Trainer Assessor - Youth, Community and Wellbeing

Acorn Training LTD; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A training organization is seeking a passionate Apprenticeship Assessor to support apprentices in improving their skills and knowledge in various community roles. The ideal candidate will have the relevant qualifications and experience in assessing vocational achievement, along with excellent communication skills. This position involves strategic planning and one-on-one coaching to enhance learner outcomes, with a strong focus on inclusivity and community impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3/4/5 qualification in a community/care/social work-related field.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to vehicle for travel.
• Current experience in a related vocational area.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for an agreed caseload of apprentices and employer-based learners.
• Develop and agree individual training plans.
• Ensure that all learners have access to pastoral support.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Good record keeping skills

Efficient time management

Ability to influence others

Education

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)

Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)

GCSE grade A*-C in English and Maths

Job description

We reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time if we receive suitable applications for the role.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Apprenticeship Assessor to support learners who are committed to improving the lives of others in their communities. Apprentices work across a variety of roles and levels in areas such as community support, public services, and wellbeing, and you will play a key part in helping them develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make a positive impact. You will also contribute to the delivery of courses focused on developing strategies that promote positive outcomes for individuals and communities.

At the heart of this role is a commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences that empower learners to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for an agreed caseload of apprentices and employer-based learners
• Ensure that assessment of learners’ starting point is used in planning and sequencing their training regarding knowledge, skills, behaviours, English and maths development
• Develop and agree individual training plans, in collaboration with employers
• Ensure that all learners and employers are provided with a comprehensive induction programme
• Develop and implement effective training and learning strategies and activities
• Provide training, coaching and assessment ensuring training meets standards set by Acorn Training and Awarding Organisations (AO)
• Ensure that off-the-job training is effectively planned and tracked as part of the individual apprentices’ training plan and is robustly monitored
• Ensure all learners have access to pastoral support, including ensuring a good understanding of Safeguarding, Prevent, Radicalisation, Equality, Diversity and Fundamental British values
• Organise and plan assessment opportunities and regular review meetings with learners and their employer to set and review targets and progress, and ensure constructive feedback
• Effectively manage timescales and be clear in setting and agreeing objectives and deadlines, monitoring training and assessment outcomes and achievement
• Carry out employer health and safety risk assessment reviews, where necessary
• Maintain an electronic diary of sessions and visits to the learners in their workplaces
• Maintain accurate records for all apprentices and employers in electronic systems, ensuring that all interactions are documented in a timely manner

Key Performance Indicators

• The progress made by learners over time
• The quality of feedback provided to learners, including its effectiveness in guiding their development and continuous improvement
• The standard and quality of teaching, learning and assessment practice, in both 1:1 and group delivered sessions
• The level of engagement and collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring effective coordination and alignment in assessment processes and practices
• The timeliness and level of learner achievement, including improved performance, increased knowledge retention, and enhanced skills acquisition

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Qualifications and specific training
• Essential - Minimum Level 3/4/5 qualification in a community/care/social work-related field dependent on qualification and level being delivered
• Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent
• GCSE grade A*-C (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Full, clean driving licence and access to vehicle for travel
• Desirable - Level 4 IQA qualification
• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) or equivalent
• IOSH Health and Safety at Work qualification
• First Aid at Work qualification

Experience

• Essential - Current and continuing involvement and experience working within a related vocational area relevant to the qualifications being delivered
• Meeting targets for timely achievement
• Working successfully as part of a team

Knowledge

• Essential - Up to date knowledge and competence of regulations and practices within community-based settings relevant to the qualifications being delivered
• A good understanding of and commitment to Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity Safeguarding and Counterterrorism legislation as it applies to teaching, learning and assessment
• Competent in the use of ICT to support teaching, learning, assessment and communication

• Desirable - Up-to-date knowledge of the expectations of Ofsted, and subject knowledge and expertise that reflects best practice in the field or sector

Skills

• Essential - Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good record keeping skills and attention to detail
• Efficient time management
• Ability to influence others
• Able to work flexibly and using own initiative
• Highly motivated and proactive
• Always maintain a professional approach and act with integrity

We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, ethnic or social origin, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, reasonable adjustments can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy

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