Technical Trainer

Middlesbrough College Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Tees Valley is seeking a Technical Trainer. This role involves planning and conducting training for apprentices, managing assessments, and developing individual learning plans. Candidates should have a Level 3 Machining qualification or equivalent and experience in industry is essential. The position also requires strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to helping learners succeed. Flexible working hours and a driving license are necessary for this role.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus statutory Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Level 3 Machining qualification or similar/equivalent is essential.
• English and Maths GCSE grade C or above is essential.
• Industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct and participate in induction and assessments.
• Develop and manage units within the Machining BTEC.
• Maintain relationships with employers and recruit learners.
• Assess knowledge and skills against NVQ programmes.
• Monitor learners' progress and ensure achievement standards.

Skills

Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards

Empathy with young people

High level of self-motivation

Well-developed interpersonal & communication skills

Ability to motivate others

Education

Level 3 Machining qualification or similar/equivalent

English and Maths GCSE grade C or above or equivalent

TAQA or A1 assessor qualification, or willing to work towards

Teaching qualification, or willing to work towards

Job description

Annual leave: 30 per annum plus statutory Bank Holidays

The Technical Trainer is responsible for a caseload of learners participating in training. Technical Trainers contribute to the design and delivery of learning programmes and assessments, to enable participants to successfully achieve their qualifications to include full Apprenticeship standards. Technical Trainers liaise closely with Employers and have a key role in developing learners to achieve their learning goals and inspiring them to overcome barriers.

Responsibilities/Key Tasks

• To plan, conduct and participate in induction and initial assessment of learners to identify realistic learning priorities and, in liaison with the employer, develop individual learning plans and agree realistic completion targets. This will include ensuring that employers have a full understanding of the requirement for Apprentices to complete off the job training.
• To develop, deliver and manage units within the Machining BTEC.
• To develop, manage and maintain good relationships with external partners, local employers and appropriate agencies to recruit learners.
• To provide information, advice and guidance to learners and employers to promote learning and timely achievement of the agreed learning aims and SMART objectives.
• Assessment of knowledge, skills and behaviours, and the delivery and assessment of Apprenticeship Standards and competencies against NVQ programmes where required.
• To maintain a minimum caseload of learners. Assist them to achieve qualifications and the Apprenticeship Standard and prepare them for End Point Assessment.
• Develop business with existing employers and identifying new opportunities.
• To work in a team to plan and deliver a structured scheme of work and develop lesson plans that meet the learning needs of learners and the delivery and assessment of knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Support the continued evaluation of learning needs and objectives, through regular review and attendance as required at best practice groups.
• To comply with the contractual standards with emphasis on recruiting participants, managing retention and achievements.
• To establish a purposeful learning environment, where learners feel safe, secure, confident and valued.
• To meet targets and support the organisation in the delivery of its’ corporate strategy.
• To conduct health and safety risk assessments of employers / potential employers ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, prior to finalising a contract work based training.
• In consultation with the employer, monitor and review learners’ progress in the work place to ensure the achievement of qualification standards.
• To contribute to the performance management of the programme, monitoring key performance indicators, such as learner numbers, attendance, timeliness of achievement.
• To participate in the continuous improvement cycle through programme and self-assessment reviews, attendance at staff meetings, working groups, development projects and activities related to the Education Inspection Framework.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Level 3 Machining qualification or similar/equivalent – Essential
• English and Maths GCSE grade C or above- or equivalent – Essential
• TAQA or A1 assessor qualification, or willing to work towards- Desirable
• Teaching qualification, or willing to work towards – Desirable.
• Award in Internal Verification or V1, or willing to work towards - Desirable.

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards - Desirable
• Empathy with young people.
• Desire to assist learners achieve their career and learning aspirations.
• High level of self-motivation - ability to work on own initiative.
• Clear proactive approach to planning, organising, prioritising workload.
• Well-developed interpersonal & communication skills.
• Ability to achieve deadlines and targets.
• Ability to motivate others and influence work behaviours.

Experience

• Industry experience – Essential
• Practical occupational experience as required by Code of Practice and relevant awarding bodies.
• Experience of working in a commercial and industrial setting
• Proven track record of consistently achieving performance targets.
• Proven track record of imparting skills and learning to others.
• Knowledge of monitoring sub contracted provision - desirable.

Other

• Must have use of a car and hold a current driving licence
• Be able to work flexible hours and locations as required