Thatcham Research
Apprentice Lifecycle Co-ordinator
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Apprentice Lifecycle Co-ordinator | Circa £33,500 + Excellent Benefits | Permanent | Hybrid
About the Role
Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and passionate about supporting apprentices on their learning journey?
At Thatcham Research, we’re dedicated to developing the next generation of automotive professionals—and this role sits right at the heart of that mission. As an Apprentice Lifecycle Co-ordinator, you’ll take ownership of ensuring our apprentices enjoy a seamless, supported, and successful journey from onboarding through to completion.
This role is a blend of administration, stakeholder engagement, and learner support, where no two days are the same. You will work closely with internal teams, employers, and learners to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely interventions.
If you thrive in a people-focused environment, value precision, and take pride in getting the details right—this could be your ideal opportunity.
Responsibilities
As an Apprentice Lifecycle Co-ordinator, you’ll:
Core Coordination & Management
- Coordinate all activities across the apprentice lifecycle, from onboarding to completion.
- Manage apprentice onboarding, including eligibility checks and compliance with ESFA requirements.
- Maintain accurate learner data across systems for funding and reporting compliance.
Progress & Support
- Monitor learner progress, identify risks early, and coordinate timely interventions.
- Act as the key point of contact for apprentices, employers, and internal teams.
Assessment & Welfare
- Coordinate learner welfare and support plans, including SEN (Special Educational Needs) requirements.
- Support end-point assessments and offboarding activities.
Reporting & Improvement
- Prepare and validate data for monthly funding claims.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of onboarding and learner processes.
Skills & Experience
To succeed in this role, we’re looking for:
- Experience in apprenticeship onboarding, education, or learner administration (or a willingness to develop these skills).
- Exceptional attention to detail when managing data.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
- A proactive problem-solving approach.
- A familiarity with learner support processes and SEN identification (not mandatory but beneficial).
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Why Join Thatcham Research?
You’ll join a collaborative Academy team dedicated to people development and learner experience improvement. This role offers the chance to make a real impact by ensuring every apprentice receives the right support at the right time.
If you’re passionate about learner support, process excellence, and compliance, we’d love to hear from you!
Perks & Benefits
✅ Salary: Circa £33,500 (negotiable based on skills & experience) ✅ Pension: 10% non-contributory ✅ Holidays: 29 days (inclusive of Christmas shutdown) + public holidays ✅ Health & Wellbeing: Group Life Assurance (4x salary), Group Income Protection, Moneyhealth Financial Coaching Platform, Health Cash Plan, Benenden Health Care ✅ Flexibility & Work-Life Balance:
- Salary Sacrifice schemes (cycle-to-work, home & tech)
- Enhanced parental leave for all parents
- Hybrid working model (minimum 2 office days per week) ✅ Reward & Recognition: Wellbeing initiatives, gym discounts, sports & social club, payroll charitable giving ✅ On-Site Benefits: Subsidised restaurant, free parking
Working Hours
- Standard hours: 8:30–16:30 (Mon–Thu), 8:30–15:45 (Fri)
- Flexible working: Discussed independently
About Thatcham Research
At the forefront of UK automotive research, Thatcham Research shapes vehicle design through safety, security, and repair innovation. Our facilities include:
- Crash Laboratory & Repair Technology Centre
- Training Academy for next-gen professionals
- Active Safety Testing Hub for cutting-edge Crash Avoidance & Driver Assistance Systems
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Our Values
We operate by five key values: 🔹 Fearless – Challenge the status quo 🔹 Inquisitive – Curiosity drives progress 🔹 Resourceful – Making the most of opportunities 🔹 Supportive – Collaborating for collective success 🔹 Trusted – Delivering integrity at every level
All applicants must embody and demonstrate these values throughout the recruitment process.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture where diversity of thought, background, and identity is celebrated.
Our initiatives include:
- Partnerships with Automotive 30% Club (encouraging gender balance in senior roles) & Women in Data
- Training, workshops, and advocacy for equity in gender, ethnicity, age, disability, LGBTQ+ identities, and social mobility.
- A sense of belonging where everyone thrives and achieves in a supportive environment.
Recruitment Process
We pride ourselves on an in-house recruitment process designed for candidate transparency:
✔ Regular updates throughout the application journey ✔ Initial telephone screening with a Talent Acquisition Partner ✔ Virtual interview (Teams) with the hiring manager ✔ In-person final interview (potential role-specific task) ✔ Personalised feedback for all applicants ✔ Anonymous feedback survey from candidates
We actively remove barriers—let us know if we can adjust our process to accommodate your needs.
Next Steps
✅ If you think you’d be a great fit (even if you don’t match everything!)—apply today! ✅ Right to Work in the UK is mandatory for this role. ✅ For technical issues with the job site, contact: careers@thatcham.org
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