Job Description

PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN'S ACT 1989)

Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).

This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.

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BACKGROUND TO THE POST

Warwickshire College Group works in partnerships with the King's Trust to deliver the Team Programme. This provision is offered at a variety of locations according to demographic need, these include a variety of locations in: Coventry and Warwickshire, Birmingham, Worcestershire & Leicestershire.

This post will be based in Coventry.

The programme is specifically designed to engage with 16-25 year olds who are not in education, employment or training (NEETs) and provides them with an opportunity to reengage in learning, participate in community projects, team work, and attend residential visits and individual work placements. Participants to the programme may exhibit challenging behaviours and the post holder will be expected to work effectively with this group.

The programme gives young people a unique opportunity to work as a team in undertaking worthwhile and challenging activities.

The Team Leader role is crucial to the success of the Programme.

The Team Leader will deliver the 12 week programme face-to-face with young people and work closely and effectively with local agencies and organisations to recruit team members. At the end of the 12 week programme, the post holder is expected to evaluate the programme and write reports.

The Team Leader will also undertake the Award in Education and Training to support the delivery of the programme at the earliest opportunity following appointment. Further training may be identified and required as directed by the line manager.

Further details about the Programme may be found at www.kingstrust.org.uk

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment of the team of young people, including liaising with training managers, employment services, careers officers, employers, youth organisations, hostels, Job Centre Plus, schools, colleges and other external agencies as necessary.

Deliver the team programme face-to-face.

Set team and students programme objectives, to meet both team and individual needs and deliver the expected learning outcomes.

Liaise with community organisations and agencies to plan, prepare and supervise appropriate team projects and individual placements for students.

Work with the Programme Co-ordinator to plan and deliver a quality assured team programme which includes all the required elements.

Provide leadership and guidance to the team, taking responsibility for their health, safety and welfare including appropriate disciplinary procedure, medical protocols and risk assessments.

Work with other Team Leaders and the Co-ordinator to plan and effect a strategic response to the needs of this cohort of students.

Conduct regular meetings for evaluation, review and assessment with the whole team on an individual basis.

Keep appropriate records of the team's and each individual's performance and progress by utilising the College's internal quality systems e.g. registers.

Submit regular reports on the Team to the line manager and make significant input to staff team discussions, planning, review and evaluation and the curriculum area SAR.

Organise progression appointments for each team prior to the end of each programme.

Organise and lead 3 residential weeks with the Team during the academic year.

Other such duties as are necessary for the maintenance and development of the Team Programme

In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties. The College will provide training.

The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

To ensure a safe working environment for colleagues, students, and visitors in line with the HASAW Act and the College Health and Safety Policy.

SAFEGUARDING

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults for whom you are responsible and whom you come into contact with.

LEAVE ENTITLEMENT

The College offers a generous leave entitlement to support staff, of 38 days leave (includes 25 days leave, 8 statutory Bank Holidays, 4 College closure days at Christmas and an annual Relaxed Day). This will rise to 41 days after 5 years' service.

HOURS OF WORK

The post holder will be expected to work such hours as are necessary for the proper performance of their duties and responsibilities, normally 37 hours per week, including some evenings and possibly an occasional Saturday and 3 residentials per academic year as planned.

PLACE OF WORK

The initial place of work will be at Rugby College, however the post holder may be required to work on either a temporary or an indefinite basis at any premises as needed, or within the local community in Warwickshire.

OFFERS OF WORK

For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

When you join WCG we offer you a whole host of employee benefits, including:

? Generous leave entitlement plus up to 4 free College Closure days a year

? Comprehensive training programme

? Leadership & Management training programme to develop our next generation of managers

? Superb health and wellbeing support with Wellbeing@WCG

? The opportunity to join our voluntary health cash plan run by Health Shield

? Discounted Full Cost Recovery courses

? Cycle to work scheme

? Discounted hair & beauty treatments in our college salons

? Pension schemes

? Free will writing service

? Free car parking on-site

TEACHING QUALIFICATIONS

WCG has supportive teacher training pathways to help new colleagues thrive from day one. If you're not yet teacher qualified, don't worry -- you'll follow a tailored training route linked to your role, with full guidance from our Quality Department after your appointment.

Essential

Attainments

Level 3 qualification Good general education including GCSE, A-C grades in English and Maths or equivalent Experience of working effectively with groups of young adults. Experience of working effectively with people with challenging behaviours. Experience of planning, organising and completing practical projects. Ability to demonstrate leadership and team building skills. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, including report writing skills. Excellent organisational skills. Knowledge of the local community, its voluntary organisations and agencies. Working knowledge of information technology such as e-mail, the internet and other software applications. A driving licence free of major endorsements and the use of a motor vehicle/or the ability to find alternative means of travel to attend business related activities that would satisfy the recruiting panel. A First Aid qualification or a willingness to gain this qualification. A nationally recognised teaching qualification or willingness to complete and achieve the Certificate in Education and Training.

Desirable

Attainments

Experience of delivering accredited programmes. Possession of Assessor Awards (A1 or D32/D33), City & Guilds 7306/ 7303 or a Youth Leaders award (or equivalent) Possession of mini-bus driving licence or PCV if applicable or a willingness to gain this licence Previous experience working in the following sectors/roles; youth leader, youth worker, youth mentor, youth instructor/coach, activities leader, sports coach, charity worker, education leader and SEN support or related positions.

Candidates should apply by sending a copy of their CV to jobs@wcg.ac.uk

When selecting applicants for shortlisting, the panel will consider the requirements listed in the Person Specification above. You are, therefore, advised to ensure that your application addresses the issues raised by providing examples/evidence.

We are conscious of the time and effort spent on applications. We do thank you for your interest. Due to the number of applications the College receives we are unable to provide feedback for candidates who are unsuccessful at shortlisting, however we aim to notify all successful candidates within 1 week of the closing date. The College regrets that it is unable to pay expenses incurred by attendance at interview

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,878.00-27,333.00 per year

Benefits:

Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have experience working with young adults, and working with people with challenging behaviours? Please detail. Do you have knowledge of the local community, its voluntary organisations and agencies? Do you have a driving licence free of major endorsements and the use of a motor vehicle/or the ability to find alternative means of travel to attend business related activities that would satisfy the recruiting panel ? Do you have a First Aid qualification or are willing to obtain it? Do you have a teaching qualification or are willing to obtain it?
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 10/08/2025
Reference ID: CS11894