Apprenticeship Mentor - Derby, United Kingdom - Protocol

Protocol

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Derby, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Protocol are currently working with with an OFSTED rated 'Good' outstanding Training Provider in the recruitment of an ICT Apprenticeship Mentor.

This very challenging role sits alongside the IT Trainer to directly support the apprentices throughout their training period and you are the link between the us the training provider and the employer.

There is a diverse range of apprentices, and you will support them through high quality training across a range of IT qualifications from Level 3 to Level 4.

You and the trainer will bring to life the IT qualification, along with the apprenticeship standard guidelines, you are responsible for the regular reviews with the students in the workplace and classroom, as well as for the administration related to student reviews, up until the completion of the End Point Assessment.

You will be providing blended academic and pastoral advice, guidance and support as well as ensuring a safe and conducive working environment for our learners.

Relationships with employers are of prime importance and you will need to foster and build on these relationships for the benefit of the students in their programme.

A large proportion of students are within the 16-24 age group and are undertaking an apprenticeship, however our students will be from all ages and backgrounds, so you will be continuously striving to build, maintain and improve relationships with them in order to achieve the best results for all.

You will always consider and adhere to our company values whilst representing us:

Collaborate, Innovate, Integrity, Service, Impact, Respect._

Main Responsibilities__
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Maintaining current professional knowledge within the IT field and undertake CPD activities as required.
Assessing and supporting learners towards the successful completion of their qualification.
The support, advising and motivation of learners.
Using eportfolio system to record learner's progress.
Construction and maintenance all learner documentation to reflect learner's characteristics and meet quality standards and funding compliance.
Working to ensure learner outcomes are achieved in a timely manner.
Ensuring all learners are given constructive feedback on growing their knowledge, skills and behaviours.
Promote and embed Equality and Diversity, Safeguarding, British Values, Prevent and Health and Safety to all learning sessions.
Communicate any issues or concerns about learners to your line manager and designated Safeguarding Officer as appropriate.

Required Skills and Personal Qualities

Essential:

Relevant occupational competence within an IT environment.
Organisational skills are a must, as well as the ability to plan your time effectively.
Quality driven and prepared to go the extra mile for your learners.
Must be an excellent communicator who is learner and quality focused.
The ability to collaborate with others and contribute towards targets.
Ability to work under pressure, manage your time effectively and work on your own initiative.
Excellent analytical, decision making and problemsolving skills.

**Desirable:
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Extensive knowledge of the apprenticeship accreditation process.
Experience of delivering Apprenticeship qualifications including Functional Skills.
Knowledge of the BCS apprenticeship qualifications and EPA process.
A full drivers' licence, access to own vehicle.

Why work for us?

A familyoriented, progressive business with a culture of support and development
We have embraced the working from office and home balance and continue to appreciate the value of our employees doing both, to support the business and personal needs
Clear career progression routes set with achievable targets and review points
Quarterly social activities, paid Christmas party and ad hoc socials
Senior Management have an opendoor policy
20 days holiday + Bank holidays + Christmas Shutdown
The Derby Training Hub is within 100m of the Derbion Centre for Shopping and Food Outlets
The Nottingham Training Hub is within 300m of Nottingham Market Square for Shopping and Food Outlets

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