Foundation Apprenticeship Trainer (Science & Technology)

Job Description

To deliver programs of learning in appropriate Foundation Apprenticeship subject areas to groups of students, in accordance with the national Scottish Qualification Agency (SQA) and Skills Development Scotland (SDS) by providing support, guidance and advice to service users, Council staff and local companies, as part of the wider Foundation Apprenticeship team.

This position is to support the delivery of the Scientific Technologies Foundation Apprenticeships in various schools and workplaces, primarily focused on the SVQ element of the course.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Fixed term for a period not exceeding 31/12/2025

Work location: This position will cover various areas across Aberdeenshire.

Informal enquiries to David Martindale - 01467 530977

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Requirements

This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference which must be your current or most recent employer.