Mechatronics Lecturer

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension

41 days annual leave

Gym access and facilities

Well-being schemes

Parking at sites

Teacher training funding

Job summary

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Mechatronics Lecturer in Rotherham. The role involves supporting apprentices with evidence, coaching for End Point Assessment and coordinating tripartite reviews to ensure timely EPA readiness.

You will work with curriculum colleagues to monitor learner progress, plan tasks and visits, and provide pastoral support while upholding safeguarding and equality standards. A teaching qualification and relevant frameworks knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current valid vocationally relevant qualification at Level 3 or above.
• Educated in Maths and English at Level 2 or above.
• Must hold a valid current driving licence and have access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• To support learners to provide evidence on behaviours, underpinning knowledge, work-based skills and progression for each apprentice.
• To provide coaching and skills support to ensure timely EPA completion.
• Conduct tripartite reviews with apprentice, line manager and employer to prepare EPA readiness.
• Support development of apprentices through onsite visits and evidence creation for EPA.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Apprenticeship frameworks knowledge

Team player

Time management

Education

Level 3 vocational qualification

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Do you have previous experience in assessing within Apprenticeship frameworks?

Do you hold a valid and current assessing qualification along with experience within a teaching setting?

Mechatronics Lecturer

Location - Rotherham

Salary- Up to £38,487 per annum, including Market Force Enhancement + benefits

Hours- 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Our client is committed to providing high-quality education and training and to providing the best possible experience for all their students and stakeholders. With considerable investment in new facilities and their goal to become an outstanding provider of education and training, this is a great time to join the organisation. If you are looking to work in a friendly, progressive organisation that makes a positive difference, and be supported and developed to enhance your skills and build a successive career, then working for our client will be a great opportunity for you where you will help our client achieve their exciting plans for the future.

Responsibilities for the role:

• To support learners to provide evidence on behaviours, underpinning knowledge, work-based skills, learning & overall progress for each apprentice
• To provide coaching and skills support to ensure successful timely completion of End Point Assessment (EPA)
• Work with curriculum colleagues to check learner progress to agree on targets in preparation for tripartite reviews
• To conduct regular tripartite reviews with the apprentice line manager and apprentice to complete timely EPA
• To support the development and progression of a caseload of apprentices through onsite workplace visits in the creation of showcase evidence such as observations, reflective accounts, witness testimonies, professional discussions and any further evidence to support EPA requirements, this evidence will be documented within the e-portfolio OneFile
• To highlight & document any operational issues to the line manager which may affect learner progression as appropriate
• To set achievable tasks and provide support throughout the apprentice journey including assisting the apprentice to be prepared for any applicable qualification including functional skills, endpoint assessment, and other relevant achievement documentation
• To support employers in understanding & documenting their responsibilities relating to on and off-job training requirements of the apprentice
• To provide pastoral support to apprentices as required including on & off the job training/e-portfolio usage and any additional support needs & strategies
• To provide advice, guidance & training regarding Safeguarding, British Values, Prevent Equality & Diversity and be responsible for ensuring that the workplace provides an ongoing safe environment
• To meet with the employer & learner to agree on EPA readiness
• Manage your diary so that you effectively support your caseload of learners from start to finish of their training programmes
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with your learners and employers
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to minimising any barriers to your learners by implementing additional support promptly that promotes their achievement
• Must be prepared to undertake a First Aid qualification

Skills and Experience:

• Must hold a current valid vocationally relevant qualification at Level 3 or above
• Educated in Maths and English at Level 2 or above
• Must hold a valid current driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Ideally, have ICT at Level 2 or above
• Ideally, hold an assessment qualification D32/D33 A1 or TAQA
• Preferably, an internal verification qualification D34 V1 or TAQA
• Must hold an appropriate teaching qualification
• Must have a solid knowledge of current Apprenticeship Frameworks
• The ability to work flexibly over the working week, including evenings where required is essential
• Must have a good understanding of Work-based Learning Apprenticeships
• Must be pleasant and a helpful approach at all times
• Able to work in an organised and methodical manner towards a deadline
• Must be able to work effectively as a member of a team
• Work professionally and confidentially with a high degree of integrity and flexibility
• Have a solid commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people receiving education and training
• Able to work with sensitive information and treat this confidentially in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act/GDPR

Benefits:

• Access to local government pension
• Up to 41 days of annual leave per year including closure during the Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & well-being and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry-recognised qualifications

You will have good knowledge of the Health & Safety Act and HSE Standards