Lifelong Learning Assistant

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Lifelong Learning Assistant(19/802) (Fixed Term)
Dumfries and Galloway

£29,133 - £30,597

An exciting position has arisen for a full time Fixed Term Lifelong Learning Assistant who will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of the Lifelong Learning Service.

You will have experience of working in Adult Learning, specifically ESOL/New Scots, and of co-ordinating learning opportunities in line with national and local priorities to help address local identified need.

You will be passionate about Lifelong Learning and have experience of delivering ESOL learning, developing learning plans, working in partnership with community groups and organisations and self-evaluation activities.

You will ideally have knowledge and experience of overseeing opportunities for learning to be accredited, coordinating relevant administration tasks, and fulfilling role of Assessor and Verifier as required across a range of SQA and other courses

To be considered for this post you should:

• Educated to HNC/SVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Be trained in CELTA/TESOL
• Demonstrate evidence of relevant continuing professional development.
• Possess education and training which enables the delivery of accredited and non & accredited lifelong learning opportunities.
• Have a full or associate membership of CLD Standards Council or willing to become a member.
• Be a qualified Assessor and/or Verifier or willing to complete necessary training.

 

 

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A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

 

This post is considered as Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. From 28 February 2011, preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG scheme update check prior to formal offer of employment being made by Dumfries and Galloway Council.

 

Applicants who have been resident outside the UK within the last 5 years, if offered a position, in addition to a Disclosure Scotland Check, will be required to provide a completed police record check from the police authority in the country or countries in which they were resident.

 

This post is fixed term until June 2026.

 

This post may be suitable for secondment. Agreement from your line manager must be sought before applying for this post.

 

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Ann McShane – ann.mcshane@dumgal.gov.uk