Digital Skills Trainer / Assessor

About the role: We are expanding our team in the North East and are looking for a highly motivated and dedicated Digital Skills Trainer/Assessor. The ideal candidate will be passionate about empowering others and sharing their skills and knowledge. Applicants do not need to hold a currently teaching qualification providing they are willing to work towards this once in post.

You will be responsible for delivering a wide range of training and qualifications within the digital sector such as digital marketing, search engine optimisation, social media data analysis and cyber security. You will actively assist individuals to improve specific skills and move them closer to their personal goals, and/or closer to employment. Your role will involve delivering engaging training sessions, assessing learners' progress, and providing personalised guidance to help them achieve their learning goals. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a passion for education, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of learners.

Triage is a Disability Confident Employer who wishes to engage and encourage people with a disability or long-term health condition, ensuring they have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the job and make reasonable adjustments to ensure candidates are not disadvantaged in any way.

Role themes: People Motivation | Training and Delivery | Quality & Continuous Improvement

Required criteria:

· Previous experience in the digital sector, training, education or learning environments.

· Training qualification such as PTTLS, Education & Training or CAVA (or willingness to work towards one within the role.)

· Strong knowledge of digital tools and technologies, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, coding languages (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript), data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau), and social media platforms.

· Level 2 or equivalent Maths and English

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect with learners from diverse backgrounds

· Strong literacy, numeracy and digital skills are essential. Personal skills include creativity, being inspirational/able to create a personal impact and being highly motivated.

· Patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate learners and adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs.

· Comfortable using instructional technology tools and resources to enhance language instruction and engage learners in digital learning environments.

Desirable criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, computer science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred


• Familiarity with funding sources and regulations related to adult education, such as the Adult Skills Fund, is highly desirable.


· Experience creating engaging and interactive lesson plans that align with the learners' goals, incorporating a variety of teaching materials, resources, and activities.

· Previous experience in delivering adult education programs.

About the successful applicant:

· Thrive in a people-centric environment

· Interest in self-development

· Values driven

· Compassionate with a true desire for helping people succeed

· Continuous improvement mindset

· Sharing ideas and best practice will come naturally to you

· Will go the extra mile to get the job done to the highest of standards

More details about the role:

· Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages learners participation, and builds confidence in a learning environment.

· Identify and address the unique learning needs of each learner, offering personalised support to help them overcome language barriers and achieve their learning objectives.

· Outstanding people skills with the ability to negotiate and motivate through action.

· Able to identify and deploy effective solutions to ensure all learners can achieve.

· Possess a true passion for supporting and positively impacting the lives of others.

· You will be comfortable supporting a diverse range of individuals on a 1-2-1 basis or in groups and have very strong engagement and communication skills.

· Conduct initial assessments to determine learners' starting levels and identify areas for improvement. Regularly evaluate learner progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.

· Effectively manage varying sized groups of learners, being able to adapt to various learning styles.

· Full responsibility of delivering innovative training solutions, based on local priorities and contractual requirements.

· Feedback on training materials, identifying new and creative ways to engage learners

· A keen eye for detail with excellent administrative skills and a continuous improvement mindset

· Regular evaluation of your courses to ensure they are adding value to our learners and supporting them to move forwards their personal goals.

· Sharing ideas and best practice will come naturally to you as will striving for excellence and taking pride in the work you and your fellow colleagues deliver.

From £25,500 a year - Permanent, Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• On-site parking


• Store discount, Starting Salary: £25,500 (Dependant on experience), Job Types: Full-time, Permanent


Pay: From £25,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cycle to work scheme


• On-site parking


• Store discount


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday