Apprenticeship Trainer & Skills Coach in Specialist Education (Part time 0.6 FTE)

This trainer and skills coach post sits in the Apprenticeships department at Oaklands College, part of the group’s professional training offer launched in 2024. The role delivers training, coaching and assessment to apprentices in support and specialist support roles, from enrolment to completion. It is a 0.6 FTE post built around regular workplace visits and close work with employers, with a focus on SEND and specialist education settings. Applicants need experience delivering apprenticeship or workplace learning and a working knowledge of apprenticeship standards.

What the job involves

• Take ownership of the apprenticeship journey from enrolment to successful completion
• Deliver training, coaching and assessment to apprentices in specialist education and support roles
• Support apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by apprenticeship standards
• Carry out workplace visits, progress reviews and assessments with apprentices and employers
• Monitor progress, set targets and ensure qualifications are achieved on time
• Develop and agree individual training plans with apprentices and employers, aligned to standards and funding rules
• Build effective relationships with employers to support workplace learning
• Give employers regular updates on apprentice progress and achievement
• Keep accurate records to support quality assurance, compliance and funding
• Contribute to learner achievement, retention and positive outcomes across programmes

What’s required

Experience

• Experience delivering training, coaching and assessment in an apprenticeship, educational or workplace learning setting
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and vocational training delivery
• Experience supporting learners in specialist education or SEND settings

Skills & knowledge

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organisation and time management across multiple priorities
• Works independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills with a learner-focused approach
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital systems for learning and reporting
• Understanding of SEND and specialist education environments

Other

• Passion for learner success and helping individuals reach their potential
• Commitment to an outstanding apprenticeship experience for learners and employers
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding

What’s offered

• On-site gym access at the St Albans campus, subject to time restrictions
• Private healthcare options
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial wellbeing support and staff discounts
• Generous holiday allowance
• Continuous Professional Development and staff training opportunities
• Staff Development Days and Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support

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