Skills and Training Manager

Skills and Training Manager
Trade Association
Salary to £55,000
Location: Home-based with regular travel to Swindon and UK-wide

Key Skills: CITB, training, qualifications, construction, management, coordination, leadership; Skills and Training Manager

We are working exclusively with Structural Timber Association (STA) to take on an experienced Skills and Training Manager to coordinate and develop training initiatives within the construction sector. This role offers progression opportunities, including managing the STA Quality Assurance programme.

About you:

• Strong understanding of construction training, apprenticeships, and qualifications
• Proven experience in a skills/training role within the construction industry
• Familiarity with CITB and other key industry stakeholders
• Basic awareness of government policies related to structural timber systems
• Excellent business management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and results-driven

About the role:

• Manage and develop STA Skills and Training programmes
• Investigate opportunities to generate income via STA training programmes
• Lead the Skills and Training Working Group, managing budgets
• Strengthen recognition of STA training schemes across the construction industry
• Collaborate with CITB, FE/HE institutions, and training providers
• Maintain and enhance the STA learning portal for high-quality education delivery
• Support STA members with quality and training programmes
• Maintaining membership records and reporting to the Board and associated groups
• Develop Continuous Personal Development programmes

Future Responsibilities:

• Manage the STA Assure quality assurance programme, including coordinating independent auditors and reporting progress to the Board

What's in it for you:

• Home-based role with UK-wide travel (including Swindon office meetings)
• Career development into the role of STA Skills, Training & Quality Director
• 25 days' holiday + statutory

Structural Timber Association:

ARV Solutions has been a member of the STA for over 10 years and is working in partnership on this key role within the organisation. This is an exciting role and you will enjoy support from the Association and its members to drive success. The STA is dedicated to improving quality and skills across the sector, and this role will be carrying on the good work of many others in driving it forward.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

This employer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age.