Teaching Specialist- Southampton

Teaching Specialist- Apprenticeships Locations Available: Southampton Employment Type: Permanent About the Company This thriving training provider is a DfE-accredited, Ofsted Outstanding organisation dedicated to empowering education professionals to achieve exceptional outcomes for children and young people. They deliver apprenticeships, professional development, and leadership training with a focus on collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation. Renowned for excellent employee retention and genuine career opportunities, the organisation provides flexibility, autonomy, and robust support. Many team members have recently been promoted, demonstrating the company’s commitment to internal growth. Benefits: • Competitive Salary: £29,400 – £33,600, plus an annual bonus. • Work-Life Balance: 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 33 days with service) and the option to buy or sell holidays. • Health & Well-Being: Dental care benefits and private GP access post-probation. • Flexibility: Options to enhance your package, including extra holiday, gym membership, and more. • Career Development: Genuine opportunities for growth and progression. About the Role As a Teaching Support Apprenticeship Trainer/Assessor, you will mentor and support apprentices in Teaching Assistant (Level 3) and Specialist Teaching Assistant (Level 5) programmes. You’ll play a pivotal role in planning training, conducting assessments, and providing tailored guidance to ensure apprentices achieve their qualifications. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct initial skills reviews to identify individual learning needs and develop bespoke training plans. • Deliver engaging and high-quality training sessions, both in person and online, covering Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours aligned with apprenticeship standards. • Provide tutorial support on safeguarding, British Values, Prevent, and other critical topics. • Assess learners’ work-based performance, offering constructive feedback to aid progression. • Support apprentices in functional skills development (Maths and English), working with specialists as required. • Monitor progress, ensuring timely completion of portfolios and preparation for End Point Assessments. • Maintain accurate documentation and reports to track learner progress and compliance. • Build strong relationships with employers, acting as a key point of contact to support workplace learning and development. • Identify and provide additional learning support (ALS) needs, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity. • Participate in CPD and standardisation meetings to maintain up-to-date knowledge of apprenticeship standards and best practices. • Promote mental health awareness, online safety, and career guidance as part of the learner journey. About You Essential Qualifications & Experience: • A recognised Teaching Qualification ideally at Level 5, higher level three will be considered • Extensive experience working as a Teacher or Higher Teaching Assistant • Level 2 qualifications in Numeracy and Literacy. • Strong knowledge of apprenticeship programmes and the ability to support diverse learners. • Experience collaborating with employers to enhance apprenticeship delivery. • Proficiency in IT systems and ePortfolios. • A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle, with a willingness to travel. Desirable Qualifications & Experience: • Assessor, teaching, or IQA qualifications. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of teaching professionals while enjoying a supportive and flexible working environment. Interested? Contact Simon Atkins at Pertemps on (phone number removed) for more information or to apply