English Language Service Assessor - Bradford, United Kingdom - SkillsHouse Bradford

Description

Job Description

Support the English Language Service & Partnerships Manager to develop appropriate provision and fill gaps, whilst meeting the goals and outcomes of SkillsHouse strategic business plan; To actively take part in community engagement activity and employer engagement on behalf of the Council and work closely with SkillsHouse partners district-wide.
To map, collate data and assess learners new to English and signpost on appropriate ESOL provision to increase access to mapped ESOL opportunities in the Bradford District.
You will be working on a fast-paced programme. We are looking for an experienced person who has a good understanding of ESOL provision and barriers faced by residents whose first language is not English.

Temporary post for 12months.

The post holder should be willing to work evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays as required by the needs of the service.

Must be able to perform all duties and tasks with reasonable adjustment, where appropriate, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 in relation to Disability Provisions.

Must be able to travel to any location in the District.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main Responsibilities

• Reporting to and to work with the English Language Service & Partnerships Manager to identify the best way to gather relevant data of ESOL learners, particularly those not currently engaged; for example, people who want to learn English, but do not know it is available; people who want to learn English but cannot access it (waiting lists/eligibility) or unwilling to access ESOL provision and identify barriers for both potential and current learners.

• Build partnerships with providers and key stakeholders to reduce duplication, improve the progression pathways for ESOL learners, increase knowledge of funding available for ESOL, and similar activities which increase the options and quality of provision for new and existing ESOL learners.

• Facilitate the development and agreement of a common framework to assess learner needs and English Language levels for the District. Initially assess ESOL learners against Adult ESOL Core Curriculum Standards and where appropriate, sign-post non-ESOL learners to relevant agencies/ departments, including ICT, Literacy, Information, Advice and Guidance, employment support etc. to ensure smooth referrals.

• Work with a network of ESOL providers in the District to help place learners into existing classes, where suitable provision exists using the data collected. Undertake outreach work to offer regular registration and advice (initial assessment) to potential learners and be responsible for the placement of learners to meet the project outcomes.

• Collect, input and share data regularly and in a timely manner via ESOL provider networks, workshops and other means, statistics on waiting lists and learners' needs, in order to assist ESOL providers in filling gaps in provision through direct involvement in mapping of the ESOL provision in the District.

• Support the development of marketing strategies and contribute to the planning of events to improve engagement of priority groups in mapped and coordinated ESOL provision.

• Engage and work with SkillsHouse Employment Advisers, Locality ward officers and with ESOL providers and community groups, promoting a joint service internally and externally.

• Develop an effective Engagement Strategy to undertake mapping of the ESOL provision by building a network of a wide range of partners that have an interest in English Language learning in the District.

• Share good practice, promote joint CPD and contribute to providing benchmarking data and ensure the monitoring of external funding streams is in accordance with the requirements of the funding bodies.

• Take part in quality assurance activities and self -assessment of the service; implement effective teaching and learning strategies and contribute to the preparation of reports.

• Contribute to reports required for the project for the SkillsHouse advisory board, contractual monthly meetings; submit case studies and for other relevant areas within the Council, for example, Stronger Communities.

• To carry out any other duties requested by the English Language Service & Partnerships Manager, relevant to this role.

Minimum Qualification Level

Level 3

Essential and Desirable Skills

• 2 years' experience of assessing and providing ESOL provision in a service area relevant to the specific post.

• Cambridge CELTA or Trinity Certificate in TESOL.

• Experience of assessing ESOL learners and matching with appropriate provision.

• Experience of supporting the progression of ESOL learners for different needs.

• Experience of developing the capacity for ESOL delivery, including providing training and supporting tutors and organisations.

• Experience of quality assurance and implementation of teaching and learning in accordance with the Ofsted framework

• Experience of reporting and presenting to a range of audiences.

• Experience of partnership working with a range of stakeholders including community organisations and a range of statutory and voluntary sector services.

Training Provided

Yes