Construction Learning Coach

National Skills Agency; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider is seeking a Construction Learning Coach in Manchester to inspire and guide learners through their Foundation Apprenticeship. The role involves teaching essential on-site trade skills in brickwork, plastering, and carpentry to help young adults thrive in their careers. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction, teaching ability, and a passion for developing talent in the construction industry.

Benefits

34 days annual leave

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or related trades.
• Knowledge of safety regulations.
• Hold (or be willing to work towards) a relevant teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Coach and inspire apprentices to develop technical skills.
• Manage and teach a caseload of Level 2 learners.
• Deliver engaging lessons on basic brickwork and carpentry.

Skills

Experience in construction or related trades

Knowledge of safety regulations

Techniques of brickwork, plastering, carpentry and joinery

Previous teaching experience in multi-skills / construction

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Construction Learning Coach

£27,000 - £34,250

Manchester

Are you passionate about shaping the future of construction professionals? One of the UK’s leading apprenticeship providers is looking for an enthusiastic Multi‑Skills Learning Coach to join their dynamic team. This is your chance to make a real impact by guiding learners through their Foundation Apprenticeship and helping them thrive.

Working as a learning coach with 16‑to‑21‑year‑olds delivering the new foundation apprenticeship in on‑site trades. Expectations are to deliver basic brick, carpentry and plastering skills to learners that meet the foundation apprenticeship knowledge, skills and behaviours. To go out to employers and support the apprentices at work and help them to settle into their first job role.

What You’ll Do

• Coach and inspire apprentices to develop the technical knowledge and skills needed for success in construction roles.
• Manage and teach a caseload of Level 2 learners on Foundation Apprenticeship programmes.
• Deliver engaging lessons on basic brickwork, plastering and carpentry and joinery skills (i.e. mixing cement, cutting techniques, tool management etc.) to classes of approx. 10 students.
• Mark assignments and apprenticeship tasks to ensure quality and progress.
• Observe practice and provide constructive feedback to drive growth.
• Ensure evidence for learning, achievement, funding and Ofsted is captured effectively and timely, including:
  • 20 % OJT requirements fully met and recorded as per procedure
  • Learners achieve the highest grade in EPA they are capable of
  • Individualised learning programmes, agreed with employer and learner based on initial assessments and including maths and English
• Engage the learner’s line manager, making clear their responsibilities and working collaboratively to provide support, guidance and opportunities for learning.
• Plan the end‑point assessment process with learners and employers, ensuring preparation and practice is included in the learning plan.
• Inspire and motivate learners, identify any barriers and adapt to your learner’s needs.
• Deliver maths and English (and ICT where applicable), to support the learner’s achievement and progress in these areas.
• Ensure marking and feedback to the learner is accurate and supports their development.
• Work closely with IQAs on best practice, development needs and providing sampling, monitoring as detailed in the IQA plan.
• Produce accurate and timely reports as agreed with your line manager based on your KPIs.

What They’re Looking For

• Experience in construction or related trades
• Knowledge of safety regulations
• Techniques of brickwork, plastering, carpentry and joinery
• Standards and regulations
• On‑site trades materials and components
• Previous teaching experience in multi‑skills / construction
• Hold (or be willing to work towards) a relevant teaching qualification
• Desirable: Assessor qualifications (TAQA, CAVA, A1, D32/33) of government‑funded training and apprenticeship standards

Benefits

• 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus your birthday off.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Program.

National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an equal opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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