Work based learning practitioner (Welsh Essential) Children and Young people

Coleg-Cambria; Wales; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Coleg Cambria is seeking a Work Based Learning Practitioner (Welsh Essential) for Health and Social Care - Children and Young People. Based in Deeside, this full-time, permanent role offers a salary of £33,912–£38,218 per year.

You will assess qualifications, manage a learner caseload across North Wales, deliver knowledge sessions, and support learners to compile e-portfolios. Welsh language skills are essential and a TAQA/QA qualification pathway is supported.

Qualifications

• Welsh language skills are essential for this post.
• Must hold or be willing to work towards TAQA assessor qualification.
• Must hold or be willing to work towards a QA qualification (401 TAQA Unit).
• Level 2 English and Maths (grade 4/C or above) required.
• Digital Literacy Level 2 qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess the full range of qualifications within Health and Social Care - CYP in line with awarding organisation requirements.
• Work with a caseload of learners across North Wales as per college caseload formula.
• Conduct Initial Assessment for learners and enrolment on courses; provide coaching, mentoring and learning opportunities.
• Deliver underpinning knowledge sessions to learners 1-1 or in workshops (max group size 8).
• Monitor learners’ progress, provide constructive feedback and guide to prepare e-portfolio evidence.
• Assess learner portfolios and present for internal quality assurance.

Skills

Welsh language proficiency

Caseload management

Education

Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) qualification

TAQA Assessor qualification

Quality Assurance qualification (401 TAQA Unit)

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Digital Literacy Level 2

Job description

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

Location Coleg Cambria Application Deadline Friday, November 27, 2026 Scale Point From £33,912 Scale Point To £38,218 Job Profile Job Description and Person Specification

Coleg Cambria: An Introduction

At Coleg Cambria, our aim is to be an exceptional institute of education.

We provide a warm welcome to all students and staff to make Coleg Cambria a place you want to be a part of. To ensure our students get the best experience and results they can, we make sure the people employed with us are happy. We nurture a positive work environment, a constantly expanding and improving workforce, and offer the opportunity to challenge yourself. On top of all that we have a wide range of benefits to make sure our employees feel valued, including generous annual leave, a great pension package, discount membership to our on-site gyms, salons, and professional training restaurants.

Our 5 Campuses situated in the stunning North Wales area are constantly expanding and evolving. With strong relationships with multiple companies in the area we help give our students the best start to their careers and help the local economy thrive. Wales has a strong and proud culture we continue to grow these important values by being committed to raising the Welsh language profile. We are very proud of what we have built here and we are now looking for someone to enhance our already exceptional workforce.

Job Summary

Role Title : Work Based Learning Practitioner (Welsh Essential) Health and Social Care - Children and Young People (CYP)

Location : Deeside

Contract Type : Full time. Permanent

Salary : £33,912 - £38,218.

What you will do

• Assess the full range of qualifications within the relevant subject area (Health and Social Care - Children and Young People) in line with Awarding organisation requirements linked to skills and occupational competence.
• Work with a caseload of learners across North Wales, determined by the relevant college caseload formula
• Conduct Initial Assessment for learners, enrolment on appropriate courses and provide coaching, mentoring and learning opportunities.
• Deliver underpinning knowledge sessions to learners either on a 1-1 or workshop basis (recommended maximum group size 8)
• Monitor learners’ progress towards qualifications, give them constructive feedback and guide them to prepare an e-portfolio of evidence
• Assess learner portfolios and present completed portfolios for internal quality assurance

Must haves

• A professionally relevant qualification in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People), to carry out assessments up to a Level 3.
• Possess or be willing to work towards an assessors qualification (TAQA)
• Possess or be willing to work towards a Quality Assurance qualification (Currently 401 TAQA Unit).
• To be a fully bilingual Welsh speaker, Welsh skills are essential for this role
• Level 2 English and Maths qualifications (or equivalent) at Grade 4 (C) or above
• Possess or be willing to work towards a Digital Literacy Level 2 qualification
• Proven industry experience within a professionally relevant area (Health and Social Care - Children and Young People)
• Experience of liaising and partnering with external managers in industry
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the maintenance and development of quality standards within education

Welsh skills areessentialfor this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.

Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.

We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.

We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Orderand is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires anEnhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must discloseall cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.

Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Benefits