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Job description

The Skills Coach will provide in work support and assist trainees to develop vocational skills, whilst also liaising with other programme staff to ensure the effective delivery of the programmes we provide.

Responsibilities

• To provide direct, in work support and to share in completion of work with trainees in accordance with delivery expectations.
• To be particularly aware of trainee’s individual needs and abilities, whilst also motivating them to achieve their potential.
• Assist in planning for the day-to-day work, so that trainees can sample different job roles and develop new skills.
• Completion of daily observation records for trainees supported, to ensure progression and development of the trainee’s skills.
• Maintain a good standard of working practice- setting example to others and maintaining good working relations with Staff, Employees, Trainees, Suppliers and Customers.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 Level Two qualifications including, literacy and numeracy, (e.g. G.C.S.E, NVQ Level 2, BTEC, Level 2) OR At least 2 years relevant experience (within the last 5 years) in a similar role.
• Ability to work using own initiative, including effective prioritisation of tasks and ability to work to agreed aims and objectives.
• Ability to build rapport and adapt to trainees needs, which can require thinking on your feet.
• Knowledge and experience of working with individuals with additional needs and the barriers they face.
• Awareness of current Safeguarding legislation
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral. Self-Motivated, Energetic & Confident.
• Experience and good knowledge of I.T and database systems including ability to use MS office (Word, Excel) Internet and Email.

Desirable Skills

• Level 3 qualification or above (e.g. A-Level, NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3).
• Experience of sublimation printing and heat pressing.
• Production/Manufacturing Experience
• Experience of working within a social firm.

Further Information

This post will be based in Ballymena. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated self-starter to become a member of the AEL team and is funded by National Lottery Community Fund.