Vocational Learning Coach – Motor Vehicle

Location: Middlesbrough

Salary: Up to £19,466 - £20,875 Per Annum

Hours: Monday – Friday, 37 hours per week - Term Time Only 40 weeks

Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Job Purpose: To be the Specialist Additional Learning Support advisor in the Curriculum Area, having an input into planning and preparing for lessons and assisting individuals or a group of learners during their attendance at college. To be the Specialist Additional Learning Support advisor within the Motor Vehicle department. To plan and deliver a wide range of challenging, relevant learning and work experiences that ensure all learners can develop and apply the skills, knowledge, behaviours and attitudes required for the 21st Century learning, life and work. 

Key Responsibilities

• To be the Specialist Additional Learning Support advisor within the Motor Vehicle department.
• To work closely with the Curriculum area and have an input into planning and preparing for lessons.
• To ensure learning support is provided in all classes within the Curriculum area as managed by the Vocational Instructor including assisting with the modification and preparation of learning materials. (Maximum of 30 hours per week on timetable).

• To prioritise the High Needs of adult learners when required.
• To attend regular Additional Learning Support Good Practice Forums, Vocational Learning Coach, and ‘At Risk’ meetings, regularly reporting Curriculum developments to the Deputy Manager (ALS).
•  To link with the Vocational Student Engagement Officer to ensure that the attention, Retention and Achievement of the students with Additional Support Needs are monitored especially the High Needs/ SEN students.
• To work closely with the Deputy SEN Manager in the transition of students into College including supporting with taster sessions, student interviews and parents evenings.
• The role of the Vocational Learning Coach will also be to assist an individual or a group of learners during their attendance at College. This will include, but not be limited to, the following duties:
• To liaise with teaching staff to ensure the best possible service is provided to the student(s) and that practices implemented are in line with college policies and procedures.
• To encourage the student(s) to develop independent learning and study skills
• To participate in the implementation of the Quality Procedures in relation to Additional Learning Support.
• Where appropriate (including in exams) assist the student with note taking, reading, writing and acting as a prompt.
• To attend ALS team meetings and multi-agency meetings when required.
• To show an active commitment to the College's Equality & Diversity Policy, Quality Frameworks and Health & Safety Procedures.
• To actively participate in Continuous Professional Development including the introduction of new technologies to allow you to contribute effectively to the success of the College.

Requirements

• An appropriate Level 2 qualification or equivalent, in supporting students with learning difficulties/care or the commitment to complete within an agreed timescale
• Grade C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• A commitment to undertake any mandatory training relevant to the role.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues.
• Knowledge of the process of assessment of risk.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Can demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with staff and students at all levels.
• Knowledge of/experience in working with students with learning difficulties and disabilities
• Demonstrate and evidence Vocational experience in the Motor Vehicle sector.

For more information please contact Travis Townsend at Imperial Recruitment Group.