The Vacancy
Watertrain, part of RSK Group, is currently recruiting for a Water Treatment Technician Learning & Development Coach to join their team in a permanent, full-time position.
This position is to deliver the L3 Water Treatment Technician apprenticeship course to a cohort of learners.
Watertrain specialise in delivering apprenticeships and qualifications to the water utility sector and this is an exciting time to join their growing team.
We are looking for people to teach the knowledge aspects of the programme to small groups of learners in a classroom setting. We also need people who can do the one-to-one coaching and competency assessment on site with the learner.
Key responsibilities:
1. To plan, co-ordinate, assess and review the learning activities with learners in the workplace.
2. Deliver classroom-based training to a group of up to 12 learners.
3. Conduct training and assessment covering skills and competencies as appropriate on and off site as required and provide a wide range of training solutions based on employer needs.
4. Provide training and/or assessment in appropriate disciplines to a range of learners (new to business & upskilling).
5. Be responsible for a caseload of learners ensuring timely completion within agreed timescales appropriate for level and individual needs.
6. At commencement of the programme work with the employer and learner to agree and create an Individual Learning Plan, setting clear milestones and targets to enable all components of the training programme to be monitored and reviewed on an ongoing basis.
7. Monitor the learner's progress over the duration of the programme ensuring formal reviews between the learner and employer, in line with the individual learning plan, are undertaken as a minimum every 12 weeks.
8. Track and record the vocational progress of learners on a regular basis/as required reporting and taking action in respect of any concerns (including the 20% of the job training).
9. Contribute to and participate in the assessment and quality assurance procedures for all programmes/training provision, including Internal Quality Assurance to the prescribed standards.
10. Contribute to the review and evaluation process in order to ensure year-on-year improvements.
11. Provide feedback on learners' work and assignments, including marking assignments and providing guidance and support to learners.
12. Assess and monitor portfolio of learners' work and ensure completion within agreed deadlines and target dates (including electronic or paper-based portfolios).
13. Complete assessment paperwork to the required audit standards.
14. Comply with internal and awarding and funding organisations quality assurance procedures and standards.
15. Maintain and update knowledge of the subject/professional area and co-operate in any staff development activities required to effectively carry out the duties of the post and to participate in review and development schemes.
16. Comply with safeguarding procedures, ensuring learners understand the importance of safeguarding.
Person Specification:
1. Experienced in water treatment (installation and maintenance of water treatment programmes for water systems, commercial buildings, hotels, and institutional premises) supervisory or management experience.
2. Confident in one's knowledge and experience and excited at the prospect of helping others in their careers.
3. A team player with good IT and communication skills.
4. A willingness to travel and be away from home to deliver on client sites.
5. Looking to work for the UK water sector's largest training provider.
Salary & Benefits:
1. £40,000 per annum.
2. Car Allowance.
3. Access to a range of benefits on our benefits platform.
4. Regular training and development.
5. Life Assurance.
About Us
Watertrain is a UK-leading provider of water-utility qualifications and apprenticeships. We help employers to find solutions to training needs and longer-term staff development through apprenticeship programmes, competency qualifications, and bespoke training. The company joined the RSK Group in May 2022.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
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