute for Apprenticeships (IFA now Skills England) and Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) governance requirements for apprenticeship provision. You will work collaboratively with both academic staff and apprenticeship account managers to ensure systems and process are adhered to and that both quality and compliance is maintained to the highest standard in line with service level agreements. You will organise visits with external clients, apprentices and internal staff to ensure the implementation of quality reviews and assessment of evidence for audit using an e-portfolio. You will act as a personal professional academic tutor for learners and will need to engage actively on working with employers to support learners who have disclosed a need for additional support. Actual hours and days will be described in a ‘Schedule of Work’. Interview date - 16th January 2026 This role is employed by University of Derby but works in partnership with Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd. Due to the nature of work that Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd conducts and the protection of certain assets, some roles within the Nuclear Skills Academy (NSA) require post-holders to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance. This role does not currently require SC clearance, and this will not be a condition of appointment to this role. However, please be aware that there may be a future requirement for the successful candidate(s) to undertake a SC check should any change in circumstances render this necessary due to development of the NSA over the coming years. Due to the nature of work that Rolls-Royce Submarines Ltd conducts and the protection of certain assets a person must be a UK national or in MoD approved cases a Dual National from a non-ITAR country: The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role. About You The ideal candidate will be personable and able to communicate effectively with a range of different people. You should be committed to equality and diversity and providing a first class customer service to apprentices and employers. You will be self-motivated with the confidence to work independently, you will have the willingness to take on new responsibilities, the ability to build relationships and gain the confidence, respect and co-operation of senior figures both within the organisation and externally. Benefits Annual leave accrual Local Government Pension Scheme Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers Discounted onsite gym A flexible working environment A commitment to personal and professional development Key Contact For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Matt Bromley, Academic Manager on For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via . Important Information The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post. To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the  DBS website  at interview stage.

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Area: Operational Support Salary: £16.72 per hour