High Level Skills Coach

Eden Training Solutions; Altofts; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

Private life insurance (from day 1)

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Volunteer days

Job summary

Eden Training Solutions seeks an experienced trainer/IQA to oversee remote and centre-based delivery in the early years sector. You will plan remote group teaching, develop lessons, monitor learner progress and ensure Ofsted-aligned delivery while maintaining high quality standards.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong Ofsted knowledge and the ability to support learners and employers, record OTJ hours, and promote CPD and functional skills delivery.

Qualifications

• Supervisory/management experience in early years settings.
• Extensive experience in Early Years environments.
• Experience of 121 teaching, learning and assessment.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload.
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals to learn via face-to-face and remote media.
• Experience of Ofsted inspections.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Honesty, reliability and meeting strict deadlines.
• Commitment to equal opportunities, safeguarding and welfare.

Responsibilities

• Plan remote group teaching and learning sessions.
• Develop lesson plans following Eden delivery models.
• Deliver remote group teaching with clear, comprehensive presentations.
• Maintain learner numbers in line with KPIs.
• Act as primary contact for learners and employers.
• Record OTJ hours and learning impacts in the e-portfolio system.
• Promote and support learners to maintain OTJ logs.
• Review learner progress per quality requirements and KPIs.
• Motivate learners to meet planned end dates.
• Support Functional Skills delivery and progression.
• Report learner progress via CFC where needed.
• Monitor health, safety, equality, diversity and safeguarding.
• Provide effective IAG to clients.
• Manage time and complete required paperwork and systems.
• Attend IQA quality checks and 121 reviews as needed.
• Coordinate with Skills Assessors and FS Tutors for progression.
• Keep up-to-date with Ofsted themes and EYFS requirements.
• Promote Eden Training Solutions to employers and learners.
• Market business and learner progression opportunities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Early Years experience

121 teaching & assessment

Plan and prioritise workload

Motivate learners

Ofsted inspection experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Deadline driven

Equal opportunities & safeguarding

Education

TAQA/CAVA or equivalent

Teacher training qualification or equivalent

Early Childhood Studies degree or equivalent

IQA-related qualification (V1/D34)

Job description

About us

Eden Training Solutions is a leading apprenticeship provider in the early years sector and part of the Supporting Education Group. With a Grade 2 (Good) Ofsted rating and Gold Standard for Leaders in Safeguarding, we're committed to excellence. Recognised in the Sunday Times Top 10 Best Companies to Work For, we've built a culture where people thrive. Our vision is to help individuals Reach their Potential through high-quality, fully funded training that transforms futures.

About the role

Responsibilities:

Plan remote group teaching & learning sessions in accordance with Eden Early Years delivery models

Develop lesson plans in accordance with Eden delivery models

Carry out remote group teaching & learning sessions, presenting lessons in a comprehensive manner, delivering excellence in learning

Maintain and support the required number of learners in line with KPI's

Act as the primary contact for both the learner and employer

Accurately record Off the Job Learning Hours (OTJ) and Impact of Learning via the learners' Personal Learning Plan within e-portfolio system

Actively promote, support, encourage the learner to continually update OTJ learning log booklet prior to 121 visit

Review learner progress in accordance with operational, quality requirements, KPI's

Motivate/drive learners to achieve in line with planned end date

Support the achievement of Functional Skills qualifications

Report learner progress and engagement issues through the internal Cause for Concern (CFC process)

Monitor Health & Safety, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Safeguarding within employer settings in line with Eden's health and wellbeing processes & policies

Provide effective IAG service to both internal and external clients/customers

Manage own time effectively to progress learners including completion of paperwork and updating of systems to minimum standards

Attend the centre as required to undertake IQA quality checks, caseload review/121, peer support, training

Maintain communication with Skills Assessor and FS Tutor to maximise the progression and achievement of learners

Remain up to date with current trends and themes inspected by Ofsted

Ensure Functional Skills delivery is consistent with IQA and regulatory standards

Continually develop working knowledge (CPD) of EYFS and Ofsted requirements, specifications and standards

Promote Eden Training Solutions at every opportunity with employers and learners, as well as all other internal and external parties

Actively market business and learner progression opportunities

Carry out any additional duties as reasonably requested by line management

About you

Qualifications

Mandatory qualifications

TAQA/CAVA/equivalent qualification (eg: D32/33, A1) (Or a willingness to work towards)

Teacher training qualifications or equivalent (eg: PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, Cert-Ed) (Or a willingness to work towards)

Foundation/honours degree in Early Childhood Studies or equivalent (Or a willingness to work towards)

V1, D34 or IQA related qualification (achieved or working towards)

Skills & Experience

• Supervisory / Management experience
• Extensive experience in Early Years
• Experience of 121 teaching, learning and assessment
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals to learn and achieve through face to face and remote media interactions
• Experience of Ofsted Inspection
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Supervisory experience
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities, Cultural Diversity and the Safety, Health and Welfare of self and others

Other requirements

Full enhanced DBS check

• 28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays
• Health Cash Plan, once you've passed probation, which includes access to a private GP
• From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary
• We'll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months
• Choose what flexible benefits you want after you've passed probation - this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars and give as you earn
• Learning and development opportunities
• Volunteer days - 3 paid volunteer days a year, with 2 dedicated to Education

By joining us, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.