Vocational Trainer - Vacancies in: Maths, Science & English

Essex County Council; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

ECC employee benefits

Job summary

Essex County Council’s Adult Community Learning (ACL) team is seeking Vocational Trainers in Maths, English & Science to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment for adult learners. You will create engaging lessons, assess progress and support learners to gain qualifications and achieve personal goals.

We welcome applicants with relevant qualifications or substantial maths and science experience, and those who can foster inclusive learning environments, monitor progress and

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and/or substantial experience in Maths & Science.
• Experience supporting learners with diverse needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning that supports learner achievement and progression.
• Develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learning resources that meet learner needs and programme objectives.
• Prepare learners for assessment and support them to achieve successful outcomes.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and remove barriers to learning.
• Monitor learner progress, provide constructive feedback and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress and achievement records using ACL systems.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities and maintain up-to-date vocational and teaching knowledge.

Skills

Maths & Science

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

Safeguarding

Education

Teaching qualification (AET/CET/DET/PGCE or equivalent)

Job description

Whether you're an experienced tutor or a teaching professional looking to develop your career in adult learning, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

You’ll deliver engaging and inclusive learning experiences that develop learners' confidence, maths and science skills and achievement. Working with adult learners from a variety of backgrounds, you will:

• Deliver engaging learning that supports learner achievement and progression.
• Develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learning resources that meet learner needs and programme objectives.
• Prepare learners for assessment and support them to achieve successful outcomes.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs and remove barriers to learning.
• Monitor learner progress, provide constructive feedback and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate attendance, progress and achievement records using ACL systems.
• Contribute to quality improvement activities and maintain up-to-date vocational and teaching knowledge.

We're looking for someone who

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have a current, unrestricted right to work in the UK.,

We're looking for passionate and engaging Vocational Trainers in Maths, English & Science to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that supports adult learners to develop essential maths, English and science skills, gain recognised qualifications and achieve their personal, educational and employment goals., Is passionate about helping adults develop confidence and achieve their goals.

• Deliver accredited Maths & Science qualifications, including Functional Skills where applicable.
• Understands how to support learners with differing abilities and backgrounds.
• Creates positive, inclusive learning environments where learners can thrive.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences and learner outcomes.

What you'll bring

Essential

• Relevant qualifications and/or substantial experience in Maths & Science.
• Experience supporting learners with diverse needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable

• A recognised teaching qualification (AET, CET, DET, PGCE or equivalent), or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience delivering accredited Maths & Science qualifications, including Functional Skills.
• Experience of learner assessment and progress monitoring.
• Experience delivering adult learning programmes.
• Knowledge of current curriculum requirements and assessment approaches.
• Experience supporting learners with additional learning needs or barriers to achievement.

What to expect:

Our recruitment process is made up of 1 stage.

• 1-hour Micro Teach Presentation, this will be in-person where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your teaching approach and subject expertise. Successful candidates will then progress to a 1-hour Competency and Behavioural-Based Interview, allowing us to learn more about your experience, skills, and how you align with our values and the requirements of the role.

At Adult Community Learning (ACL), we believe English and maths skills can transform lives, build confidence and create new opportunities.

Why join ACL?

• Make a genuine difference to learners across Essex.
• Be part of the largest provider of adult learning in Essex.
• Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team.
• Benefit from Essex County Council's excellent employee benefits package.
• Help transform lives through learning.

We are committed to becoming a place where individuals, partners and communities feel proud to play their role and genuinely want to belong. We’re immensely proud of our flexible working options.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

This is a part-time position working 18.5 hours per week with a pro rata salary of up to £17,334 per annum.

Essex County Council (ECC) is one of the largest and most dynamic local authorities in the UK, serving a population of 2 million residents, and has a very successful track record of delivering transformational change. ECC anticipated change was needed in the public sector and has worked to deliver better quality at lower cost. We have an ambitious transformation agenda - one with the scope to reach every part of the council. We are changing the way we think, the way we work, and the ways in which we deliver our services. We are committed to becoming a place where individuals, partners and communities feel proud to play their role and genuinely want to belong. We're immensely proud of our flexible working options.