Senior Compliance and Funding Administrator
Salary: Up to £32,000
Location: Remote (with flexible working and monthly team meetings in the West Midlands)
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
A highly respected National Training Provider, rated "Good" by Ofsted, is looking for a dedicated Senior Compliance and Funding Administrator to oversee the compliance and funding processes of their apprenticeship programmes. This is a remote role with flexibility, perfect for an experienced compliance professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic, learner-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure Audit Success: Work closely with learners and internal teams to secure positive audit outcomes by ensuring all required evidence is gathered and compliant with funding rules.
- Learner File Management: Collaborate with the training provider to develop and maintain detailed learner files that meet audit and funding requirements.
- Funding Evidence: Collect and review learner evidence to support accurate and timely funding claims.
- Compliance Reviews: Regularly review apprenticeship learner records to ensure they comply with ESFA, AEB, and other relevant funding rules.
- Audit Preparation: Assist the delivery team in verifying that learner files align with audit frameworks, identifying and resolving any compliance gaps.
- Communication: Maintain regular contact with learners and teams via telephone, Teams/Zoom, and in-person meetings where needed.
- Timely File Submission: Take full ownership of ensuring learner files are ready for ILR submission and audit compliance.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Required:
- Expert Knowledge: Strong understanding of ESFA funding rules, Apprenticeships, AEB, and other funding regulations in the education sector.
- Compliance Expertise: Experience in managing compliance within the adult education sector, especially with apprenticeship and learner files.
- Proactive and Tenacious: Able to identify and resolve issues quickly while building strong relationships with learners, internal teams, and stakeholders.
- Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with learner management systems such as Pics or Maytas is essential.
- Fast-Paced Environment: Capable of managing workload effectively in a demanding and fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.
Benefits:
- Flexible Working: Remote work with the flexibility to manage your own schedule, complemented by monthly in-person team meetings.
- Generous Holidays: 25 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
- Development Opportunities: Be part of a growing organisation with opportunities to develop your skills in compliance and education administration.
- Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative, supportive team that values quality and compliance in the education sector.
About the Company:
This leading National Training Provider with a commitment to delivering high-quality education and training programmes that change lives. Rated "Good" by Ofsted, pride ourselves on providing an excellent learning experience to our students while maintaining compliance with the highest standards of funding regulations.
For more information, please contact Simon Atkins at Pertemps on