Construction Learning Coach

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

Job summary

A leading apprenticeship provider in the UK is seeking a Construction Learning Coach in Ringway. The role involves coaching young learners in construction skills, focusing on brickwork, plastering, and carpentry. Candidates should possess teaching experience and a background in construction. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

34 days annual leave including bank holidays

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering engaging lessons on basic construction skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship frameworks and standards.

Responsibilities

• Coach apprentices in basic skills and techniques for construction roles.
• Deliver lessons on Brickwork, Plastering, Carpentry.
• Manage a caseload of Level 2 learners.

Skills

Experience in construction or related trades

Safety regulations

Techniques of Brickwork

Plastering and Carpentry and Joinery techniques

Onsite trades materials and components

Teaching experience in multi-skills/construction

Education

Relevant teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain)

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 are 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 and identify any barriers and adapt to your learners' 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 IQA's 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 KPI's.

What they're Looking For

• Experience in construction or related trades
• Safety regulations
• Techniques of Brickwork, Plastering and Carpentry and Joinery
• Standards and regulations
• Onsite trades materials and components
• Previous teaching experience in multi‑skills / construction.
• Hold (or be willing to work towards) relevant teaching qualification.
• Desirable:
  • 1. or Assessor qualifications (TAQA, CAVA, A1, D32/33)
  • 1. 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.