Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Functional Skills/ Learner Support Trainer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in empowering individuals by teaching essential life skills that promote independence and enhance quality of life. This position requires strong communication abilities, effective presentation skills, and a commitment to fostering personal growth in others.

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver engaging training sessions focused on essential life skills, including but not limited to budgeting, cooking, job readiness, and interpersonal communication. Utilise various teaching methods and materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs. To implement ProVQ procedures and appropriate methods of delivery to meet the learning aims of our apprentices enabling apprentices to become more effective in the workplace by: Planning, developing and implementing a wide range of teaching and learner-centred strategies, that support the timely achievement of learners. Co-ordinating the effective use of teaching time and other resources. Promoting effective, learner-centred, independent learning strategies for apprentices at all levels of ability enabling them to participate and heighten their motivation and self-esteem. Working in partnership with the recruitment, training and admin departments to fully implement the ProVQ referral, induction, initial assessment, review and exit procedures for apprentices, to include specialist additional Learning Support assessments, as required. Working in partnership with the management and the leadership team to accurately complete Learning Support Funding documentation, ensuring that all evidence for Learning Support Funding is 100% audit compliant. Completing monthly performance data, as specified by the Head of Operations. Working with the awarding bodies to ensure that the Functional Skills/ Scottish Core Skills registration, examination, assessment/reasonable adjustment arrangements and validation requirements are fully met. Ensure the timely completion of all necessary documentation as required by ProVQ including contractual, quality and audit requirements, e.g. learner records, registers, reports and statistical data. Agree own objectives with the Head of Operations. To be committed to own development and participate in CPD programmes, as required. To comply with the ProVQ Health and Safety Policies. Work to promote, implement and contribute to ProVQ's Equal and Diversity Policy. To apply ProVQ Safeguarding policy and practices. To support ProVQ in ensuring compliance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act.

Experience

Proven experience in teaching or training roles. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling effective interaction with diverse audiences. Familiarity with educational technology is desirable. Teaching/Training qualification A basic understanding of Learner Support funding General understanding of apprenticeship programmes An understanding of safeguarding / Prevent / British Values and their importance An understanding of Equal Opportunities issues A genuine passion for helping others develop their life skills and achieve their personal goals is crucial for success in this role. If you are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on individuals' lives through skill development and empowerment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Functional Skills / Learner Support Trainer.

Why ProVQ?

31% of staff stay with us for 10 years + 99% of staff are proud to work for ProVQ (2024 Staff Survey) 73% of the current management team have progressed internally in the company, including the Managing Director Generous employee discounts scheme Holiday trading scheme Employee assistance programme
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Derby DE1 9TA