Description
Permanent contracts
1 x full time needed, 8:30am to 5:00pm, 52 weeks per year
1 x 3 days a week needed (salary will be pro rata), 52 weeks per year
‘Competitive salary for the right candidate’
To work with the Apprenticeship Manager to deliver a high-quality wood occupation apprenticeship programme including classroom and workshop theory and practical teaching. As well onsite (employer based) assessment and reviews in both architectural Joinery and Site Carpentry to all apprentices, that meets Bath College quality expectations, that prepares apprentices in both knowledge, skills and behaviours that meet the needs of the industry, the Apprenticeship Institute and End-Point Assessment criteria to a merit or distinction standard. Manage, review, assess and train a caseload of apprentices who are based in the workplace and are currently undertaking Apprenticeships. To ensure that the success rates of apprentices are at or above the level set by the College.
Bath College is an inclusive education and training community, providing learning for people with a wide range of abilities from a far-reaching area, from entry level to Level 5 programmes. We are committed to meeting the needs of all our students. This is a very exciting time to join the College.
If you feel you can make a positive contribution, please complete the application form, making sure you detailing how your qualifications, skills and experience meet the requirements of the role.
The job posting can close as soon as sufficient applications have been received.
Key Responsibilities
1. To provide induction, assessment, training, coaching, teaching and assessment to apprentices who are undertaking Apprenticeship Programmes and supporting qualification(s)
* Teach, asses, support, advise and assist apprentices during their training both at college and in the workplace.
* Deal with queries when supervising apprentices.
* Participate in the promotional and marketing aspects of the college.
* Undertake initial assessment of apprentices and assist in the apprentice actions planning
2. To assess apprentices’ progress and maintain records of assessments of learning carried out.
* To create an engaging learning programme that inspires and motivates apprentices to improve their knowledge, skills and behaviours in the field of Site Carpentry.
3. To assess apprentices’ progress and maintain records of assessments of learning carried out.
* To create an engaging learning programme that inspires and motivates apprentices to improve their knowledge, skills, and behaviours in the field of Joinery or Carpentry.
* Develop a flexible learning programme that accommodates group delivery and 1:1 delivery, offering a digital learning platform in addition to traditional face to face learning opportunities.
* Deliver knowledge-based learning modules in accordance with the IFA assessment guidelines.
* Conduct regular assessment of learning through workplace observations and professional discussions.
* Create bespoke learning plans for each individual apprentice to stretch and challenge their ongoing development.
* Timely reviews of apprentices progress to ensure apprentices are progressing in line with their individual learning plan, ensuring timely achievements.
* Regular gathering of employer feedback to ensure satisfaction levels are high and apprentice engagement is maintained.
* Ongoing curriculum review to ensure it is innovative and impactful.
* Working with the Functional Skills Team to ensure that functional English, Maths and ICT is embedded into the curriculum, ensuring upskilling in all key areas.
* Use of the college e-portfolio system to evidence and log all learning interventions, demonstrating the ongoing progress of each apprentice throughout their programme duration. Including OTJ hours, apprenticeship standard and attached qualifications are continually moving forwards in a timely manner.
* Deliver in accordance with the standard operating model, ensuring compliance with the ESFA funding guidelines.
* Prepare apprentices for their end point assessment, conducting mock assessments to ensure readiness.
* Working with college and stand IQA to establish and ensure high quality internal pre gateway and qualification checks are carried out regularly.
* Maintain accurate records of apprentice assessments and achievements.
* Accredit successful completion of apprentice tasks including work-based activities in line with college assessment and verification policy, completing all related administrative activities.
* Effective delivery of work-based assessment and monitoring/target setting within the area of competence
Please see attached for the full Job Description
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* Level 2 (e.g. GCSE) English and Maths at Grade C or above Qualified to NVQ Level 3, or equivalent, in a carpentry/joinery discipline.
* Assessor to demonstrate a commitment to complete the TAQA Assessor Award within a 12-month period.
* L5 teaching qualification or equivalent(or willingness to work towards)
* Full UK Driving Licence and use of own vehicle
Please see attached for the full Person Specification
Staff Benefits
* Generous paid holiday entitlement of 40 days, exclusive of College closure days and public holidays. Pro rata for part time roles.
* One Selfie Day per year
* Contributory salary pension scheme (Teachers Pension)
* Continuing Professional Development for all staff
* Laptop Salary Sacrifice Scheme
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Private Healthcare Scheme
* £500 Refer a friend and earn a reward
* Subsidised cafes - at both campuses
* Employee Assistance Programme – Staff have access to this programme. It is a free and strictly confidential short-term counselling and support service (up to six meetings after an initial assessment session with a qualified counselor)
* The College offers an eye sight test for anyone who meets the criteria as described within the Health and Safety (Display Screen Equipment) Regulations.
* Progressive family friendly policies (exceeding statutory requirements) that supports a health work/life balance, all staff are entitled to request flexible working.
* Discounted treatments at the Academy, Bath Campus
* Free parking at the Somer Valley Campus in Radstock
Welcome to Bath College, a vibrant and successful College with two campuses, one in the centre of Bath and one in the rural setting of Radstock.
We pride ourselves on providing training for the region’s future workforce by offering courses in both vocational and traditional academic subjects to students from across Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire and beyond.