IA 1 – Casual Hourly Paid
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title / Distance Learning Tutor
(subject specific and working from home)
Contract Term / Casual Hourly Paid
Salary Scale: / IA1
Salary: / £13.50 per hour
Reports to: / Steve Trevethick
Main Function of the Job
· To provide feedback, support and guidance to learners on distance learning qualifications through Petroc Direct. This role is working from home and not based at the College, you must have a computer as all assessments are marked and feedback given online.
· See Personal Specification for a full list of qualifications delivered through distance learning
Main Duties and Responsibilities
1. To provide robust, supportive and constructive feedback to learners within the agreed timeframe
2. To ensure that registers are completed accurately and promptly when feedback is given or developmental contact is made with the learner
3. To ensure that the distance learning programmes are completed within the designated timescales of the individual study plan, and to report any emerging issues to the Line Manager
4. To take ownership of retention, success rates and the quality of provision for the distance learning courses supported
5. To work with Line Manager to ensure that early leavers/transfers/ completions and Awarding Body registrations are actioned promptly and accurately
6. To contribute to the Self-Assessment Reporting process if requested by the Line Manager
7. To provide guidance and support to individual learners and make any necessary recommendations for referral to specialist agencies
8. To participate in team and standardisation meetings as required
9. To continue to maintain and develop your own professional development and updates of specialist industry knowledge
10. To effectively manage own case load and provide learner progress updates as requested by the Line Manager
PETROCINSTRUCTOR/ASSESSOR 1
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Candidates will be judged according to the degree with which they meet the following Person Specification
Education and QualificationsØ D32/33 and D34 and/or A1/V1 Assessor/ Verifier (TAQA) Awards or willingness to achieve
Ø Professional qualification in the subject specific area
Ø Certificate of Education or equivalent teaching or training qualification or willingness to achieve
Ø Good working knowledge of IT and Office applications
Ø Evidence of continuing professional development
Relevant Knowledge and Experience
Ø Current professional knowledge, skills and experience in the qualification subject area
Ø Knowledge of current assessment best practice
Ø Experience of assessment and/or verification/moderation
Ø Learner management and support
Ø Implementation of equal opportunities policies
Personal Effectiveness
Ø Flexibility and a capacity to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
Ø Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ø Effective ICLT skills
Ø Organisational and administrative skills
Ø The ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels across Petroc and with outside agencies
Personal Qualities
Ø A commitment to Equal Opportunities and Diversity
Ø A commitment to raising standards for all learners in order for students to achieve their full potential
Ø A commitment to self improvement
Ø Enthusiastic, inspirational and innovative
Ø To be an effective team member
Distance Learning Qualifications
You must have expertise, experience and professional qualifications to deliver/provide robust feedback for at least one of these courses.
Care Specific
Ø Level 2 Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care
Ø Level 2 Care and Management of Diabetes
Ø Level 2 Principles of End of Life Care
Ø Level 2 Principles of Dementia Care
Ø Level 2 Understanding Nutrition & Health
Ø Level 2 Prevention and Control of Infection
Ø Level 2 Safe Handling of Medication in a Health Care Setting
Ø Level 2 Dignity and Safeguarding in Health and Social Care
Ø Level 2 Awareness of Mental Health Problems
Ø Level 2 Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities
Ø Level 2 Common Health Conditions
Ø Level 2 Understanding of Autism
Ø Level 2 Introducing Caring for Children and Young People
Business Specific
Ø Level 2 Business and Administration Knowledge
Ø Level 2 Principles of Team Leading
Ø Level 2 Equality & Diversity
Ø Level 2 Principles of Customer Service
Ø Level 2 Information Advice or Guidance