EY & TA Apprenticeship Tutor - Cambridge

About Us:We at Best Practice Network share the belief that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education. To achieve that, we support and train the educational professionals who work alongside them to be the best they can be, so in turn, they can transform the lives of children and young people.We're a friendly, DfE accredited, Ofsted outstanding training company providing apprenticeships, professional development and the DfE's 'Golden Thread' (trainee teachers to school Executive Leaders). We are adaptable, collaborative, and genuinely value the work we do to support the education sector, as much as our trainees do.Our people are at the heart of our business and our passion and commitment to education is what drives us. As a result, we have seen incredible growth over the last few years both nationally and internationally.We aim to be an employer where everyone can be themselves, do their best in an inclusive working environment and where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives.About the Role:This post will holistically plan, co-ordinate, mentor and support on training and assessment for apprentices based in the Early Years Education sector from level 2 to level 5 and the Teaching Assistant role. Knowledge and experience from working in the Early Years and or Schools sector will be shared with apprentices to ensure they achieve their programme at the highest possible level and in a timely fashion.Job Responsibilities:AssessmentComplete skills reviews with apprentices and employers and identify skill and knowledge gapsDevelop and take responsibility for the delivery of individual training plans tailored to candidate needsMaintain records relevant to individual candidatesUndertake observations in the workplaceSupport the delivery of high-quality training to exceed awarding body quality standards, includingfunctional skills, in the workplace as appropriate to the candidates' requirementsAssess Skills and behaviours and feedback to learners using the ePortfolio system.TrainingDevelop individual action plans tailored to candidate needsSupport the delivery of training using approved training resources in the workplace to cover Knowledge.Skills and BehavioursEnglish and Maths - Training, monitoring, supporting, recording and reporting to ensure successful completion in partnership with FS specialistProvide tutorial support including key training for the Apprentice (and Employer around Prevent andBritish Values), Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare, Safeguarding and any additional learning support requirementsSupporting with remote online delivery of webinars to groups of apprenticesCo-ordination and SupportMonitor candidate progress and provide support in completion of portfolios, end point assessments and other evidence setting targets to ensure timely completionDetailing, monitoring, recording and reporting of ALSSupply information to employees and employers to support apprenticeship programmesLiaise with Line Managers to facilitate Reviews and appraisalsProvide appropriate data and information regarding the programme and learners as required and contribute to the regular self-assessment monitoring processTake responsibility for the quality of the start-up pack (on-boarding) and evidence base for each apprenticeAttend CPD and Standardisation events as appropriate remotely and at Bristol Head Office three times per year and attend Company Conferences in Bristol as requiredSupport the apprentice and employer as part of the end Point Assessment processAdministrationComplete all relevant documentation in order to progress the signing up and recording of new candidates on the programmeMaintain documentation that records the progress of candidates on programme against specified targetsComplete documentation in relation to visits to employers, candidate reviews, assessment visits and any other such appointments that evidence, support and maintain relationships with candidates and employersEnsure timely achievement of all students on programme and complete the required documentation to achieve Gateway and End Point Assessment.Equality & DiversitySupport and promote equality and diversity at Best Practice Network to ensure equality of opportunity for all students, visitors and staff and the elimination of discriminatory practicesSafeguardingSupport and promote the safeguarding agenda at Best Practice Network to ensure students, visitors and staff are safeguarded.About You:The success of Best Practice Network rests on a very strongly felt and shared set of values which determine its strategic direction. It is crucial that the successful candidate shares our values of student-centredness, equality of opportunity and parity of esteem for staff and students.At Best Practice Network we are:Passionate and excited about learningInclusive and supportiveResponsive to student, employer and community needsAlways aspiring to the highest standardsProfessional and enterprisingInnovative and creativeFriendly and welcomingThe following criteria are used to shortlist applicants and assess candidates. Please show evidence of how you meet these criteria in your application.Essential CriteriaHow MeasuredHold a qualification or have experience in the subject areaApplicationHave up to date industry knowledgeApplication/InterviewHold Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy qualificationsApplication/CertificatesHave experience of working with employers in a training or customer relations roleApplication/interviewAble to develop strong professional relationships with employers and learnersApplication/InterviewHave strong IT skills and be willing to work with e-portfolio'sApplication/InterviewCan motivate learners and ensure they complete on timeApplication/interviewHold a full driving licence, have own vehicle and be willing to travel to customer sites ApplicationHave high levels of motivation and the ability to use own initiativeInterviewDesirable CriteriaHow MeasuredHold an assessor qualificationApplicationHold a relevant degreeApplicationHold an IV/IQA qualificationApplicationExperience of working in Further Education or a similar environmentApplicationEarly Years Advanced Practitioner or Management experienceApplicationOur Benefits:28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays.We pay for a Healthcare Plan once you've passed probation, which includes access to a private GP.From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary.We'll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months.Get 25% off online learning resources for year 1 to GCSE with EdPlace.Choose what flexible benefits you want after you've passed probation - this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars and give as you earn.