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Trainer/Assessor – Residential Care

Job Purpose:

To deliver high-quality training and assessment to learners in the residential care sector, ensuring they develop the skills and knowledge required to excel in their roles.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Training and Assessment:

1. Participate in the recruitment, enrolment, and induction processes for new learners.

2. Deliver engaging and effective training sessions in various environments, including classroom, workplace, and online settings.

3. Develop comprehensive training programmes, lesson plans, and assessment materials tailored to the residential care sector.

4. Conduct ongoing assessments and provide constructive feedback to learners, ensuring they understand their progress and areas for improvement.

5. Provide individualised support to learners, referring them to external resources or services as needed.

6. Contribute to the overall enrichment of the learner experience by promoting participation in relevant activities and events.

7. Maintain a professional and conducive learning environment that fosters growth and development.

8. Ensure that training materials and resources reflect best practices, positively impacting retention, attendance, and achievement rates.

9. Engage in quality assurance processes to uphold educational and assessment standards.

10. Prepare learners for a range of qualifications and assessments specific to residential care.

11. Maintain accurate and detailed learner records, including reports and references.

12. Set and monitor personal targets and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) in accordance with faculty and college policies.

13. Participate in open days, recruitment events, and other promotional activities to enhance the profile of the training programme.

14. Assist in the development and enhancement of training programmes related to residential care.

Additional Duties:

1. Foster a training and learning environment free from discrimination, encouraging individuality and diversity among learners and staff.

2. Be responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners.

3. Uphold and embody the college’s values and mission in all professional duties and responsibilities.

General Responsibilities:

1. Undertake further training as identified in the college review procedures.

2. Actively engage in the college’s quality assurance procedures.

3. Follow safe working practices in accordance with relevant health and safety regulations and risk assessment measures.

4. Comply with and promote the college’s Health and Safety policies, ensuring the health and safety of yourself and others.

5. Understand, comply with, and advocate for the college’s Safeguarding policies and procedures.

6. Understand, comply with, and promote the college’s Diversity policies and procedures.

7. Engage in continuous professional development to stay current in the field of residential care.

8. Perform other reasonable duties as required and review this job description annually in collaboration with your Line Manager.

Safeguarding Commitment: The selection process will include an exploration of the candidate’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable individuals.

Notes:

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and performance expectations of the role. It is not exhaustive and may be amended by the college following consultation with the post holder. The job description, duties, and performance outcomes will be reviewed annually with the Line Manager, and any changes must be approved by a member of the Senior Management Team.

Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we act as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary or contract vacancies, we act as an Employment Business.

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