School Business Professional Tutor

The LMP Group is made up of 3 separate companies but with a collective mission to inspire ambition. LMP provides opportunities and supports social change across the UK. The focus is on education and social impact; working together to bring about positive and sustainable development.
The companies include Let Me Play Ltd. which trades as LMP Education, Inspire ATA Ltd. and LMP Action C.I.C. The various departments within these 3 companies serve schools, businesses and individuals across the UK through apprenticeships, traineeships, employability programmes, adult education, alternative education, enrichment and holiday camp programmes. Let Me Play was established in 2004 and employs over 180 people across the UK.
We are extremely proud of the awards and recognition we have received within the industry. We are driven to always deliver the best skills training and development for learners and organisations. We have recently been awarded Best Companies 2 Star 'Outstanding to work for' award for 2022. We were rated; Top 100 mid-sized companies to work for in the UK; Top 50 mid-sized companies to work for in London and Top 3 Education & Training providers in the UK.
About you
The apprenticeship tutor will run and deliver apprenticeship programmes across the UK. The role will require the successful candidate to have a good understanding of the delivery of apprenticeship standards and frameworks.
An LMP tutor will inspire and ensure that every person that goes through an apprenticeship programme with us will have an opportunity to thrive and succeed. Tutors will also be responsible for mentoring learners during their work placements and ensuring they are in a safe environment where they can progress and learn.
Key responsibilities:
Administrative & Strategy
Prepare and produce scheme of work and session plans as directed by the Quality Team.
Deliver Functional Skills qualifications as part of an apprenticeship.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate records (e-portfolio and caseload tracker) for each individual learner according to internal procedures.
Provide progression, retention and achievement information for the course being taught.
Contribute to the self-assessment process which informs continuous improvement.
Ensure electronic diaries are kept up to date at all times with detailed appointments.
Any other duty which, from time to time, may reasonably be required to meet the needs of the business.
Coaching & Collaborating
Deliver apprenticeships up to level 5 (if applicable).
Undertake appropriate initial assessment of learners to ascertain their starting point on the course.
Assess learner's performance in the workplace.
Work with employers in order to maintain engagement and curriculum sequencing.
Carry out regular progress reviews with learners in order to track progress towards timely completions.
Provide on-going information, advice and guidance with learners in order for them to reach their aspirations.
Deliver training on 1:1 or group basis - face to face or online
Keep up to date with curriculum development in the relevant subject areas.
Deliver inclusive and high-quality courses, materials and opportunities to all learners, and actively seek to eliminate any indirect or direct discriminatory practice or behaviours.
Training & Compliance
Comply with the internal quality assurance strategy in order to ensure that assessments are delivered to a high standard.
Undertake appropriate training as identified through the observation and line management process.
Achieve good levels of compliance by maintaining timely records on Smart Assessor.
Qualifications
Subject specific industry qualifications at level 3 or above (essential).
Teaching, learning and assessment qualification e.g. Assessor awards certificate in education (desirable).
Experience
Three years industry experience as a school business manager or similar roe in a school and/or academy.
5 years' experience of working in an education training and development environment.
Managing the full learner journey; initial assessment, IAG, diagnostic, teaching-learning-assessment, including classroom and 1:1 delivery.
Experience using e-portfolio systems e.g. SMART Assessor.
Knowledge & Skill
Understanding of frameworks and standards up to level 5 with different relevant awarding bodies.
Knowledge of funding streams and funding requirements for the delivery of apprenticeships and skills programmes.
Ability to support and motivate learners through difficult and challenging times.
Excellent time management skills and ability to manage own diary.
Proven knowledge of effective teaching, learning and assessment practices to engage learners.
What's in it for you (remuneration & benefits)?
£30,000 - £35,000 per annum
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.
Confidentiality
The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about clients, staff and other LMP stakeholders. Some work is confidential, and information gained must not be communicated to other persons except in the recognised course of duty. The post holder must always meet the requirements of the General Data Regulation Act.
Safeguarding, Prevent & Equal Opportunities
The LMP Group are committed to anti-discrimination and equal opportunities for all. We are equally committed to Safer Recruitment Policies, Safeguarding, the Prevent Duty and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. To achieve our commitment, we will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust safeguarding processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our staff and volunteers
Pre-employment checks
Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment the company completes digitalized right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
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