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Job description

To be responsible for the delivery and assessment of qualifications in Essential Skills Training - ICT/Digital Skills in accordance with standards laid down by the Awarding Organisation. To be responsible for ensuring each Programme participant has the opportunity to achieve accreditation in which is necessary to progress in training and work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the guidelines of training programmes designed to increase the economic activity of learners
• Assess individual training needs in relation to the required level as part of a formal induction process
• To take appropriate action to ensure each candidate has the maximum opportunity to attain a relevant qualification appropriate to ability
• To agree and compile Assessment Plans with each learner that outlines how the targeted qualification will be delivered and achieved
• To create and maintain a warm, welcoming and supportive environment responsive to the needs of participants presenting with barriers to learning
• To ensure all participants are provided with a high level of pastoral care support

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Educated to 5 GCSE’s Grade C or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths
• A minimum of a Level 3 qualification/ Degree in ICT as per DfE requirements
• A minimum of one year previous experience delivering Digital / Essential Skills ICT qualifications to Level 2
• Experience of standardisation within a working team

Desirable Skills

• Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or UUJ Certificate in Teaching (CIT)
• A working knowledge of current Training & Employment Programmes
• A minimum of 1 year working with unemployed and young school leavers