Job summary
This role is an Apprenticeship role starting as a Band 5 Learning and Development Advisor Apprentice with a view of becoming a Band 6 Learning and Development Advisor after completing and passing of the apprenticeship programme.
An Apprenticeship is a programme of work-based learning in which the successful candidate will be working towards a Level 5 qualification in Learning skills Teacher Apprenticeship. During your apprenticeship you will work towards a qualification whilst acquiring new knowledge, skills, and behaviours through on- and off-the-job training. You will gain invaluable workplace experience which will support your Apprenticeship journey.
The apprenticeship is 18-22 months, and you will be expected to complete this as part of your role and whilst completing the apprenticeship the successful candidates salary will be paid at Band 5 until successful completion of the apprenticeship programme where the salary will increase to a Band 6 salary
Main duties of the job
As a Learning and Development Advisor Apprentice you will be involved in the delivery of a portfolio of mandatory and statutory training, which will include the Seni Lewis Training Programme, Moving and Handling, Basic Life support, First Aid, Fire, Oliver McGowan and others.
About us
ML - Trust Learning & Development team produces and delivers a range of mandatory and continuing professional development programmes for South London and Maudsley NHS Trust. Our team forms part of Maudsley Learning, who design and deliver training programmes and education services to meet the continuing professional development needs of individuals in the healthcare workforce, and others including colleagues in social services, policing, schools and in the private sector. Together we form a dynamic and innovative multi-disciplinary team that strives to improve healthcare and people's mental health through the delivery of high-quality education, which enables our people (or staff) to provide excellent patient care and achieve their full potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist in the delivery of mandatory and statutory training using a range of effective teaching and learning methods, to meet learner needs, in a range of settings (classroom-based, team training, virtual and other) based on evaluation data and training needs analysis.
- Assess the skills acquired by learners through a range of competency assessment methods to determine their safety to practice.
- Assist with the design of training and learning activities to meet professional, policy and legislative requirements.
- To assist with reviewing and updating ML/Trust Learning and Development MAST curriculum including lesson plans and presentations
- To assist with in-reach and support to clinical services
- Maintain your own continuing professional development.
- To work with and support people with lived experience with the co-facilitation and co-production of MAST training
- To complete the Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship with the Trusts preferred provider.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist in the delivery of mandatory and statutory training using a range of effective teaching and learning methods, to meet learner needs, in a range of settings (classroom-based, team training, virtual and other) based on evaluation data and training needs analysis.
- Assess the skills acquired by learners through a range of competency assessment methods to determine their safety to practice.
- Assist with the design of training and learning activities to meet professional, policy and legislative requirements.
- To assist with reviewing and updating ML/Trust Learning and Development MAST curriculum including lesson plans and presentations
- To assist with in-reach and support to clinical services
- Maintain your own continuing professional development.
- To work with and support people with lived experience with the co-facilitation and co-production of MAST training
- To complete the Level 5 Learning and Skills Teacher Apprenticeship with the Trusts preferred provider.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oCommitment to train in areas where a current qualification is not held. E.G. BLS, GSA
- oEvidence of GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above or Functional skills Level 2 or equivalent.
- oEvidence of a Level 3 Award in Teaching and Education or Equivalent
Desirable
- oGSA registered tutor (General Services Association).
- oTeaching Basic Life Support, First Aid, Moving and handling and other Adult Learning
- oEvidence of on-going professional development to address requirements of the Job Description
Experience
Essential
- oClinical experience as a practitioner in a mental health setting/health & social care setting for at least two years
- oExperience of working in a complex multi-professional environment
- oExperience using Microsoft application and other platforms, e.g PowerPoint to support learning.
- oExperience of teaching for at least one year
Desirable
- oExperience in education and training relating to mental health services.
- oExperience of multi professional working.
- oLived experience of mental health either as patient or carer.
- oExperience of formal assessment of learning.
- oExperience in delivering and evaluating training for a range of learners within a variety of settings.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oEffective communication skills (both written and oral) to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential style. This includes the ability to tailor communication styles to engage with a range of staff
- oAble to work on your own initiative, prioritise and manage workload effectively to meet deadlines.
- oAble to work constructively as a member of a team in order to meet objectives.
- o When delivering training ensuring we have taken into account learning styles, Equality and Diversity and Inclusion taking advantage of the latest technology, to enhance and meet learners experience.
- oMaintain knowledge of relevant current legislation, organisational procedures trends in practice, policies and professional codes of conduct in order to maintain high standards.
Desirable
- oKnowledge of recent developments and trends in patient safety e.g Resuscitation Council UK, Reducing Restraint and Restrictive Practice
- oAn understanding of evidence-based practice and its application to health care.
- oInnovative, creative and a willingness to try something new
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oCommitment to train in areas where a current qualification is not held. E.G. BLS, GSA
- oEvidence of GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above or Functional skills Level 2 or equivalent.
- oEvidence of a Level 3 Award in Teaching and Education or Equivalent
Desirable
- oGSA registered tutor (General Services Association).
- oTeaching Basic Life Support, First Aid, Moving and handling and other Adult Learning
- oEvidence of on-going professional development to address requirements of the Job Description
Experience
Essential
- oClinical experience as a practitioner in a mental health setting/health & social care setting for at least two years
- oExperience of working in a complex multi-professional environment
- oExperience using Microsoft application and other platforms, e.g PowerPoint to support learning.
- oExperience of teaching for at least one year
Desirable
- oExperience in education and training relating to mental health services.
- oExperience of multi professional working.
- oLived experience of mental health either as patient or carer.
- oExperience of formal assessment of learning.
- oExperience in delivering and evaluating training for a range of learners within a variety of settings.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- oEffective communication skills (both written and oral) to present ideas with clarity and in a persuasive and influential style. This includes the ability to tailor communication styles to engage with a range of staff
- oAble to work on your own initiative, prioritise and manage workload effectively to meet deadlines.
- oAble to work constructively as a member of a team in order to meet objectives.
- o When delivering training ensuring we have taken into account learning styles, Equality and Diversity and Inclusion taking advantage of the latest technology, to enhance and meet learners experience.
- oMaintain knowledge of relevant current legislation, organisational procedures trends in practice, policies and professional codes of conduct in order to maintain high standards.
Desirable
- oKnowledge of recent developments and trends in patient safety e.g Resuscitation Council UK, Reducing Restraint and Restrictive Practice
- oAn understanding of evidence-based practice and its application to health care.
- oInnovative, creative and a willingness to try something new
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
