We have a fantastic opportunity to join our exceptional Apprenticeships and Business Development department as a Brickwork Skills Coach/Assessor.
The Brickwork Skills Coach is responsible for supporting and guiding their apprentices through the identified standard and to assess their vocational knowledge and competence against the national standards, ensuring the apprentice understands the technical knowledge and skills needed to undertake their job role
This is a great opportunity to share your passion, knowledge and experience with the next generation of industry professionals.
Please note that this is a Part Time role working 18.5 hours per week.
There is the potential for a market supplement/uplift to be added to the salary for this role dependent on experience and skills.
Responsibilities include:
To undertake timely assessment of apprentices to the national standards and to record all assessment decisions to meet the awarding body/ professional body requirements in line with the assessment cycle
Manage a caseload of apprentices to include, setting SMART targets to ensure timely progress and achievement all required components of the apprenticeship
To undertake timely workplace observations, where appropriate and upload all related work activities and progress information into the apprentice management system in a timely manner, allowing accurate tracking of apprentice progression
Facilitating regular Masterclasses
Plan and agree OTJ requirements with employer and apprentice monitor completion and ensure met in full to meet ESFA requirements
Plan and complete TLA visits every 4-6 weeks as a minimum to meet ESFA requirements
Support and monitor all apprentices who require ALN / ALS for those identified and where required.
Plan and complete with the apprentice and employer 12 weekly reviews covering progress towards the required knowledge skills and behavior and to include personal development behaviors and welfare and functional skills development and achievement
The Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.
Education & Training
GCSE 4 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
Minimum Level 3 Qualification in Brickwork.
Assessor Award or working towards
Experience
Current knowledge and relevant occupational experience in the assessment area – Brickwork
Proven experience of accurately and timely assessing in the workplace/classroom
Experience delivering Level 3 apprenticeships or similar qualifications.
Familiarity with apprenticeship standards and End Point Assessment processes.
For an informal discussion about the role, please email [email protected]
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.
RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
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We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
We shall not be liable for any fee /commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.
Bradford College
At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.
Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.
We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.
Benefits of working at Bradford College:
Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.
If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.
Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.
Please be aware it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.
