Vocational/Workskills Tutor

UK's most experienced providers of training and apprenticeships are looking for a full-time Vocational Tutor, to teach customer service and workskills based at their centre in Leicester.

With a legacy spanning over 35 years and recognised by Ofsted as "GOOD" across all areas of provision, they take pride in bridging the skills gap between education and employment.

Job Outline & Purpose

* To deliver a good quality of education to groups of students

* To deliver vocational and/or employability qualifications, in line with awarding body requirements

* To mark, assess and provide constructive feedback on students’ vocational and/or employability portfolio evidence

* Contribute towards ensuring excellent student attendance & retention

* To provide excellent CEIAG and support (including SEND) to students

* To safeguard the welfare of all students, preventing radicalisation and promoting British Values

Training

* To plan training to meet criteria and standards for vocational and/or employability qualifications, as well as the students’ individual needs

* To deliver engaging, effective and innovative group training sessions, so that students develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)

* To engage external speakers (employers, business people, progression and support agencies) in order to enhance the learning experience

* To plan and facilitate enterprise/community projects

* To ensure that students work skills are developed and that they are ready for working life, or further learning, by the time they leave

* To provide cover, where necessary, for other tutors

Assessment

* To carry out initial assessment activities to identify individual needs, and develop Support Plans, to ensure that students are well-supported and achieve their learning goals

* To mark, assess and map units for vocational and/or employability portfolios and develop students’ spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG) skills

* To conduct and document meaningful student reviews, as per procedures, so that students understand the progress they are making and how they can develop their KSBs further

* Invigilate exams, as appropriate

* Apply for access arrangements for students’ assessment and exams, in line with awarding body guidelines and requirements

Administration

* To complete all required documentation in accordance with laid down procedures to meet both contractual and internal requirements

Attendance/Retention

* Ensure that student attendance & retention targets are met, with absences robustly followed up

Targets

* To achieve targets to meet contractual/Dashboard obligations

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

* Level 2 English and Maths (minimum)

* Level 3 Teaching qualification (or willing to work towards within 6 months)

* Qualifications/experience in sector subject area

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

* Level 4/5 Teaching qualification

* Delivering training to 16 – 18 year olds

* Subject specialist qualifications

* Assessor qualification

Abilities

To deliver effective training sessions to groups
Excellent communicator
To persuade & influence others and deal with conflict/challenging behaviour
To have a sound understanding of student needs, barriers and effective interventions To build rapport with target group and retain their attention during training sessions
To work well under pressure
To work to targets & deadlines
Highly motivated
Innovative & solution focused
To remain positive, with a bubbly, engaging personality
Excellent organisation skills
Competent in use of IT
To meet targets and provide a quality service to all stakeholders