Children's Residential Assessor/Trainer
Polaris · Aston, England ·
Job Description Polaris CommunityChildren's Residential Assessor / TrainerLocation: Nationwide - HybridContract: Full Time, PermanentHours: 35 hours per weekSalary: Up to £30,000 per annum, dependent upon experienceBenefits£2,000 car allowance per annumExpenses paid on top of car allowance30 days' annual leave, rising to 35 days with length of service, plus bank holidaysCompany pensionLife AssuranceEmployee Discount SchemeMedical Cash PlanAbout UsWe are Polaris, one of the UK's leading communities of children's services providers.
Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies that have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, as well as residential, education and bespoke children's services contracts.
Our nurturing community works collectively to support the very best outcomes for every child in our care. We're ambitious for our children and young people, families and staff, and we believe in their futures. Through our therapeutic children's homes, set in a variety of urban and rural communities, our residential services support young people's emotional, social, mental and academic progression, enabling them to grow and reach their full potential.
Role DetailsWe're looking for a passionate and experienced Children's Residential Assessor / Trainer to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to adult learners working towards their Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification within the Polaris Community.
We're also open to applicants with strong occupational competence in residential childcare who hold a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare and are looking to step into an assessing role. This is a hybrid role, so you'll mainly work remotely while also completing face-to-face visits when required, depending on your caseload.
As Polaris develops its training provision, the caseload will grow over time. You'll guide learners through an individualised and compliant learning journey from induction to completion, helping them build the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to succeed within residential childcare services across the Polaris Community.
Role ResponsibilitiesConduct initial assessments and skills scans to identify prior learning and experience and tailor training plansDeliver engaging, high-quality teaching and assessment in residential childcareSupport and motivate learners to achieve successful progression and timely completionProvide tailored learner support through a blended approach of face-to-face visits and remote sessionsProvide constructive feedback and maintain accurate learner recordsMonitor learner progress and ensure compliance with awarding organisation and regulatory standardsPrepare learners for End-Point Assessment (EPA), including mock assessments and gateway readiness checksLiaise closely with managers to ensure workplace relevance and supportPromote safeguarding, equality and diversity throughout deliveryAbout YouLevel 3 or higher qualification in Residential ChildcareFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel for learner visitsRecognised assessor qualification, such as CAVA, TAQA or A1, or willingness to work towards the CAVA qualificationExcellent communication and organisational skillsAbility to work independently and manage a caseload of learnersDesirable CriteriaTeaching qualification, such as Diploma in Education and Training (DET), Certificate in Education and Training (CET), PTLLS, Award in Education and Training (AET) or CertEdConfidence using digital platforms such as Microsoft Teams and e-portfolio systemsExperience supporting learners with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgroundsExperience delivering training through blended or hybrid learning modelsFor an informal conversation about this post, please contact Clare Makepeace, Apprenticeship Service Manager, on 0779 1317115.Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
The successful applicant will be subject to a DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Community. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We reserve the right to withdraw this advert without notification.