Vocational Skills Coach - Health and Social Care - Level 2- 5

Learning Curve Group; Chelmsford, Thurrock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Vocational Skills Coach to inspire and guide learners in Health and Social Care. This role involves delivering apprenticeships, planning training programs, and ensuring high-quality learner experiences. You will work closely with learners and employers, providing both theoretical and practical support. The ideal candidate will possess strong coaching and communication skills, a commitment to developing people's potential, and a passion for transforming lives through learning. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Healthcare

Tech Schemes

Discounts

Charging Points

Free Refreshments

Onsite Shower

Prayer Room

Qualifications

• Vocational experience in Health and Social Care.
• Proven track record of meeting targets and supporting learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver training programs with regular reviews.
• Maintain accurate learner records and facilitate qualifications.

Skills

Coaching Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Teamwork Ability

Education

Sector Qualification in Relevant Area

Maths & English Level 2 or Above

Teaching Level 3 (Preferred)

Assessors Level 3 (Preferred)

Tools

E-portfolios

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Job Details: Vocational Skills Coach - Health and Social Care - Level 2- 5

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name: Vocational Skills Coach - Health and Social Care - Level 2- 5

Vacancy No

Vacancy No: VN5072

Location

City: Thurrock/Chelmsford area

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours per week

37.50

Working Days & Times

Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

Salary

Details not specified

Description

Learning Curve Group is a national training and education specialist working with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. Our values revolve around our learners—impacting over 100,000 of them annually. Our dedicated team, the 'Purple People,' helps us deliver success and aims to 'transform lives through learning.'

Role Information

Our Vocational Skills Coaches (VSCs) are vital in inspiring and coaching learners within their industry, sharing passion and lived experiences. They work closely with employers to support learners through both theoretical and practical work, including monthly progress reviews. We adopt a blended delivery approach, combining online and face-to-face support.

We seek a Vocational Skills Coach to deliver Health and Social Care Apprenticeships in the Thurrock/Chelmsford area. To succeed, you should have:

• Passion for learning and coaching
• Focus on developing people's potential
• Personable and engaging nature
• Organizational skills and self-reliance
• Enthusiasm and professionalism

Key Duties

• Plan and deliver training programs with robust ILPs and regular reviews
• Maintain accurate learner records and reports
• Facilitate functional skills qualifications, providing meaningful feedback
• Offer exit advice and support career progression
• Adhere to apprenticeship standards and ensure consistency and fairness
• Meet KPIs and operate within the delivery framework
• Ensure high-quality learner experiences
• Build relationships with support teams and participate in quality assurance
• Drive self-generation and maintain relationships with learners and clients
• Plan CPD activities and update records accordingly
• Be a sector expert and contribute to strategic projects
• Uphold organizational values and promote equality and diversity
• Comply with safeguarding, Prevent, and health and safety policies
• Provide support, advice, and guidance to learners, customers, and colleagues

Key Performance Indicators

• Manage up to 42 learners
• Achieve retention and achievement targets
• Maintain less than 5% pass rate for planned end date learners
• Maintain regular contact with learners and employers

Delivery Tools and Skills

Comfort with using e-portfolios for planning, resource sharing, feedback, marking, OTJ recording, diary management, and audit trails.

Additional Information

For more details or support in applying, contact our recruitment team at 01388 777129 or [e-mail].

Working Flexibly

If the standard hours or days do not meet your needs, please contact us to discuss flexible working options.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational experience in the relevant area
• Proven track record of meeting targets
• Good IT skills
• Excellent coaching and communication skills
• Enthusiasm for supporting learners
• Passion for transforming lives through learning
• Self-management skills
• Organizational and planning skills
• Teamwork ability

Qualifications

• Sector qualification in the relevant area
• Maths & English Level 2 or above
• Teaching Level 3 (preferred, D qualification)
• Assessors Level 3 (preferred, D qualification)

Why Work for Learning Curve Group?

We offer great benefits, a positive culture, and recognition as a top 100 company to work for. Benefits include annual leave, healthcare, tech schemes, discounts, and more. Our head office offers additional perks such as charging points, free refreshments, onsite shower, and prayer room.

Equal Opportunities & Commitments

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting disabled employees, armed forces personnel, and other protected groups. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Recruitment Checks

The role requires references, eligibility to work, DBS checks, and possibly adverse media checks. A previous conviction does not automatically disqualify candidates; assessments are made on a case-by-case basis.