Training Consultant in Early Years Education and Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 17 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £21,900 to £28,438 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2024 |
| Location: | Consett, County Durham |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 5 days per week |
| Company: | Derwentside College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2413 |
Summary
Why Derwentside College?
Derwentside College is one of the top performing colleges in the region for its employer and student satisfaction. We are an ambitious organisation and as a large provider of apprenticeships we are leading the way in delivering a range of outstanding services to learners and employers.
In recent years, the Childcare department, has grown beyond expectations and is now proud to be working with some major employers, not only locally but also nationally. At the same time, the hard work and commitment of the team have ensured continued outstanding success. As a result of this, we are now seeking to appoint a number of talented individuals with extensive experience in working and/or training in Childcare, Teaching Assistant settings to join our team and play an instrumental role in this high performing department.
What you will do?
You will be passionate about training individuals and have experience of working in a Senior position in an Early Years Childcare setting, with a thorough knowledge of the early years foundation stage or an experienced Teaching Assistant position predominantly in a school environment or an Early Years Childcare setting and be extremely knowledgeable and occupationally competent in the area. You will also hold or be working towards a relevant teaching or assessing qualification and be capable of delivering excellent apprenticeship training both on and off-the-job. The ability to assess to level 3 and beyond would be advantageous.
What’s in it for you?
• 36 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Christmas closure days
• Automatic entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working – including a 2pm finish on a Friday
• Annual staff wellbeing days
• Continuous professional development
• Free on-site parking
• Free use of the on-site gym
These are permanent, full-time posts (working 35 hours per week) but consideration will be given to those wishing to work on a part time basis. Starting salary will depend upon an individual’s level of experience. These roles are predominantly home based, with travel to employers and occasional travel to our College campus in Consett, County Durham required; therefore use of your own transport, a current valid driving license and business insurance is essential.
If you would like to discuss the post in more detail, please contact Marie Espin (Apprenticeship Manager – PBS) via marie.espin@derwentside.ac.uk
The College is positively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults who attend its education and training provision. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The person appointed will be required to obtain a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.
As an equal opportunities employer, the College welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Please visit our website for more details on how to apply at www.derwentside.ac.uk/job-vacancies or email HR@derwentside.ac.uk to request a pack.
Derwentside College is one of the top performing colleges in the region for its employer and student satisfaction. We are an ambitious organisation and as a large provider of apprenticeships we are leading the way in delivering a range of outstanding services to learners and employers.
In recent years, the Childcare department, has grown beyond expectations and is now proud to be working with some major employers, not only locally but also nationally. At the same time, the hard work and commitment of the team have ensured continued outstanding success. As a result of this, we are now seeking to appoint a number of talented individuals with extensive experience in working and/or training in Childcare, Teaching Assistant settings to join our team and play an instrumental role in this high performing department.
What you will do?
You will be passionate about training individuals and have experience of working in a Senior position in an Early Years Childcare setting, with a thorough knowledge of the early years foundation stage or an experienced Teaching Assistant position predominantly in a school environment or an Early Years Childcare setting and be extremely knowledgeable and occupationally competent in the area. You will also hold or be working towards a relevant teaching or assessing qualification and be capable of delivering excellent apprenticeship training both on and off-the-job. The ability to assess to level 3 and beyond would be advantageous.
What’s in it for you?
• 36 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Christmas closure days
• Automatic entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working – including a 2pm finish on a Friday
• Annual staff wellbeing days
• Continuous professional development
• Free on-site parking
• Free use of the on-site gym
These are permanent, full-time posts (working 35 hours per week) but consideration will be given to those wishing to work on a part time basis. Starting salary will depend upon an individual’s level of experience. These roles are predominantly home based, with travel to employers and occasional travel to our College campus in Consett, County Durham required; therefore use of your own transport, a current valid driving license and business insurance is essential.
If you would like to discuss the post in more detail, please contact Marie Espin (Apprenticeship Manager – PBS) via marie.espin@derwentside.ac.uk
The College is positively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults who attend its education and training provision. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The person appointed will be required to obtain a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.
As an equal opportunities employer, the College welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
Please visit our website for more details on how to apply at www.derwentside.ac.uk/job-vacancies or email HR@derwentside.ac.uk to request a pack.