Role:	Skills Coach
Reports to:	Operations Manager
Purpose:	Teach, train and assess caseload of learners using distance learning tools and technologies. Develop learners Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours in delivery of Apprenticeships Standards and Advanced
Based:	Home-based
Basic Salary:	£23.5-£30K

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and support the required number of learners in line with KPI’s
• Act as the primary contact for both the learner and employer
• Plan and deliver remote 121 teaching, learning and assessment in accordance with Eden delivery models
• Arrange learner bookings in accordance with the delivery calendar
• Accurately record Guided Learning Hours (GLH), Impact of Learning via the learners Personal Learning Plan
• Actively promote, support, encourage the learner to continually update GLH learning log booklet prior to 121 visit
• Review learner progress in accordance with operational, quality requirements, KPI’s
• Motivate/drive learners to achieve in line with planned end date
• Support the achievement of Functional Skills qualifications
• Report learner progress and engagement issues through the internal Cause for Concern (CFC process)
• Monitor Health & Safety, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Safeguarding within employer settings in line with Eden’s health and wellbeing processes & policies
• Provide effective IAG service to both internal and external clients/customers
• Manage own time effectively to progress learners including completion of paperwork and updating of systems to minimum standards
• Attend the centre as required to undertake IQA quality checks, caseload review/121, peer support, training
• Maintain communication with Skills Assessor, Skills Teacher, FS Tutor to maximise the progression and achievement of learners
• Remain up to date with current trends and themes inspected by Ofsted
• Ensure Functional Skills delivery is consistent with IQA and regulatory standards
• Continually develop working knowledge (CPD) of EYFS and Ofsted requirements, specifications and standards
• Promote Eden Training Solutions at every opportunity with employers and learners, as well as all other internal and external parties
• Actively market business and learner progression opportunities
• Carry out any additional duties as reasonably requested by line management

Mandatory Qualifications:

• A*- C GCSE English (or Equivalent)
• Children’s Care Learning & Development (Level 3), Childcare & Education (Level 3), Early Years Care & Education
• (Level 3) or equivalent/higher qualification
• TAQA or equivalent qualification (eg: D32/33, A1, CAVA) (Or a willingness to work towards)
• Desirable qualifications:
• Foundation/honours degree in Early Childhood Studies
• Teacher, training qualifications or equivalent (eg: PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, Cert-Ed)
• Paediatric First Aid Certificate (L3)
• Teaching Assistant (Level 3), Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (Level 3), Diploma in Childcare and
• Education (Level 3) or equivalent/higher qualification

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise own workload
• Good ICT/digital skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals to learn and achieve through face to face and remote media interactions
• Experience of Ofsted Inspection
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Problem solving skills
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Supervisory experience
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities, Cultural Diversity and the Safety, Health and Welfare of self and others

Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Extensive experience as a Teaching Assistant

Other requirements:

• Full enhanced DBS check will be required

Benefits:

• Employee incentive schemes
• 25 days annual leave (increasing 1 per year to 28 days) plus Bank Holidays, Birthday and Employee Wellbeing Days
• Long service awards
• Company pension auto enrolment scheme
• Annual Golden Ticket winner (nominated by peers) £1,000
• Excellent learning & development opportunities