JOB DESCRIPTION
POST
RESPONSIBLE
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DIRECT
REPORTS
LIAISING WITH
Construction Tutor/Assessor
Director of Vocational Learning
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All internal and external stakeholders in particular, learners, employers,
managers & parents,
JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of the job is to take responsibility for the tutoring and assessing of learners to gain
timely completions for Construction vocational training programmes specified by the Director of
Vocational Learning. There will be assessment within a workplace environment, portfolio work
and short vocational courses in the Training Centre in line with the organisation’s strategic plan
and KPIs. There will also be a requirement to produce reports for management information and
learner tracking.
MAIN DUTIES
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To be able to teach and assess BTEC Construction Level 1 & Level 2 courses
To deliver short accredited courses in a classroom
To ensure learners receive a review every 10 weeks as a minimum and advise Line Manager
of areas for concern in line with organisational procedures and compliance with funding
organisation
Keep Line Manager advised of ASN/ALN Learners in respect of progression, monitoring and
further needs – learner tracking
To be responsible for the progress and achievement of learners allocated in line with targets
set and KPIs
Interview new learners and undertake Initial assessment and induction as required
To monitor learner progress towards specified qualifications to include Apprenticeships and
other qualifications as specified.
To embed functional skills within qualification
To develop and deliver high quality tutoring sessions, to a minimum of ‘good’, in line with
Ofsted grading guidance, and all related documentation eg lesson plans, SOW, resources etc
To build good relationships with Learners and consider their wellbeing at all times, offering
mentoring as required
To maintain discipline and good behavioural standards of assigned learners
To assess to Awarding Organisation’s standard, assigned learners ensuring the variety and
accuracy of methods used
To ensure good relationships are developed with employers and learners and other external
agencies
To attend external meetings as directed by Line Manager
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Invigilating exams
Undertake monitoring visits in respect of Health & Safety
To identify any health & safety or equal & diversity issues which may affect learners
To identify Safeguarding issues and report to Line Manager in line with Organisational
policies and procedures
To complete all necessary documentation and administration to include assessment and
review documentation, ILPs, filing etc
To assist when requested with the matching of learners to the most suitable employer
opportunities
To contribute to employer and learner recruitment as required
To communicate and co-operate with other members of staff to achieve maximum efficiency
and use of resources
To participate fully in CPD
To attend exhibitions and conventions as required which could include evenings and
weekends
To fully co-operate with the organisation in implementing its policy for providing a safe and
healthy place of work.
To fully co-operate with the organisation in implementing its policy for Equality & Diversity
To fully comply with the Organisation’s policy and procedures for safeguarding
To undertake any other similar duties as required from time to time
To present a professional image and maintain confidentiality at all times
Additional duties agreed at appraisal.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Occasional weekend and evening work may be required
Car owner driver
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On behalf of K2 Development
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Employee
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
POST
Tutor/Assessor
Criteria
Education &
Qualifications
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Method of Assessment
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Certificate
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Experience of managing a
caseload of learners to gain
timely achievement rates
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Application
Interview
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Experience of engaging
employers to maximise work
place for assessment
opportunities
Experience of producing
ILPs for Learners and
maintaining them
Working knowledge of QCF
qualifications appropriate to
occupational competence
Experience of using digital
assessment
Experience of developing
workshops that engage
learners and support their
development
Invigilation of exams
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Application
Interview
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Interview
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Interview
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Interview
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Interview
Ability to deliver and assess
Functional Skills in English
and maths
Able to forge positive
relationships with all
stakeholders
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Interview
Ability to deliver workshops
to a learners of different
ability
Able to produce learning
materials, lesson plans and
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Application
Interview
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Interview
Experience &
Knowledge
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Skills &
Abilities
D32/33 or A1
Level 3 qualification
appropriate to occupational
area
Maintain Occupational
Competence
PTLLS
Health & Safety qualification
Essential/
Desirable
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Interview
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Interview
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resources etc pertinent to
occupational area of
assessment and delivery
Willingness and enthusiasm
to develop the number of
courses presently on offer to
learners at present.
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Interview
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Able to maintain
confidentiality and
professionalism at all times
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Interview
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To recognise H&S
requirements in line with
organisational and legislative
procedures
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Interview
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To adhere to organisational
Policies and Procedures in
respect of Safeguarding
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Interview
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To recognise E&D
requirements in line with
organisational and legislative
procedures
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Interview
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To be able to work
occasional evenings and
weekends to take part in
open evenings and careers
events
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Interview
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KEY COMPETENCIES
Capability
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Team Skills
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Demonstrates required job skills & knowledge
Responds effectively to assigned responsibilities
Listens & accepts direction from management
Takes responsibility for actions
Demonstrates problem solving skills
Ability to learn & use new skills
Uses resources available in an effective manner
Meets attendance requirements
Offers constructive suggestions for improvement
Willingness and enthusiasm to work in a flexible manner within a
team
Meets challenges head on
Generates creative ideas and solutions
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Demonstrates support of the team ethos within own department
Demonstrates support of team ethos when working with other teams
and/or departments
Works effectively with others to reach solutions.
Communication
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Listens effectively to others
Communicates effectively: verbal, email, telephone
Relationships
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Fosters and maintains effective working relationships with staff,
learners and other stakeholders
Works effectively and appropriately with the students
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Personal
Effectiveness
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Leads by example
Finds realistic solutions
Acts decisively, meets problems head on
Demonstrates keen awareness of strategic issues
Effectively prioritises tasks
Responds quickly & well to problems
Meets deadlines
Looks for efficiencies
Manages costs effectively
Develops new strategies where required
Resilience and tenacity when working under pressure and in meeting
targets
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