The chosen candidate will be a high performing, qualified, experienced, and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working as part of a team and has a thirst for delivering high quality and service to all concerned parties. Experience in the delivery of Apprenticeship Standards and the differences in the sector post 2017 reforms is highly desirable.
This will include supporting the entire learner journey, including:
· Enrolment / induction and initial assessment
· Racing specialist equine care teaching, learning and assessment
· Coaching / mentoring
· Delivery of Functional Skills English and math
· Supporting the wider curriculum (PREVENT, British Values, Safeguarding, ICT, Information, Advice and Guidance, etc.)
· Correct completion of mandatory paperwork to evidence all aspects of the learner journey to an auditable standard
You will work closely with learners and employers and report to your Area Manager, as well as being fully supported by a Curriculum Specialist for the delivery for your learners to achieve the required Functional Skills and Internal Quality Assurers (IQA’s) to ensure a high level of quality throughout the delivery of the programme.
Essential industry specific experience:
Considerable/Proven recent and extensive experience working in the equine sector
Up-to-date, relevant, deep, and broad experience of working within the racing industry in management or at level such as i.e., head lad/lass, yard manager, senior instructor
Passion for work-based learning
Experience in the occupational area of the apprenticeships including practical and current knowledge of working practices, infrastructure, tools and technologies to support applications
Occupational competence with a comprehensive and proven track record of service in the equine and racing industry supported by a detailed and documented CPD record
Extensive knowledge and experience of horse anatomy, physiology, and welfare
Comprehensive experience of best practice for workplace saddlery, equipment and clothing used and how to maintain it
Demonstrable knowledge of safe working practices in an equine and racing environment including routine yard, field duties and horse husbandry
Full Driving Licence - Due to the nature of the job role and the geographical location of our customers, driving will be an essential part of the role.
Essential qualifications:
Work-based Diploma in Level 3 Work Based Diploma in Horse Care and Management or Racehorse Care and Management or BHS Stage 3 Care and Ride or be working towards and have the ability to undertake them successfully within probation period
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and math or ability to undertake them successfully within probation period
Experience of working with and maintaining quality assurance processes and complying with regulatory requirements
Commitment to continuous professional development relevant to the industry area being assessed
Essential knowledge, skills, and behaviours:
Have working knowledge of the equestrian and racing sector
Produce excellent written and verbal communication skills with substantive experience of providing supportive, concise feedback to learners, assessors and key stakeholders
Have experience of producing clear, accurate and detailed written reports, including remarks / enquiries about results
Be a self-starter, with drive, ambition and investigative skills
Demonstrate effective time management with the ability to prioritise, plan and organise effectively
Have the ability to build a strong working relationship with employers, learners and colleagues
Demonstrate outstanding integrity and interpersonal skills and behaviours and confidently deal with a wide range of people
Be able to work on own with initiative and maturity but also able to work as a team player with a ‘can do’ attitude and a good sense of humour
Have a customer focused commercial awareness
Have the ability to offer guidance on careers advice and next steps after completing an Apprenticeship Be aware of delicate and sensitive areas of confidentiality
Have proficient IT skills that include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Desirable or willingness to work towards:
Holding or working towards an assessor qualification (A1/A2/D32/D33/TAQA or equivalent qualification)
Relevant teaching qualification (minimum PTTLS) or Education and Training Level 3 or 4
Level 2 ICT
Experience of preparing for and presenting to a target audience
Experience of marking and grading assessments
For further information on this job role, please contact us or 01443 749000
Educ8 Training Group is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and expect all employees to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake a satisfactory DBS check in line with their job role.
£23,400 - £26,500 a year plus many benefits
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