Training Coordinator - Electrical

Bedford ESOL; Corby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Training Coordinator in Electrical to enhance student success within their Apprenticeships department. This role involves coordinating training, delivering sector-specific education, and maintaining strong relationships with employers. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background and experience in assessing NVQ levels. With flexible working hours and a commitment to professional development, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on learners' lives while promoting equality and diversity in a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

People’s pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above in sector specialism required.
• TAQA L3 and L4 Certificates are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate training for work-based provision and assess competence.
• Deliver sector-based training and conduct workplace assessments.

Skills

IT Skills

Effective Training Delivery

Feedback Provision

Learner Support

Relationship Building

Workload Prioritization

High-Quality Learner Experience

Education

Level 3 or above in sector specialism

TAQA L3 and L4 Certificates

GCSEs in English and Maths

L3 Award in Education and Training

Job description

Role: Training Coordinator – Electrical

Location: Tresham College – Corby Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary up to £39,696 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications, 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 22.2 hours per week – 3 days a week – we can be flexible on the days

Contract Type: Permanent – Part Time

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Training Coordinator in Electrical to join our Apprenticeships department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Training Coordinator, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Overall Responsibilities - Coordinate training for work-based provision; deliver and assess knowledge and competence; update tracking systems; maintain relationships with employers and tutors.
• Main Duties - Induct, assess, and support learners; deliver sector-based training; conduct workplace assessments; provide feedback; set smart targets; maintain accurate records; liaise with employers; participate in quality assurance; engage in team development; prepare for inspections; understand funding; complete learning plans; follow disciplinary procedures; liaise with support teams; maintain confidentiality; deliver information and guidance; refer business leads.
• Statutory Duties - Promote safeguarding; promote equality and diversity; follow health and safety requirements; participate in training and development.

About you:

• Qualifications - Level 3 or above in sector specialism; TAQA L3 and L4 Certificates; GCSEs in English and Maths; L3 Award in Education and Training.
• Experience - Working in relevant sectors; assessing NVQ level 3 work; high performance in previous roles; working with diverse backgrounds; promoting equality and diversity.
• Skills - Confident use of IT; effective training delivery; robust feedback; supporting learners through various methods; maintaining rapport; prioritising workload; working under pressure; forming good relationships; high-quality learner experience; promoting College's reputation.
• Personal Qualities - Commitment to equality and diversity; safeguarding responsibilities; forming appropriate relationships; continuous skill updates; flexible approach; willingness to travel; awareness of health and safety.
• Additional Requirements - Current driving licence and access to a car.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: 05 June 2025

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred - At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring - We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group
The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire:Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College andTreshamCollegein the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough;ShuttleworthCollege,a specialist land-based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form, (opened in September 2023); and the National College for MotorsportalongsideSilverstonerace circuit.To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.