National Skills Agency

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Learning Support Mentor (Sport and Uniformed Public Services) Salary: £21,355 Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Term-time only (38 weeks per year), Permanent Location: Cambridge Introduction / Background Our client provides high-quality support to students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities, including D/deaf students, individuals with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, physical access needs, learning disabilities, visual impairment and language impairment. Primary Purpose of the Role To support students with learning difficulties and disabilities to become empowered, enabling them to fully access the curriculum and achieve their programme of study through increased independence. Duties and Responsibilities Work collaboratively with subject lecturers and assessors, under the direction of the Learning Support Manager or their delegate. Support students in a wide variety of learning environments, both in and outside the classroom. This includes reading materials aloud, note-taking, word processing, use of enabling technologies, defining language, and other metacognitive skills. Empower young people to achieve their personalised learning outcomes, including Education, Health and Care Plan outcomes and targets. Adapt class resources to ensure students can access learning materials, e.g., enlarging text or modifying carrier language. Promote independence and empower students to make progress towards their goals, championing learning support and inclusion. Provide support outside formal classroom settings where needed, including breaks, lunch, pre-arranged trips, and off-campus study programme delivery. Maintain accurate records in accordance with support guidelines, including student attendance, target-setting, progression, and daily Pro-monitor notes reflecting support provided. Attend and contribute effectively to team meetings, focusing on continuous improvement of learning support. Support students with therapy interventions (e.g., physiotherapy, speech and language therapy) in line with guidance from relevant professionals. Work directly with young people to review their support needs, following internal processes. Attend statutory annual review meetings with parents and/or external key workers at the invitation of the Learning Support Manager. Undertake relevant training and development as agreed with the Learning Support Manager. Assist colleagues in identifying students support needs, for example by: Expressing concerns relating to student welfare (e.g., safeguarding concerns) Referring students to learner services Undertake any other duties reasonably required, commensurate with the role, at the primary place of work or any other site. Special Conditions / Working Arrangements This post is defined as regulated activity. The postholder must hold an enhanced DBS disclosure deemed acceptable, to be renewed every four years. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check. This job description reflects the role at the current date and may change following consultation to reflect evolving needs. EMPLOYEE PROFILE Learning Support Mentor Qualifications Essential: GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or equivalent) Desirable / To Be Developed: Level 2 Learning Support Qualification (or working towards) Dyslexia-related qualifications Moving and Handling / Assisting People to Move qualification Related Experience Essential: Recent, demonstrable experience supporting people with special educational needs Desirable: Experience working with young people and adults across age ranges in FE or similar (education, healthcare, social services) Experience with sighted guiding Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Essential: High level of sensitivity and empathy Ability to motivate Computer literacy Ability to take notes for students Desirable: Familiarity with digital assistive technology Paul Feldman is the National Skills Agency Data Protection Officer. Your data will be stored until notice is given by you for it to be removed. Our Data Protection Policy will be forwarded to you on request. As we get a high number of applications we may be unable to give feedback to unsuccessful candidates. We will retain your details to keep you informed of other opportunities. National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

This role takes responsibility for a cohort of learners undertaking apprenticeships related to Business Administration and Management. The post holder is expected to take ownership of the learners and cohorts they are tutoring and assessing, and to plan and deliver a range of programmes within the subject area to include short courses, full qualifications and apprenticeships. The post holder will work with the rest of the apprenticeship team to take part in the recruitment, selection and onboarding of the learners, including determining suitability and eligibility of candidates. They will develop schemes of learning that are dynamic and reflect a wide range of differing learning styles, deliver online and face to face workshops with small groups of learners, and conduct assessment of learners, including providing constructive feedback with stretch and challenge as appropriate. Expert understanding of business administration, management and leadership in various settings, as well as apprenticeships is essential. Understanding of relevant roles within NHS, particularly primary care, would be an advantage. The post holder will report to the Head of Apprenticeship Delivery and will also be monitored by the Internal Quality Assurer to work towards continuous improvement of quality. Key Responsibilities : Support learners through onboarding, including Maths/English initial assessments and skills radar, while leading engagement meetings with employers, line managers and stakeholders to set expectations around apprenticeship delivery and commitment. Design and implement dynamic schemes of learning, sequencing curriculum logically and mapping content to apprenticeship standards; create delivery timetables, lesson plans and high-quality teaching resources (presentations, assignments, learning logs, videos, articles). Deliver a blend of online and face-to-face workshops, tutor-led sessions, and Functional Skills (L2 Maths & English); conduct workplace assessments and observations to help learners build strong evidence portfolios for End Point Assessment (EPA). Undertake detailed programme planning in line with EPAO and awarding body requirements, while adapting modules to sector- or employer-specific needs and supporting the build of content on the online management portal. Monitor learner progress through regular reviews with SMART targets, maintain accurate portfolio records, and provide both pastoral and academic support, including identifying and addressing additional learning needs. Manage gateway reviews, ensure learners are fully prepared for EPA, and oversee assessment plans to drive high success rates in line with ESFA accountability frameworks. Contribute to continuous improvement by supporting Ofsted readiness, capturing learner feedback, and implementing enhancements to teaching, learning and assessment approaches. Personal Specification: Hold an apprenticeship assessor qualification: A1/D32 Training, Assessment or Quality Assurance award (e.g. CAVA, ENB998, FEW, MIPP, PGCE, L4 Cert Education) Extensive experience relative to the apprenticeship being assessed Assessing and delivering apprenticeships, including through online platforms

Are you a Project Professional seeking an exciting new opportunity? Does the idea of Programme & Portfolio Management energise you? Are you passionate about shaping the future of the industry by nurturing the next generation of project professionals? Our client is looking for an experienced project, programme, or portfolio professional to deliver accredited courses. These include APM PMQ, MSP, PRINCE2, AgilePM, Change Management, and more. Don't have all the qualifications yet? No problem! Our client has a proven track record of transforming subject matter experts into outstanding trainers. What they need is: An excellent communicator Comfortable working independently Confident presenting to groups Enthusiastic about meeting new people every week As a Trainer, you'll inspire and train delegates for approximately 15 days each month, either at the West Midlands Training Centre, at various client sites across the country or online in a virtual classroom. On non-training days, you'll be engaged in courseware reviews, continuing professional development (CPD), attending external meetings, or liaising with clients.