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Blackstone Recruitment are working with specialist SEND Schools in the North of England who are looking for a Learning Assessor / Trainer to join their team on a permanent basis.
Location - Home working, hybrid - Based in North of England
Overview
As an educational organisation our client are growing both in the number of Schools we run and staff theyemploy. Due to this growth, they are looking for a new team member to join their internal training team to support the development of their workforce which is predominately Teaching Assistants.
The potential candidate must have had experience working in an Education setting (School/College) as a Teaching Assistants or Teacher and already hold a national recognised Assessor qualification (A1/TAQA).
This is a hybrid role with the candidate being based in the North of England so they can support their Northern Schools, with approximately 2 days in a School and 3 days based at home.
Theyare happy to support an inexperienced assessor and help them develop their Quality Assurance skills and qualification.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual, that is passionate about education and developing the workforce within a work based educational environment, to achieve Nationally Recognised
qualifications.
Main Purpose:
To support their teams to fulfil their potential throughs supporting with high quality learning activities and interventions.
Work with the wider team to build and deliver a range of development programmes. This includes creating resources and delivery of Workshops via Teams, Face to Face and Online content.
To provide Learning Support by assessing candidates performance and/or related knowledge in a range of tasks. Ensure that the competence and/or knowledge demonstrated meet the
requirements of internal and external Standards.
Key Accountabilities:
General:
To support and build programmes in line with awarding body standards and our clients centres values
Where required to deliver programs in which you have the qualifications and occupational competence to deliver
To work within a team, and individually being accountable for your own work diary
Good record Keeping in line with Legislation
Specifics:
Delivering a range of learning solutions including workshops that cover both internal and external outcomes
Examining and assessing candidates' portfolios of evidence
Providing feedback and offering advice and support if the standards are not met
Signing off external qualifications when all the requirements have been met
Keeping records of candidates' progress in line with local and National Policies and Legislation
Attending standardisation meetings with other assessors/manager.
Manage relationships with Key Stakeholders
To deliver workshops either face to face or remotely (Nationally)
To record and report on learners progress and liaise with Line Manager regularly
Key Duties:
Professional duties and responsibilities:
Making initial contact with the candidate and maintaining regular contact throughout their development.
Support in the delivery of programme Inductions and where required carry out an Initial Assessment /Pre-Interview with the candidate before commencing any internal/external awards.
Ensuring that the candidate is aware of current legislation relating to them and all concerned with their assessment, especially equal opportunities, health and safety and plagiarism.
Ensuring that the candidate is aware of their own responsibility with regards to the collection of evidence and taking into account any accreditation of prior learning or achievement.
Explaining the assessment process fully to the candidate and others involved.
Ensure the Assessing cycle is being achieved with every learner to a high standard
To regularly meet with learners either face to face or remotely
To complete individual Training Needs Analysis as required.
Be able and competent to assess candidates using either paper or e-portfolios, against the national standards of occupational competence within the qualification
Providing candidates with prompt, accurate and constructive feedback.
Ensure confidentiality and GDPR is maintained in accordance with agreed policy and practice
To fully understand the systems, documents and supporting materials required for internal or external accreditation.
Keep up to date records, and report to Line Manager
Making themselves available for discussion with those involved in the assessment process, including the internal and external verifiers and attending regular standardisation meetings.
To travel and deliver training where required (Nationally)
To be able to research and design workshop materials (slides, handouts) or digital learning solutions.
Continually review and improve learning materials
Update expertise by being involved in continuous professional development activities.
To liaise with Key stakeholders
To take on extra learning and development projects if required
Essential criteria:
Must have experience working in and hold a base qualification in Education (Equivalent to a level3 or higher).
Assessor qualification A1/TAQA (or equivalent).
To have a teaching Qualification PTTLS or equivalent or willing to work towards
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
Good level of literacy and numeracy (at least 5 GCSEs above 4 or equivalent, to include English and Maths) or to have an equivalent.
Computer literacy Excel, Word, Outlook with the ability and willingness to learn to use of a range IT systems
Organised, good time management.
Able to Prioritise workload
High levels of interpersonal ability with excellent written and verbal communication.
Able to work as part of a team and individually as some work will be lone working.
Work collaboratively with other staff and professionals with good interpersonal skills.
Confidential and reliable.
Requirements for the role:
Eligibility to work within the UK.
To have an up-to-date Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
Valid driving licence and access to vehicle as required. Mileage and business expenses will be paid in accordance with HRMC guidance and the Aurora Expense policy.
This role will be home based with an expectation of regular travel between national locations to meet face to face with Learners, run workshops or attend meetings as required.
You will be expected to manage your own diary, appointments and meeting to achieve your business objectives.
The ability to work as part of a team and support colleagues when necessary.
Knowledge of GDPR and Data Protection principles
Please contact Kirsty at Blackstone Education on 0203 146 9848 if available of APPLY now.
