Investment Operations Mentor/Assessor
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000
Location: Derby, DE1 2JT
An Investment Operations Mentor/Assessor will have responsibility for the delivery and assessment of the Apprenticeship programmes within their subject specialism this may include levels 3 & 4 or above. This will be carried out at their designated site(s) as this is typically a field-based role, and will be based on the location/s of the Apprentices. They will be responsible for a caseload of Apprentice learners whom they will coach, assess and monitor the learning and progression throughout the duration of programme.
Trainers may act as Personal Tutors, assessors, internal quality assurers and assist with the recruitment and selection of apprentices.
At 3aaa we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all our employees to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post
All applicants require a full clean driving license and have their own transport.
Key Tasks and Accountabilities
·To deliver classroom-based and/or remote 1:1 sessions to Apprentices associated with the Management Apprenticeship Programme and level
·To continuously improve and update teaching resources within their remit and capabilities subject to internal quality assurance
·To use a range of teaching and learning techniques
·To provide Apprentices with support in the classroom and remotely on a 1:1 basis
·To assess Apprentice achievements
·To support and deliver functional skills English and maths at the appropriate level
·To ensure each Apprentice is following the agreed programme and schedule
·To actively support fellow members within the team
·To report Apprentice issues to their Line Manager
·To report to their Line Manager any disciplinary and/or classroom/learner management issues
·To mentor Apprentices to achieve and learn professional skills required for the work place in line with the appropriate Apprenticeship Standard
·To adapt delivery and assessment to meet the broad range of learning needs including the needs of those with learning difficulties and/or disabilities
·To monitor the progress of the Apprentices within their caseload
·To maintain appropriate tracking systems and procedures relating to quality, compliance, management and assessment in line with AO, Apprenticeship Standards, 3aaa and all other regulatory requirements
·To ensure your compliance with business systems and procedures
·To carry out and record regular Apprentice reviews as required
·To maintain professional knowledge in the subject/sector specialism and models of curriculum development
·To have effective awareness of raising attendance, retention and achievement
·To provide a professional customer service to external and internal customers
·To ensure that all the compliance and process requirements of funding partners are met in full
·To carry out regular on-site reviews of materials and delivery methods with the Curriculum Lead for the subject area and report findings
·To review Information technology and how it can be used to extend and enhance the programme
·To perform any ad-hoc duties that the Company considers to be reasonable.
·To be mindful of own personal safety and the safety of apprentices and colleagues in line with The Safe Guarding Policy and to report any areas for concern as appropriate
·Attend training courses to further your personal development and knowledge
·To embed British Values, Equality and Diversity, Employability and Health and Safety into all programme delivery
·To provide IAG at key points within the learning journey
Key Outcomes to be measured (KPI’s)
·Positive Apprentice relationships (reviews and Apprentice surveys)
·Level 2 achievement rate of 90%, Level 3 achievement rate of 80%, Level 4 achievement rate of 80%, Level 5 achievement rate of 80%
·To maintain 90% retention of Apprentices
·Delivery of all required guided learning hours for the programme in line with Learning Journey and SoW
·It is imperative that all documentation related to funding and audit requirements are 100% accurate and to ensure that all claims are made on time to the relevant funder
·Tracking and monitoring processes will be developed and embedded to ensure data and records are accessible and accurate
·To identify opportunities to enhance the work with our key stakeholders
·There will be a responsibility to keep CPD detail live and this will be subject to internal and external quality assurance
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
·Appropriate Investment Operations & Financial Services qualification at level 3 or above
·Ability to teach and assess at all levels of subject specialism/s required to fulfil the role
·Relevant sector/subject specialism qualifications
·Relevant occupational competence
·Hold or be willing to work towards the Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational (TAQA L3). A1 D32/33 acceptable providing practice/CPD is cup to date.
·Focused on achieving outstanding retention and achievement rates
·Overall sound educational background
·GCSE Grade C or above English and Maths
·Be confident and comfortable supporting Functional Skills English and Maths with apprentices on a 1:1 basis
Desirable
·Previous IV experience
·Previous experience delivering both financial and management accounting elements
·You will be rated as ‘excellent’ as a Trainer evidenced by learner feedback
·The Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice.D34 or V1 acceptable providing practice/CPD is up to date. Or willingness to work towards TAQA L4.
·Functional Skills English and Maths Level 2
Skills
·Strong partnership working to drive our success
·Good understanding and application of team work
·Hardworking
·Willing to take responsibility and accountability
·Problem solver
·Attention to detail
·Ability to motivate and drive learners to succeed
Qualities
.Self-starter, well-motivated and enthusiastic
·Good time management
·Highest levels of integrity and honesty
·Ability to relate to young people
·Positive mental, can do, attitude
About us
3aaa Apprenticeships is an Ofsted Grade 1 Outstanding national training provider specialising in the delivery of apprenticeship programmes across the country.
We aim to provide the next generation of high quality IT employees, Digital Marketing executives, Financial Services staff, Managers and Accountants to feed the demand for qualified professionals through the exceptional delivery of Level 3, 4 & 5 training and professional qualifications. We also have a significant number of Levy paying clients from Blue Chip companies and many education and sporting organisations. Our wider offer to clients continues to expand and grow to meet new demands.
3aaa Apprenticeships is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.