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Dovetail and Slate are currently looking for a driven and enthusiastic Residential Childcare skills coach on behalf of a training provider.
This company is on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, reshaping what it means to thrive at work. With exciting expansions, fresh perspectives, and a focus on creating an outstanding work-life balance, they're setting a new standard for employee satisfaction. They offer flexible hours tailored to you, a manageable caseload that lets you excel, and a benefits package that rewards your passion. If you're ready to make a real difference in people's lives while building a career you'll truly love, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!
If you're ready to make a difference in children's lives while excelling in what you're best at doing, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for!
Location: Reading and Southwest London
Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Core Hours: 10 AM - 4 PM (flexible scheduling around these hours)
Salary: 26,500 - 32,000 per annum
'We are seeking an experienced and qualified Residential Childcare Assessor to join a dedicated team. You will support a cohort of 30-50 learners studying Level 4 and Level 5 qualifications, conducting at least three learner visits daily, with Fridays allocated for administrative work. Travel will be limited to a maximum of 2 hours round trip (ideally 1 hour). Nighttime work is optional for those who prefer flexibility.'
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct learner visits in line with awarding body requirements (City & Guilds, TQUK, Pearsons).
- Guide and assess learners to achieve their qualifications.
- Maintain accurate learner progress records.
- Ensure a high standard of support without onboarding responsibilities.
What You'll Bring:
- Qualifications: Assessor and teaching qualifications (e.g., A1, TAQA, CAVA, or equivalent).
- Qulifications: Residential childcare or CYPW qualifications
- Experience: Industry experience within residential childcare.
- Experience: Proven ability to manage a caseload effectively.
What We Offer:
- 23 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and your birthday
- No functional skills or teaching requirements - these are handled by dedicated teams.
- Pension scheme
- travel compensation: 35p per mile travelled
- Bonus schemes
- Healthcare packages
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 ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency.
