Detention Training & Assessment Specialist

Management And Training Corporation; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Management and Training Corporation in Sydney is seeking a Trainer & Assessor to deliver accredited and non-accredited training for detention operations and related programs.

You will work with ASQA standards, develop materials, assess learners, and ensure compliance across RTO operations, with occasional interstate and international travel including Nauru.

Qualifications

• Hold a Cert IV in Training and Assessment (Essential)
• Hold a Cert III Immigration Detention Operations (Essential)
• Hold a Cert III in Correctional Practice (Desirable)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience delivering training in correctional facilities or immigration detention centres
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR certification (or willing to obtain)
• High level communication skills with stakeholders and students
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team
• Vaccination against Covid-19 (At least 1 vaccination)
• Hold unlimited Working Rights in Australia

Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited training in detention operations, refresher training, incident response, transport & escort and aviation escort
• Assist with the development of training materials and resources
• Administer assessments and provide detailed feedback to students
• Use modern learning technologies and adult learning principles
• Participate in moderation and validation activities to ensure compliance
• Maintain student records in LMS/SMS
• Keep VET competencies up to date and engage in professional development
• Travel interstate and possibly internationally to Nauru for training delivery

Skills

Communication

Autonomy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Cert IV in Training and Assessment

Cert III Immigration Detention Operations

Cert III in Correctional Practice

Job description

Detention Training & Assessment Specialist Management and Training Corporation•Sydney, NSW, AU

Job Description

Management and Training Corporation – Sydney CBD NSW

MTC is a global leader in the corrections, detention, training and education sectors, operating 23 Job Corps centres, 21 correctional facilities, 5 detention centres, 11 prison and detention medical departments, and 2 workforce development sites worldwide. With more than 8,500 employees globally, we deliver essential services that transform lives and strengthen communities.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to fostering a culture grounded in Safety, Respect and Dignity.

About the Role:

The Trainer & Assessor is a key role within Training & Safety Solutions (TSS), reporting to the Senior Trainer & Assessor.

The Trainer and Assessor is responsible for the delivery of effective training and assessment in both accredited and non-accredited courses. The Trainer and Assessor is part of a team that is responsible for delivering training and assessment activities in accordance with the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), MTC, TSS and industry quality standards and requirements.

This role may also deliver pre-service and workplace training programs in support of MTC operations and assessing on-the-job competence. This ensures that training on behalf of the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) complies with required Standards for RTO's 2015 and MTC and TSS contractual obligations across operations and all training and assessment activities.

The Trainer and Assessor brings an ability to adjust to individuals' different learning styles and level of skills and knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver accredited training in detention operations, refresher training, incident response, transport & escort and aviation escort using modern learning technologies (e-learning, online platforms)
• Assist with the development of training materials and resources for frontline correctional and immigration detention staff, ensuring they meet MTC, TSS, and ASQA standards
• Administer assessments and provide detailed feedback to students on their progress, ensuring training outcomes align with industry standards and ASQA
• Use contemporary and engaging delivery methodologies and styles to support adult learning.
• Actively participate on moderation and validation scheduled activities to ensure RTO compliance obligations are met, competency determinations are consistent, and the relevance of training products are maintained.
• Complete administration tasks and maintain student records in the RTO's Quality Management System, Learning Management System (LMS) and Student Management System (SMS).
• Maintain currency of both Industry and Vocational Education and Training (VET) competencies, by continuously updating knowledge and skills and undertaking professional development activities.
• Training sessions may require interstate travel as well as potential international travel to Nauru as part of training delivery to support MTC's global Operations

Key Requirements:

• Hold a Cert IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent (Essential)
• Hold a Cert III Immigration Detention Operations (Essential)
• Hold a Cert III in Correctional Practice (Desirable)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience delivering training in correctional facilities or immigration detention centres
• Hold a current First Aid and CPR certification (or willing to obtain)
• High level communication skills including the ability to negotiate, influence and interact with all employees, stakeholders, and students
• Have the ability to work autonomously and part of a team
• Proven vaccination against Covid-19 (At least 1 vaccination)
• Hold unlimited Working Rights in Australia

MTC proudly promotes a culture of Safety, Respect and Dignity. Through our BIONIC (Believe It Or Not I Care) philosophy, we foster a caring culture for change across all our centres.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all people who believe they have the skills and capability to make a meaningful difference.