Functional Learning Specialist

3 weeks ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom National Skills Agency Full time
Job Title: Functional Learning Specialist

National Skills Agency is looking for a highly skilled Functional Learning Specialist to join our team.

Role Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting apprenticeship learners who require a functional skills qualification, focusing on their progress and achievements in English and mathematics.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Support a caseload of learners, providing guidance and resources to help them achieve their goals.
  • Drive the quality of education across all areas of responsibility, focusing on learner outcomes and success.
  • Conduct monthly interventions to monitor progress and set action plans as needed.
  • Take ownership of actions associated with chasing learners who miss scheduled sessions.
  • Create weekly and monthly reports detailing 'at risk' learners and funding compliance.
  • Report non-engaged employers and learners to the Apprenticeship Manager and lead on remedial action.
  • Continuously review processes informed by system and legislative requirements.
  • Provide pastoral support and mentorship to learners in your caseload.
  • Maintain strong links with the wider delivery team to communicate essential information about individual learners.

Requirements:

  • Essential experience in delivering functional skills English and mathematics.
  • Familiarity with functional skills assessment processes.
  • Prior approval from an Awarding Organisation (preferably Highfield ABC).
  • A post-16 tutor qualification (PTTLS, AET, cert/Ed, PGCE etc.).
  • A proven track record of managing a caseload of learners.
  • Desirable experience working with apprenticeships, traineeships, and/or regulated qualifications.
  • Desirable experience using a Learner Management System (LMS) and other online learning platforms.

Salary:

£28,000 - £32,000 per annum.



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