TAQA Trainer/Teacher and Skills Coach - 0.5 FTE

Job Title

TAQA Trainer/Teacher and Skills Coach - 0.5 FTE.

Closing date: 2 weeks from going live.

Salary: £33,809 - £46,603 (Pro Rata £16,904 - £23,301).

Overview

The TAQA Trainer/Teacher & Skills Coach plays an important role in maintaining the quality and integrity of apprenticeship and vocational training programmes across the college. They plan and deliver a suite of TAQA qualifications, carry out internal quality assurance activities, ensure assessment decisions are fair, valid and consistent, and that delivery meets the requirements of awarding bodies and regulatory standards. They work collaboratively with students, teachers, Heads of Department and other stakeholders to promote high standards in training, learning and assessment, contributing to continuous improvement and positive learner outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver TAQA qualifications.
• Carry out internal quality assurance activities.
• Ensure assessment decisions are fair, valid and consistent.
• Ensure delivery meets awarding body and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver engaging learning experiences in the workplace, online and within college settings.
• Monitor progress, provide constructive feedback, complete assessment and verification tasks.
• Maintain high standards of quality and compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders both within and outside the college.
• Tailor training to meet industry and learner needs.

Qualifications

• Literacy and Numeracy Qualifications at least Level 2.
• Level 3 qualification or relevant NVQ in an FE curriculum area.
• Level 3 Assessor and Level 4 IQA qualifications.
• Ideally, a qualified teacher with a Certificate in Education / PrGCE/PGCE/PGDip/DIT or equivalent, or willingness to work towards one within 2 years of appointment.
• Evidence of current Continuous Professional Development and a thirst for learning.
• Enthusiasm, resilience, organisational skills and a people oriented attitude.

Benefits

• Entry into the Teacher Pension Scheme.
• 45 days leave (pro rata for part time) plus bank holidays and closedown periods.
• On site Costa Coffee, free on site gym, bakery products and restaurant at Tameside One.
• Retail discounts, cycle to work scheme and savings club via Manchester Credit Union.

Employment Conditions

Employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check. Posts in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. Costs associated with these checks will be covered by the college.

Students and staff are required to comply with safeguarding and child protective procedures, including keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 guidance which includes an online search of shortlisted candidates and short list checks for interview invitations.

Application Process

Applications can be submitted directly. Recruitment agencies will not be considered. The college may close the vacancy earlier than advertised. Applicants who are not called for an interview within 3 weeks of the closing date should assume their application was unsuccessful. The college reserves the right to not respond to every applicant due to volume.

About Tameside College

Tameside College is a diverse and vibrant further education college located in Ashton Under Lyne Greater Manchester. It offers a wide range of courses, including A Level, advanced level vocational study programmes, apprenticeships and adult courses up to degree level. The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment.