Position Purpose

Our client is looking to recruit a Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship Coach to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship Standards, with a proven track record of achievement. They will hold a degree in Youth Support Work and a teaching qualification and/or assessor award.

Utilising your experience in your specialist field, you will have an in-depth understanding of the professional apprenticeship standards you will be responsible for delivering.

The Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship Coach will be responsible for delivering outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practices that engage and inspire apprentices to fulfil their individual potential and develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to successfully achieve their Apprenticeship Standard.

All Learning & Development Coaches working with our client should have the ability to inspire learners through personal credibility and professional confidence.

Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following

• Undertake learner inductions and identify training and support needs to ensure appropriate training is provided. Determine whether additional support is required and confirm that each learner is enrolled on the correct level and Apprenticeship Standard.
• Conduct a robust review of learners’ existing knowledge, skills and behaviours to identify recognised prior learning and develop an appropriate learning plan.
• Facilitate initial assessments in Maths and English using the e-portfolio system to determine the appropriate level of support and teaching required. Where necessary, deliver Functional Skills and ensure apprentice needs are met appropriately and within agreed timescales.
• Effectively plan and deliver apprenticeship programmes that enable learners to demonstrate the skills, knowledge and behaviours required by the relevant Apprenticeship Standard.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the End-Point Assessment Plan relevant to each Apprenticeship Standard. Prepare apprentices for end-point assessment by ensuring they are competent and confident in all required assessment methods.
• Plan and monitor learners’ Off-the-Job Training (OTJT) in line with their individual learning programmes and applicable funding regulations.

• Conduct learner reviews to monitor progress and establish SMART targets.

• Undertake progress reviews with learners and their managers to monitor and evidence progress against the required knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Effectively manage the progress and performance of learners within the assigned caseload.
• Complete all relevant documentation and maintain accurate records in accordance with funding and awarding body requirements.
• Deliver teaching and learning on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in line with the qualification being undertaken and our client’s policies and procedures.
• Deliver teaching and learning on Safeguarding and Prevent in line with the relevant qualification and our client’s policies and procedures for safeguarding young people and adults.
• Provide appropriate Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) throughout the programme and support learners with progression opportunities upon completion.
• Be available to participate in OTL, IQA, EQA and Ofsted visits as required.
• Maintain and complete Continuing Professional Development (CPD) records accurately and within the required timescales.
• Ensure learner progress reports are accurate, up to date and submitted to the manager as required.
• Maintain regular contact with your manager. Notifying them immediately of any learners at risk or any emerging issues. Ensure learner withdrawals are completed and submitted promptly.
• Meet individual Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including learner progress, timely completions, learner retention, Functional Skills completion and compliance.

Qualifications, Education, Experience and Skills:

Desirable Experience and Knowledge

• Previous experience working within the work-based learning sector and delivering Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship Standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework (EIF) requirements.
• Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards and End-Point Assessment (EPA) processes.

Skills and Competencies

• Previous experience of using e-portfolio systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
• Knowledge of SharePoint is desirable.

Qualifications and Education

• A degree in Youth Work is essential.
• An A1 Assessor Award, TAQA qualification or equivalent is preferred; however, this may be undertaken in the role.

Desirable Qualifications

• Functional Skills Level 2 in English, Maths and ICT, or equivalent.
• A teaching qualification, such as a Certificate in Education (CertEd) or Award in Education and Training (AET).

Other Requirements

• Must be eligible to live and work in the UK and willing to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
• Must hold a clean, valid driving licence and have access to their own vehicle. Be willing to travel as required.

Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to  keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.