Plumbing Skills Coach / Assessor

New College Swindon; Blunsdon St Andrew; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

New College Swindon is seeking a dedicated Skills Coach to support apprentices and adult learners across their programmes. You will deliver teaching, coaching and assessment using varied methods, both in the workplace and remotely, to help learners achieve qualifications and progress in their careers.

The role requires relevant industry experience, a teaching/assessing qualification or willingness to work towards one, and a Level 3 NVQ in domestic plumbing and heating.

Qualifications

• Industry experience within the occupational sector.
• A recognised teaching or assessing qualification (PTLLS, A1, TAQA or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one.
• Must have a Level 3 NVQ in domestic plumbing and heating or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills with the ability to motivate learners.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Experience of supporting apprentices or adult learners or ability to transfer industry experience into education.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding learner and employer experience.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards, funding rules or e-portfolio systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a caseload of apprentices and learners throughout their programme.
• Deliver engaging teaching, coaching and assessment using a range of learning methods and digital technologies.
• Plan learning that meets individual learner and employer needs, both in the workplace and remotely.
• Monitor learner progress, provide constructive feedback and implement timely interventions where required.
• Prepare apprentices for End Point Assessment, ensuring they complete all elements of their programme.
• Maintain accurate learner records and evidence of off-the-job training in line with funding requirements.
• Build strong relationships with employers and carry out regular progress reviews.
• Support learners with additional learning needs and ensure appropriate support plans and compliance.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities, CPD and standardisation to maintain outstanding delivery.

Skills

Industry experience

Coaching skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Apprenticeship support

Learning transfer to education

Education

Level 3 NVQ in domestic plumbing & heating

Teaching/assessing qualification (PTLLS/A1/TAQA or equivalent)

Job description

Skills Coach / Assessor

Are you passionate about developing people and helping them achieve their career ambitions? We're looking for an enthusiastic Skills Coach to join our Apprenticeships team. This is an exciting opportunity to support apprentices and adult learners throughout their learning journey, delivering engaging teaching, coaching and assessment that helps them achieve their qualifications and progress in their careers. Whether you're an experienced Skills Coach or an industry professional looking to move into education, we'll support you to make a real difference by combining your sector expertise with high-quality coaching and learner support.

What you'll do:

• Manage and support a caseload of apprentices and learners throughout their programme.
• Deliver engaging teaching, coaching and assessment using a range of learning methods and digital technologies.
• Plan learning that meets individual learner and employer needs, both in the workplace and remotely.
• Monitor learner progress, provide constructive feedback and implement timely interventions where required.
• Prepare apprentices for End Point Assessment, ensuring they successfully complete all elements of their programme.
• Maintain accurate learner records and evidence of off-the-job training in line with DfE funding requirements.
• Build strong relationships with employers, carrying out regular progress reviews and ensuring training meets workplace needs.
• Support learners with additional learning needs, ensuring appropriate support plans and compliance requirements are in place.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities, CPD and standardisation to maintain outstanding delivery.

What we're looking for:

• Relevant industry experience and knowledge within your occupational sector.
• A recognised teaching or assessing qualification (such as PTLLS, A1, TAQA or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards one where appropriate.
• Must have a Level 3 NVQ in domestic plumbing and heating, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills with the ability to motivate and inspire learners.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Experience of supporting apprentices or adult learners, or the ability to transfer relevant industry experience into education.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding learner and employer experience.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards, funding rules or e-portfolio systems would be advantageous.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and commitment to continuous professional development.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

You must have the right to work in the UK. Please note we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Safeguarding Statement

New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.