At a Glance
- Tasks: Support apprentices in developing skills and provide constructive feedback for their progress.
- Company: New College Swindon, committed to equal opportunities and community inclusivity.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team with a focus on learner development and career growth.
- Other info: Full driving licence needed; travel for workplace assessments is part of the role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in apprentices' lives while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Relevant engineering qualification and recognised assessor qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
What you'll do:
- Assess apprentices in the workplace against qualification standards.
- Support learners to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours.
- Provide clear, constructive feedback to support progress.
- Monitor and track learner progress to ensure timely achievement.
- Work closely with employers to support apprentice development.
- Maintain accurate assessment records and documentation.
- Ensure compliance with awarding body and quality standards.
What we're looking for:
- Assess engineering apprenticeship standards, including Machining, Mechatronics, and Engineering Technician, ensuring learners meet required competencies and industry standards.
- Hold a relevant engineering qualification (Level 3 or above), demonstrating strong technical knowledge across engineering disciplines.
- Possess a recognised assessor qualification (essential), ensuring high-quality and compliant assessment practice.
- Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills, enabling effective planning, feedback delivery, and documentation management.
- Adopt a proactive and supportive approach to learner development, providing guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback to help individuals achieve their full potential.
- Hold a full driving licence with willingness to travel, supporting on-site workplace assessments and employer visits.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.
Safeguarding Statement: New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
Coach / Facilitator in Swindon employer: New College Swindon
New College Swindon is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With a commitment to safeguarding and inclusivity, employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on learners' lives in a vibrant community setting. The college's focus on engineering apprenticeships ensures that facilitators can engage with industry standards while enjoying a fulfilling career path.
