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About MTC Training
MTC's vision is to develop a training capability that embeds adaptable knowledge, skills and behaviours that future proof UK manufacturing. Aligning technical content identified in MTC's core business to our apprenticeship and commercial (engineer upskilling) is at the core of our strategy.
The Vacancy
About MTC Training
MTC's vision is to develop a training capability that embeds adaptable knowledge, skills and behaviours that future proof UK manufacturing. Aligning technical content identified in MTC's core business to our apprenticeship and commercial (engineer upskilling) is at the core of our strategy.
Job Purpose
The Apprenticeship Skills Coach is required to ensure apprentices receive support, guidance and encouragement to succeed in their apprenticeship programme.
The role will also require you to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application in the workplace with employers.
You will also be involved in the development of new curriculum to ensure that it is focussed on industry practice and the learner journey.
Person Specification
All aspects of the role are to be carried in adherence to the MTC values: one team together, insatiable curiosity, pursuit of the best and enterprising spirit.
In addition:
* Be able to operate across all MTC Training and client locations
* Be customer and quality focused
* Be approachable, and able to handle issues with sensitivity and confidentiality
* Able to work independently with own initiative and in a team
* Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
* Highly articulate and presentable
* High levels of organisation skill and attention to detail
* Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people
Key Activities
* Manage a caseload of engineering and manufacturing apprentices
* Monitor the health, safety and welfare of apprentices.
* Provide end to end information, advice and guidance on skills development, End Point Assessment and career development
* Monitor and record progress against the Standard to ensure apprentices are developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required prior to their planned end dates
* Conduct regular documented progress reviews with apprentices and their employers as per funding rules
* Monitor apprentice off-the-job records
* Complete any funding/MIS documentation such as Breaks in Learning, withdrawals on a timely basis
* Plan and complete assessment of development competence qualifications
* Plan and complete assessments of apprentice’s knowledge, skills and behaviours development, and build subsequent action plans for improvement where required
* Use coaching methods in partnership with training centre colleagues and employers, to help apprentices develop and apply knowledge, skills and behaviours in their workplace
* Build and maintain relationships with apprentices and their employers to facilitate effective communication and collaboration ensuring that apprentices complete their apprenticeship within the planned duration
* Provide regular caseload progress updates to the Leadership Team
* Collaborate with Business Development colleagues to identify repeat and new business.
Communication
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Effective questioning technique
* Proficient in IT to communicate accurate and timely information
* Empathic to understand challenges and emotions
* Adaptable to work with diversity and individual needs
Innovation
* Be creative in the approach to supporting and developing apprentices
* Encourage apprentices to be curious and explore new ideas
* Encourage apprentices to think creatively, prototype solutions, and iterate.
* Adapt coaching techniques based on feedback, adjust strategies as needed, and remain flexible
* Utilise digital tools and platforms to enhance coaching
* Maintain own professional development in knowledge and skills, staying informed on relevant health and safety practice, industry trends, and best practice that supports guidance for apprentices
Knowledge
* Strong background and experience of engineering (mechanical or electrical or electronic, multi-skilled is preferable)
* An understanding of assessment methods and techniques
* An understanding of coaching methods
* An understanding of engineering Apprenticeship Standards
* An understanding of apprenticeship funding rules
* An understanding of End Point Assessment
* An understanding of Safeguarding and the Prevent Duty
* Ideally have experience of using e-portfolios (ideally Smart Assessor)
* Ideally have experience of using learner management systems, such as Pro Monitor
Qualifications
Essential:
* Level 3 Engineering qualification
* Recognised teaching qualification or willing to gain this.
* Recognised Assessor qualification, such as A1 or Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement.
Desirable:
* Functional Skills Level 2 / GCSE's or equivalent in Maths and English grade C or above.
* Recognised Quality Assurance qualification, such as V1 or Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
* Recognised coaching qualification
* Higher qualification (level 4 or above) in an Engineering discipline
* Digital training qualifications relevant to education. For example, Microsoft Learn badges
Vetting Checks
Learners’ safety and wellbeing is of paramount importance to all MTC Training employees. All individuals are expected to actively contribute to our culture of safeguarding and vigilance to ensure learning is delivered in the safest environment possible.
Shortlisted candidates are subject to safer recruitment screening, including but not limited to:
* Employment history check,
* Right to work check,
* Identity check,
* Two references,
* Qualification check,
* Industry prohibitions check (applies to programme delivery and assessment roles),
* Public online activity search,
* Enhanced DBS with children’s barred list check.
The successful applicant will be required to promptly complete training relating to safeguarding and prevent and is expected to undertake ongoing training in relation to children’s safety and wellbeing.
The successful applicant will be expected to maintain our safeguarding culture and contribute to it by supporting the Designated Safeguarding Lead and safeguarding team.
The successful applicant will be required to adhere to our Code of Conduct and share our commitment to the welfare of children.
About The MTC
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.
The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.
Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.
Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.
The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.
Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.
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