Trainee Trainer Assessor – Residential Childcare

Acorn Training Ltd

. Deliver high-quality teaching, coaching, and assessment supporting learners to complete Level 4 and 5 Residential Childcare apprenticeship standards or employer-based qualifications .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeHanley, Stoke-on-Trent • United KingdomEntry Level💰 £25,000 - £27,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering high-quality teaching, coaching, and assessment for Level 4 and 5 Residential Childcare apprenticeships, while effectively managing learner caseloads and developing tailored training plans. Committed to promoting safeguarding, equality, and diversity within the educational framework.

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Level 5 Qualification In Subject Sector SpecialismLevel 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)Level 3 Award In Education And Training (AET)Significant Experience Working As A Residential Childcare PractitionerUp-To-Date Knowledge Of Residential Childcare Regulations

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Hard Skills

Training And AssessmentCoaching And MentoringLearner AssessmentIndividual Training Plans DevelopmentHealth And Safety Risk AssessmentRecord KeepingICT CompetenceTarget AchievementEnglish And Maths DevelopmentDigital Skills Development

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAttention To DetailTime ManagementAbility To Influence Others

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 5 Qualification In Subject Sector SpecialismLevel 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)Level 3 Award In Education And Training (AET)Level 4 IQA QualificationLevel 4 Certificate In Education And Training (CET)IOSH Health And Safety At Work QualificationFirst Aid At Work Qualification

Industry Keywords

Residential ChildcareEducation And Training SectorSafeguardingEquality And DiversityCounterterrorism LegislationOfsted Expectations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-quality teaching, coaching, and assessment supporting learners to complete Level 4 and 5 Residential Childcare apprenticeship standards or employer-based qualifications
Manage an agreed caseload of apprentices and employer-based learners through training, coaching, mentoring, and assessment
Assess learners’ starting points and use findings to plan and sequence training, including English and maths development
Develop and agree individual training plans with employers
Provide comprehensive learner and employer induction programmes
Develop and implement training and learning strategies, activities, and supporting resources
Provide training, coaching, and assessment in line with Acorn Training and awarding organisation standards and quality assurance processes
Plan, track, and monitor off-the-job training
Support learners’ English, maths, and digital skills development
Provide pastoral support and promote Safeguarding, Prevent, Radicalisation, Equality, Diversity, and Fundamental British values
Organise assessments and regular learner/employer review meetings; set targets, monitor progress, and provide documented developmental feedback
Provide information, advice, and guidance to learners and employers
Manage timescales, objectives, deadlines, training outcomes, and achievement
Conduct employer health and safety risk assessment reviews when necessary
Maintain an electronic diary of learner workplace sessions and visits, following lone-working policy
Maintain accurate electronic records of apprentices, employers, visits, and interactions
Meet performance indicators relating to learner progress, feedback quality, teaching and assessment standards, stakeholder collaboration, satisfaction, and timely achievement
Report to Gemma Green

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 5 qualification in subject sector specialism (essential)
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent (essential)
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent (essential)
GCSE grade A*-C (or equivalent) in English and Maths (essential)
Full, clean driving licence and access to vehicle for travel (essential)
Current and continuing involvement within the residential childcare / education and training sector (essential)
Significant experience working as a Residential Childcare practitioner (essential)
Experience meeting targets for timely achievement (essential)
Experience working successfully as part of a team (essential)
Up-to-date knowledge and competence of residential childcare regulations and practices (essential)
Good understanding of and commitment to Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, Safeguarding and Counterterrorism legislation as it applies to teaching, learning and assessment (essential)
Competence in using ICT to support teaching, learning, assessment and communication (essential)
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Good record keeping skills and attention to detail
Efficient time management
Ability to influence others
Ability to work flexibly and use own initiative
Highly motivated and proactive
Professional approach and integrity
Desirable: Level 4 IQA qualification; Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) or equivalent; IOSH Health and Safety at Work qualification; First Aid at Work qualification; experience supporting learners in a work-based environment; experience with a diverse caseload of learners; up-to-date knowledge of Ofsted expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working including home-based, centre-based, or hybrid job role dependant
Up to 26 days annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days
Pension scheme to support your long-term financial wellbeing
Training and professional development, including CPD workshops and professional qualifications
Westfield Health Scheme with benefits including 13 healthcare services, cashback towards essential health bills, counselling and therapy treatments, fast access to MRI, CT, and PET scans, and discounted shopping vouchers
Wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing Wednesdays and the Mental Health at Work Pledge
Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Workplace Pledge, Armed Forces Covenant, Ban the Box Employer, and secure prayer spaces
Annual paid volunteering day and charity initiatives
Cash incentives for Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year awards
£500 Recommend a friend scheme