Reference: VA40 Location: Expanse Learning Wigan School, Tyrer Avenue, Wigan, WN3 5XE Salary: Competitive Salary Work Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hrs p/week) Responsible to: Assistant Head Teacher (QE) Closing Date: 06/12/2024 Safeguarding Statement Expanse Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to satisfactory disclosure and clearance prior to employment. Job Purpose The post holder will lead tuition of construction at Expanse Learning Wigan School. As a tutor, the post holder will engage with teaching and learning activities under the direction and supervision of the Senior Management Team. The post holder will ensure high quality teaching and learning of construction over a range of courses and levels. These will be taught to young people aged between 11 and 25 who have a variety of special educational needs and challenging behaviours. Aside from teaching and learning activities the post holder will support the Shared Services manager to maintain and develop the school environment to ensure it is fit for purpose, inviting, and well maintained. Key Tasks and Activities: To plan and deliver construction courses to young people who for a variety of reasons struggle in mainstream education. Units of delivery may vary in accordance with the skill set of the tutor, but may include - Brickwork, carpentry, joinery, plastering, painting and decorating, electrical wiring and circuits, wallpapering, plumbing, health and safety and tiling. To ensure health and safety, safeguarding and well-being of learners in the teaching environment. To create and maintain a suitable teaching environment which lends itself to the various elements of the construction industry and meets all health and safety requirements. To be responsible for the progress and achievement of learners who access the construction curriculum. To plan and deliver construction courses at a variety of levels and maintain appropriate course files to meet the required standards set by the accrediting bodies To build and maintain successful relationships with learners, treat them consistently with respect and consideration and be concerned for their development as learners. To demonstrate and promote the positive values, attitudes and behaviour they expect from the learners with whom they work. To work collaboratively with colleagues and seek help and advice when necessary. To update and consider learners IEPs, risk assessments and Education and Health Care Plans and ensure the learners are supported accordingly. Outside of teaching time, to contribute towards the upkeep and maintenance of the school environment. Teaching and Learning Activities: To use clearly structured teaching and learning activities that interest and motivate learners and advance their learning. To communicate effectively and sensitively with learners to support their learning. To promote and support the inclusion of all learners in the learning activities in which they are involved. To use behaviour management strategies, in line with the schools policy and procedures, which contribute to a purposeful learning environment. To work with learners on a one-to-one basis and in small groups. To be able, where relevant, to guide the work of other adults supporting teaching and learning in the learning environment. To recognise and respond effectively to equal opportunities issues as they arise, including by challenging stereotyped views, and by challenging bullying or harassment, following relevant policies and procedures. To organise and manage safely the learning activities, the physical teaching space and resources. Planning and Expectations: To plan and prepare lessons. To select and prepare teaching resources that meet the diversity of learners needs and interests. To write schemes of work for the units being delivered To plan opportunities for learners to learn in out-of-centre contexts, in accordance with the schools policies and procedures. Thus, advancing careers prospects and progression into further employment, education or training. To create and update a course file relevant to the subject criteria Monitoring and Assessment : To evaluate learners progress through assessment of portfolios along with a range of other assessment activities. To monitor learners responses to learning tasks and modify their approach accordingly. To monitor learners participation and progress, providing feedback to management and giving constructive support to learners as they learn. To contribute to maintaining and analysing records of learners progress. Knowledge and Understanding: To have sufficient understanding of the construction industry and practice in order to support learning and are able to acquire further knowledge to contribute effectively and with confidence to the classes in which they are involved. To be familiar with the curriculum, the age-related expectations of learners, the main teaching methods and the testing/examination frameworks in the subject and age ranges in which they are involved. To demonstrate an understanding of the aims, content, teaching strategies and intended outcomes for the lessons in which they are involved and understand the place of these in the related teaching programme. To know how to use ICT to advance pupils learning and can use common ICT tools for their own and learners benefit. To know the key factors that can affect the way learners learn. To be fully aware of the statutory frameworks relevant to their role. To know the legal definition of Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and be familiar with the guidance about meeting SEND given in the SEND Code of Practice. To be able to deploy a range of strategies to establish a purposeful learning environment and to promote good behaviour. To have experience in the construction industry. Personal Development and Well-Being: To support the schools drive for high standards by treating learners with respect and, in turn, insisting on politeness, punctuality and good standards. To maintain high expectations of all learners, respect their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds; and are committed to raising their educational achievement. To demonstrate the ability to liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and carers recognising their roles in learners learning. To be able to improve your own practice, including CPD, training, observation, evaluation and discussion with colleagues. Environment and Supervision: To ensure that the personal working environment is clean and tidy, well presented and welcoming To participate in schools duty rota as directed Key Performance Indicators: Attendance and participation of target group Proportion gaining appropriate accreditation in construction. Student and parent/carer level satisfaction. The appearance and opportunities created within the workshop Person Specification Essential: Experience and background in construction including bricklaying, general site health and safety Hold relevant certificates within industry field Teaching qualification such as AET/CET/PTTLS/PGCE Good level of Literacy and Numeracy Grade C or equivalent Creative and passionate for training/learning Ability to develop others Proven track record of meeting targets The ability to identify potential barriers to learning and to plan strategies to overcome these barriers Good communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent written and spoken English Self-motivated and well organised Excellent IT skills with programmes such as Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and SharePoint Willingness and ability to be flexible and go above and beyond as and when needed Team player with ability to work on own initiative and meet set timescales Effective Customer Care Skills Willingness to undertake personal & professional development in relation to your role and business needs To uphold North Wales Trainings Core Values Hold a full U.K. driving licence and has access to vehicle Person Specification Desirable: A1 (D32/33) or TAQA - training can be provided Safer Recruitment: All successful candidates are subject to the following security checks. Please refer to our Safer Recruiting Policy for further information: o Verification of the applicant's identity (where that has not previously been verified) o The receipt of two references (one of which must be from the applicant's most recent employer) which Expanse considers being satisfactory o Where the position amounts to "regulated activity the receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the DBS which Expanse considers to be satisfactory o Where the position amounts to "regulated activity" confirmation that the applicant is not named on the Children's Barred List/Vulnerable Adult Barred List. o Verification of the applicant's medical fitness for the role o Verification of the applicant's right to work in the UK o Prohibition from teaching checks o Satisfactory social media and Internet Searches It is unlawful for Expanse Learning to employ anyone who is barred from working with children. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to apply for a position at Expanse Learning. All applicants will be made aware that providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected, or summary dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and referral to the police and/or the DBS. How to apply: If you are interested in being considered for this position, please apply online via Expanse Learning Jobs Section (https://www.expanselearning.co.uk/job-opportunities/). Please include an up-to-date CV with covering letter addressing the person specification For a confidential discussion please contact the Recruiting Manager, on 01942 877715 opt.1 or email: myfutureexpansegroup.co.uk Please complete the equal opportunities form that will be sent to you on receipt of your application.