Trainer & Assessor in Residential Childcare - Dovetail & Slate : Job Details

Are you passionate about shaping the future of residential childcare professionals? Do you have the drive to inspire others through your experience and knowledge?

Dovetail and slate are recruiting for an exciting position on behalf of one of our close-knit college. They are looking for a dedicated Trainer/Assessor to guide and mentor learners in Residential Childcare across Wiltshire, Bristol, and beyond. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people while supporting the next generation of care professionals all whilst developing your own career!

Key responsibilities :

• Deliver engaging training sessions to learners working towards their Residential Childcare qualifications (Level 3 and beyond).
• Assess learners' skills, knowledge, and competencies through a variety of methods, including observations, written assignments, and professional discussions.
• Offer tailored guidance to learners, addressing any barriers to learning and helping them achieve their full potential.
• Travel to various residential childcare homes across Wiltshire, Bristol, and occasionally beyond to deliver on-site training and assessments.
• Ensure compliance with college policies, awarding body requirements, and Ofsted standards.

Key requirements/ skills/ experience & qualifications :

• A Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or a related field.
• Relevant Assessor/ Trainer qualifications
• Hands-on experience in Residential Childcare within the last 12 months.
• A commitment to supporting children, young people, and their families while liaising with external agencies.
• Willingness to achieve an assessor qualification within 6 months (if not already held).

What's on offer :

• Competitive salary of up to £38,101 per annum.
• The chance to travel and work with a variety of residential childcare homes.
• Two days work from home
• 37 days annual leave, including bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme

If you're ready to make a positive impact in students' lives and contribute to a culture of learning and growth, reach out to Lauren on / for an informal discussion or apply online. Applications are reviewed on a daily basis, so please get in touch at your earliest opportunity.

Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment.

This role may involve work with under 18's or vulnerable adults. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. Dovetail and Slate ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.