Introduction
Be part of something great Maximus is a global organisation that specialises in providing health and employment services to millions of people every year. Here in the UK we employ around 5,000 people across the country to deliver services that have a profound impact on people's lives. From assessments and health services to employability programmes and specialist support, we do work that matters with people who care. Job Summary
This role will be recruited subject to contract award.
Responsible for the direct line management of Trainers and the delivery of high quality/impactful training programmes besides monitoring, developing and continuously improving teaching/learning programmes.
Identify and assess individual learner needs and skills requirements by administering a series of robust pre-course assessments: including e.g. Maths and English, learning support, learning styles, soft skills, personal/career aspirations and subsequently developing a tailored individual learning plan (ILP) to address specific barriers and skills development needs.
Training will include, personalised, accredited and/or non-accredited skills interventions with embedded personal, social and wellbeing development activities and wrapped around sector/s of interest alongside the wider development, where appropriate, of English, Maths, Digital and Soft Skills.
ILPs (inc. tailored action plan) will include SMART goals/targets. Lessons must be planned effectively ensuring that activities are differentiated towards individual learner needs. Trainers should deliver outstanding training and assessment that effectively assists learners to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to better prepare them for further learning, sustainable employment and improved confidence/independence.
Please note this is office based role Monday to Friday, 37.5 hrs per week.
Essential Job Duties
Manage delivery of all Trainers against contractual KPIs and the Performance Support and Management FrameworkDevelop and monitor action plans at Trainer level to remedy performance below targetTrain/mentor the Trainers in methods of delivery to meet the requirements of the curriculumCheck Trainer records are maintained, accurate and up to dateEnsure that the curriculum provides appropriate stretch and challenge for participants and is pitched at the right levelAdminister screeners, initial and diagnostics assessments for each learner, and subsequently develop and maintain tailored ILPs (inc. action plans) to include SMART targets.Deliver accredited and/or non-accredited training programmes to 19+ Adults in any or some of the following subject areas (multi-disciplinary Trainers will be prioritised during selection): English, Maths & ESOLDigitalHospitality & CateringFacilitiesHealth & Social CareBusiness Administration & Customer ServiceLogistics Train, assess, motivate, mentor and support learners, assisting them to develop personal and social skills to better prepare them for work and independence.Undertake regular and meaningful reviews with learners to ensure they remain engaged in the programme, that they are progressing well relative to their initial starting point and any emergent needs are addressed.Plan lessons effectively and ensure that activities are innovative and differentiated towards individual learners (e.g. contextualised to their personal learning goals/chosen employment sector), and that learner support is effectively assessed, reviewed, implemented, and evaluated (where required) throughout the learner's journey.Deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment to learners.Promote, and deliver training in accordance with qualification and centre guidelines. Effective additional support provided to learners with additional learning needs (e.g. SEND, ESOL)Contribute towards the development, implementation and monitoring of key documents, policies and procedures e.g. Self-Assessment Reports and Quality Improvement Plans.Use MIS (inc. ILR) data to track learner progress against the ILP and KPIs and address any trends towards shortfalls via one-to-ones, action plans etc.Monitor learner's attendance, progression and ensure all forms of teaching, learning and assessment for each element of the qualification is completed enabling candidates to meet the criteria for achievement of the chosen qualificationMaintain learner records accurately, both hard copy and electronically, and ensure all evidence for all visits is readily available and accessible for audit and quality purposes.Implement any improvements identified as a result of performance reviews and internal quality assurance.Promote and monitor the Prevent Duty, Safeguarding, equality of opportunity and safe working practices as defined by Maximus policies ensuring all mandatory training is completedEnsure Maths, English, Digital, Soft Skills and PDBA (Personal Development Behaviour & Attitudes) themes are embedded into delivery as required or delivered stand alone as needed.Take part in standardisation and team meetings and complete continuing professional development activities (inc. Observations of Teaching & Learning), as required.Maintain own professional/occupational knowledge, skills and experience, including formal training/networking with fellow professionals (inc. self-reflection).Encourage, undertake and respond to learner and stakeholder feedback, contributing to Maximus Training's cycle of quality improvement.Undertake any other tasks and responsibilities appropriate to the level of this post.To work flexibly as required, which may require some working during evenings and weekends.Comply with all Maximus policies and procedures including all statutory responsibilities; including and not limited to Health & Safety, Safeguarding, Prevent and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Standard Responsibilities
Participate in any staff review/performance management processes involving the identifying and meeting of training needs for self and others.Role/Training to be delivered face-to-face (at Maximus site or employer/outreach premises) and/or online (e.g. webinars)If required, able to deliver training sessions on weekends and eveningsTake appropriate responsibility to ensure the health and safety of self and others.Pursue the achievement and integration of equal opportunities throughout all activities.U