Trainer Assessor – Residential Childcare

Acorn Training Ltd

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

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNottingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering high-quality teaching and assessment for Level 4 and 5 Residential Childcare apprenticeship standards, 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 as a Residential Childcare PractitionerUp-to-Date Knowledge of Residential Childcare Regulations

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Hard Skills

Training and AssessmentCoaching and MentoringDeveloping Individual Training PlansPlanning and Monitoring Off-the-Job TrainingConducting Health and Safety Risk AssessmentsUsing ICT for Teaching and AssessmentRecord KeepingMeeting Performance IndicatorsAssessment and FeedbackEnglish and Maths Skills Development

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementAbility to Influence OthersHighly Motivated and Proactive

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Record Keeping SystemsAssessment ToolsLearning Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 5 Qualification in Subject Sector SpecialismLevel 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET)

Industry Keywords

Residential ChildcareEducation and Training SectorSafeguardingEquality and DiversityHealth and Safety RegulationsCounterterrorism Legislation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-quality teaching, coaching, and assessment for Level 4 and 5 Residential Childcare apprenticeship standards or employer-based qualifications
Manage an agreed caseload of apprentices and employer-based learners
Provide training, coaching, mentoring, assessment, feedback, information, advice and guidance
Assess learners’ starting points and use them to plan and sequence training
Develop individual training plans with employers
Provide comprehensive induction programmes for learners and employers
Develop and implement training and learning strategies, activities and resources
Ensure training and assessment comply with Acorn Training and Awarding Organisation quality assurance requirements
Plan 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
Monitor objectives, deadlines, training outcomes and achievement
Conduct employer health and safety risk assessment reviews when necessary
Maintain an electronic diary of learner workplace visits and interactions
Maintain accurate apprentice and employer records in electronic systems
Meet performance indicators concerning learner progress, feedback quality, teaching and assessment standards, stakeholder collaboration, satisfaction and timely achievement

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 applied to teaching, learning and assessment (essential)
Competence 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

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