Job summary
Learning and Development Apprentice (Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship)
At Compass Wellbeing, a Community Interest Company and subsidiary of East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT), we act as a bridge - improving connectivity between ELFT and local VCSE organisations. We are dedicated to enhancing community wellbeing and tackling social inequalities across England. Our mission is to empower individuals and the third sector through innovative practices, advocating for holistic health solutions and fostering resilient, supportive environments for marginalised groups.
Compass Wellbeing supports ELFT in its mission to become the first NHS 'Marmot Trust'. By implementing the Marmot principles, we aim to reduce health inequalities and improve population health.
We envision a future where every community enjoys high levels of wellbeing and equity. Our unique position within both the VCSE sector and the NHS allows us to facilitate seamless collaboration, creating robust health and social support systems.
Main duties of the job
Training Provider
About Babington: We exist to develop better futures, for organisations, individuals, and society. As one of the UK's largest and long-established apprenticeship and training providers, we're proud to help organisations and individuals unlock their potential, and make skills really work for them.
Training to be provided: Level 3 Learning & Development Practitioner
Apprenticeship Framework: Learning and Development
About us
Our values--collaboration, empathy, integrity, quality, and innovation--drive everything we do. Join the Compass Wellbeing team and contribute to making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, including our own employees. We are committed to fostering growth and development through comprehensive training and development frameworks.
Working at Compass Wellbeing
o 27 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
o 5% employer pension contribution scheme
o 2 days paid volunteering leave per year
o Travel season ticket loan
o NHS discounts (Health Service Discounts, Blue Light Card)
o Gym and fitness discounts (through the above services)
o Occupational Health therapists available through Medigold
o Mental Health and Wellbeing support through Medigold
Job description
Job responsibilities
Kindly refer to the detailed job description and person specification that is attached to the vacancy profile.
As Compass wellbeing is an accredited London Living Wage member, will increase from £13.15 to £13.85 from May 2025
Job description
Job responsibilities
Kindly refer to the detailed job description and person specification that is attached to the vacancy profile.
As Compass wellbeing is an accredited London Living Wage member, will increase from £13.15 to £13.85 from May 2025
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Hold Maths and English GCSE or equivalent GCSE level C/4+ in at least one subject
- Demonstrate working towards Functional Skills Level 2 through an initial assessment in subjects where the candidate may not yet hold the qualification
- Project management methodology and documentation
Desirable
- English GCSE or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- Excellent MS Office skills including Excel, Powerpoint and Word
- Excellent telephone manner
- Accurate keyboard skills and pays attention to detail
- High level of written and verbal communication skills with the ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness
- A good standard of numeracy and literacy level
- Ability to work under pressure, and respond to needs at difficult situations
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to work from Compass Wellbeing's office and occasionally from home
Desirable
- Project Management skills
- Flexibility in approach to work and willing to work some evenings on ad hoc basis
- Knowledge of data protection act
Experience
Essential
- Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office package
- Working as part of a team and on own initiative
- Lived experience as a service user Of Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
- Extensive experience in using the internet and email systems
- Experience in taking minutes, organising meetings and disseminating information to stakeholder
Desirable
- Office systems and procedures
- Practical experience of working in a busy office environment
Knwoedge and Understanding
Essential
- I.T/Administration
- Equal Opportunities
- Security guidelines and procedures
- Confidentiality
Desirable
- An understanding of office procedures
- Post handling
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Hold Maths and English GCSE or equivalent GCSE level C/4+ in at least one subject
- Demonstrate working towards Functional Skills Level 2 through an initial assessment in subjects where the candidate may not yet hold the qualification
- Project management methodology and documentation
Desirable
- English GCSE or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- Excellent MS Office skills including Excel, Powerpoint and Word
- Excellent telephone manner
- Accurate keyboard skills and pays attention to detail
- High level of written and verbal communication skills with the ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness
- A good standard of numeracy and literacy level
- Ability to work under pressure, and respond to needs at difficult situations
- Ability to problem solve
- Ability to work from Compass Wellbeing's office and occasionally from home
Desirable
- Project Management skills
- Flexibility in approach to work and willing to work some evenings on ad hoc basis
- Knowledge of data protection act
Experience
Essential
- Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office package
- Working as part of a team and on own initiative
- Lived experience as a service user Of Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
- Extensive experience in using the internet and email systems
- Experience in taking minutes, organising meetings and disseminating information to stakeholder
Desirable
- Office systems and procedures
- Practical experience of working in a busy office environment
Knwoedge and Understanding
Essential
- I.T/Administration
- Equal Opportunities
- Security guidelines and procedures
- Confidentiality
Desirable
- An understanding of office procedures
- Post handling
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
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).
