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Construction trainer/assessor with a background in bricklaying
June 14, 2019 | Comments Off on Construction trainer/assessor with a background in bricklaying
Construction trainer/assessor with a background in bricklaying
Starting Salary: £25,000 - £30,000
Reports to: Construction Manager
Hours: Full-time (Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm)
30 days annual leave, rising to 33 after 1 year, including Bank Holidays
Job Purpose:
We have a position available for a trainer/assessor in the construction sector, with a background in bricklaying up to and including Level 3. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning and delivering innovative programmes of learning, and supporting learners to develop their knowledge and practical skills so that they can demonstrate industry-standard competence.
Responsibilities:
? Planning for programme delivery and producing schemes of work and lesson plans
? Delivering knowledge and practical skills sessions to learners in classroom and specialist training environments, using a variety of methods and resources
? Evaluating the effectiveness of teaching and learning activities to develop and improve the learner experience
? Negotiating, agreeing and carrying out assessments using different assessment methods and evidence types with groups and individuals
? Liaising with others involved in the assessment process
? Making sound, objective assessment decisions based on assessment requirements
? Providing constructive feedback to learners that supports individual development
? Identifying and dealing with any barriers to fair assessment and supporting these with special assessment requirements
? Dealing with any appeals against assessment decisions in line with organisational and regulatory authority procedures
? Reviewing and updating individual learning plans, and recording progress in line with agreed targets
? Completing and maintaining safe, secure and accurate records using e-based systems
? Implementing internal and external quality assurance action plans, including the standardisation of practice with other assessors
? Working with others to support continuous improvement
? Engaging in ongoing professional development in terms of occupational competence and educational competence
Person Specification:
? Industry-specific and relevant qualifications and experience, including a supervisory background, are essential
? Experience in a range of trades including bricklaying, painting and decorating, plastering, carpentry, interior systems, flooring and tiling is desirable
? Good literacy and numeracy skills, and excellent communication skills
? Up-to-date industry skills and evidence of continuous professional development
? Willingness to take responsibility and make objective decisions
? Organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work independently and manage time well
? You must be willing to travel, have your own car and possess a full, valid driving licence
? Willingness to work outside of regular hours to support the needs of the business.
Additional Benefits of Joining Skills Group:
? Upskilling opportunities to enhance your personal development
? Workplace pension scheme
? Discounted gym membership, including leisure facilities
? NUS card
Health & Safety
The Health & Safety responsibilities associated with your post are set out in the Organisational Arrangements and Health and Safety Policy and Statement.
Equality & Diversity
All employees are required to work in a non-discriminatory manner, and in line with the Skills Group Equality and Diversity Policy. This applies to all personal contact within the organisation and your area of responsibility.
Safeguarding
Skills Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Scheme (DBS) check.
Application
Please send your CV with covering letter by email