Electrical Training Officer

Job Opportunity: Electrical Training Officer
Location: Home-based with regional travel (North East) (Newcastle Area)
Salary: Up to �37,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)

Overview:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced electrician to transition into a rewarding role as an Electrical Training Officer. Join a leading charity and training provider in the UK, dedicated to shaping the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

Job Purpose:

The Electrical Training Officer will provide high-quality assessment and support services, managing a caseload of apprentices in alignment with the Regional Business Plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with employers to source new apprentice placements and arrange college enrollment, ensuring they understand their responsibilities and assessment requirements.
• Engage with schools and careers services to promote career opportunities to relevant audiences.
• Conduct apprentice reviews and validate skills gap analyses to ensure accurate initial assessments and appropriate pathways for candidates.
• Complete Pre-Placement Vetting for employers according to established procedures.
• Adhere to safeguarding and Prevent policies, promptly reporting any concerns.
• Assess evidence against National Occupational Standards (NOS) in line with company and awarding organization requirements.
• Provide constructive feedback and establish SMART targets for apprentices.
• Set indicative gateway timescales based on initial assessments and achievable learning objectives.
• Support timely submission and mapping of evidence (VARCS).
• Facilitate pre-End Point Assessment (EPA) training, confirming apprentice readiness at the gateway.
• Identify apprentices at risk of non-completion and implement necessary interventions.
• Collaborate with the monitoring team to address queries and issues from employers, learners, and related parties promptly and professionally.
• Build and maintain relationships with external partners, assisting with industry events and promoting products and services.
• Maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with awarding organization standards.

Person Specification:
Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Electrician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, Electrotechnical NVQ3, and Certificate in Electrical Installation Theory and Practice Level 3.
• Verifiable industry experience as a qualified operative or practitioner.
• Current IET wiring regulations certification (e.g., 18th Edition) or willingness to obtain upon appointment.
• GCSEs in English and Maths (A-C, 9-4), NVQ Level 2, O-Level (A-D), or equivalent qualifications.

Desirable Requirements:

• Recognized Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely).
• Assessor qualifications (e.g., D32, D33, A1, or TAQA).
• 2391 or equivalent Testing and Inspection qualification.
• Knowledge of the building services engineering and related industries.

Please note that an Enhanced DBS check will be required for this position.

Application Process:

If you're ready to make a difference and build a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply today!

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