JOB DESCRIPTION POST RESPONSIBLE TO DIRECT REPORTS LIAISING WITH Construction Tutor/Assessor Director of Vocational Learning None All internal and external stakeholders in particular, learners, employers, managers & parents, JOB PURPOSE The purpose of the job is to take responsibility for the tutoring and assessing of learners to gain timely completions for Construction vocational training programmes specified by the Director of Vocational Learning. There will be assessment within a workplace environment, portfolio work and short vocational courses in the Training Centre in line with the organisation’s strategic plan and KPIs. There will also be a requirement to produce reports for management information and learner tracking. MAIN DUTIES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • To be able to teach and assess BTEC Construction Level 1 & Level 2 courses To deliver short accredited courses in a classroom To ensure learners receive a review every 10 weeks as a minimum and advise Line Manager of areas for concern in line with organisational procedures and compliance with funding organisation Keep Line Manager advised of ASN/ALN Learners in respect of progression, monitoring and further needs – learner tracking To be responsible for the progress and achievement of learners allocated in line with targets set and KPIs Interview new learners and undertake Initial assessment and induction as required To monitor learner progress towards specified qualifications to include Apprenticeships and other qualifications as specified. To embed functional skills within qualification To develop and deliver high quality tutoring sessions, to a minimum of ‘good’, in line with Ofsted grading guidance, and all related documentation eg lesson plans, SOW, resources etc To build good relationships with Learners and consider their wellbeing at all times, offering mentoring as required To maintain discipline and good behavioural standards of assigned learners To assess to Awarding Organisation’s standard, assigned learners ensuring the variety and accuracy of methods used To ensure good relationships are developed with employers and learners and other external agencies To attend external meetings as directed by Line Manager • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Invigilating exams Undertake monitoring visits in respect of Health & Safety To identify any health & safety or equal & diversity issues which may affect learners To identify Safeguarding issues and report to Line Manager in line with Organisational policies and procedures To complete all necessary documentation and administration to include assessment and review documentation, ILPs, filing etc To assist when requested with the matching of learners to the most suitable employer opportunities To contribute to employer and learner recruitment as required To communicate and co-operate with other members of staff to achieve maximum efficiency and use of resources To participate fully in CPD To attend exhibitions and conventions as required which could include evenings and weekends To fully co-operate with the organisation in implementing its policy for providing a safe and healthy place of work. To fully co-operate with the organisation in implementing its policy for Equality & Diversity To fully comply with the Organisation’s policy and procedures for safeguarding To undertake any other similar duties as required from time to time To present a professional image and maintain confidentiality at all times Additional duties agreed at appraisal. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Occasional weekend and evening work may be required Car owner driver Signed: __________________________________ Date: ____________________ On behalf of K2 Development Signed: __________________________________ Date: ____________________ Employee 2 PERSON SPECIFICATION POST Tutor/Assessor Criteria Education & Qualifications • • • • • Method of Assessment Application Certificate E D E D • Experience of managing a caseload of learners to gain timely achievement rates E Application Interview • Experience of engaging employers to maximise work place for assessment opportunities Experience of producing ILPs for Learners and maintaining them Working knowledge of QCF qualifications appropriate to occupational competence Experience of using digital assessment Experience of developing workshops that engage learners and support their development Invigilation of exams E Application Interview D Application Interview E Application Interview D Application Interview Application Interview Ability to deliver and assess Functional Skills in English and maths Able to forge positive relationships with all stakeholders D E Application Interview Ability to deliver workshops to a learners of different ability Able to produce learning materials, lesson plans and 3 E Application Interview E Application Interview Experience & Knowledge • • • • • • Skills & Abilities D32/33 or A1 Level 3 qualification appropriate to occupational area Maintain Occupational Competence PTLLS Health & Safety qualification Essential/ Desirable D • • • E D Application Interview Application Interview • resources etc pertinent to occupational area of assessment and delivery Willingness and enthusiasm to develop the number of courses presently on offer to learners at present. E Application Interview • Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times E Application Interview • E To recognise H&S requirements in line with organisational and legislative procedures Application Interview • To adhere to organisational Policies and Procedures in respect of Safeguarding E Application Interview • E To recognise E&D requirements in line with organisational and legislative procedures Application Interview • To be able to work occasional evenings and weekends to take part in open evenings and careers events D Application Interview 4 KEY COMPETENCIES Capability • • • • • • • • • • • • Team Skills • • Demonstrates required job skills & knowledge Responds effectively to assigned responsibilities Listens & accepts direction from management Takes responsibility for actions Demonstrates problem solving skills Ability to learn & use new skills Uses resources available in an effective manner Meets attendance requirements Offers constructive suggestions for improvement Willingness and enthusiasm to work in a flexible manner within a team Meets challenges head on Generates creative ideas and solutions • Demonstrates support of the team ethos within own department Demonstrates support of team ethos when working with other teams and/or departments Works effectively with others to reach solutions. Communication • • Listens effectively to others Communicates effectively: verbal, email, telephone Relationships • Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with staff, learners and other stakeholders Works effectively and appropriately with the students • Personal Effectiveness • • • • • • • • • • • Leads by example Finds realistic solutions Acts decisively, meets problems head on Demonstrates keen awareness of strategic issues Effectively prioritises tasks Responds quickly & well to problems Meets deadlines Looks for efficiencies Manages costs effectively Develops new strategies where required Resilience and tenacity when working under pressure and in meeting targets 5