Kibble is Scotland’s specialist provider of services for at risk children and young people. By providing a range of integrated services, we help build positive futures for children and young people aged 5 plus, with complex social, emotional and educational needs.
Job Purpose:
Kibble is committed to supporting the development of an appropriately and professionally qualified workforce which we believe is pivotal in the design and delivery of outstanding services as we strive to leave positive impacts on the lives of our young people, whilst developing a best-in-class workforce.
This role is key to the delivery of the Learning and Development strategy and vision to lead on the provision of professional qualification for the LAAC sector in Scotland and the UK.
The Learning and Development officer will predominately focus on the delivery of SVQs (Full and Partial awards) in Social Services/Children and Young People, for our staff who require this in order to meet their minimum registration requirements. They will also be expected to be involved in other training and L&D activity.
Main Duties:
* Deliver SVQ in Children & Young People at levels 3 and ideally at level 4.
* Support, advise and motivate learners to ensure their success and positive outcomes.
* Work closely with the Workforce Development Manager to coordinate qualification nominations and help Kibble meet its registration requirements.
* Observe learners in their place of work to gather evidence towards their qualification.
* Organise and maintain documentation on learners’ progress, including updating online systems.
* Deliver and support other Learning and Development interventions, including but not limited to Induction and practice-based training.
* Evaluate all learning activity using effective methods and provide recommendations for improvement.
* Maintain accurate records of training activity, attendance, and evaluation results.
* Keep up to date with the latest trends and best practices in the learning and development sector through professional CPD.
* Manage relationships with external training providers and partners as required.
* Support the implementation of the organisation's learning and development strategy.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
* Hold a minimum of SVQ 3 and/or SVQ 4 in Social Services/Children and Young People or equivalent.
* Meet the registration requirements with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for Children and Young People.
* Possess an Assessor award (e.g. D32/33, L&D9I).
* Must have a valid Driving License.
* Proficient in using Microsoft products – Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
* Good organisational skills and ability to work in a busy team or independently.
* Understanding of the Modern Apprenticeship framework including the use of FIPS and other SDS platforms.
* Teaching or training qualification such as AET, PTTLS, TQFE, TAP, CERT Ed.
* Experience of delivering on-the-job training to staff within a care environment.
Notes:
1. This job outline reflects the main tasks and responsibilities discharged by the post holder at the present time; however, Kibble reserves the right to alter or amend the content of this job outline to reflect changes to the job or services provided, while maintaining the overall character and level of responsibility for the post.
2. All duties must be carried out in a way that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity, and respect for all individuals, consistent with Kibble’s stated policy on equal opportunities.
3. The successful candidate will be subject to PVG Scheme Membership. Having previous convictions will not automatically disbar you from working at Kibble (with the exception of offences against children or other vulnerable groups) and every case is taken on an individual basis.
4. Appointments will be subject to a twelve-month probationary period.
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