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Software Development Tutor .Net
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Software Development Tutor .Net London QA Apprenticeship Programme - As the fastest growing division of QA, we are now the UK's leading provider of IT and business services apprenticeships. Our multi-award winning programmes have been awarded the highest possible grade by Ofsted with an amazing 'Outstanding' in all areas. About The role This role will take overall responsibility for the progress and achievement of groups of apprentices training to achieve Level 3 and Level 4 apprenticeship qualifications, primarily for our clients. It will involve a blend of teaching, practical exercises, supporting self-study activities and assessment. The programme involves a wide range of technical skills across software design and development. It is not expected that one tutor can deliver the full breadth of the content but will likely specialise in one or two particular areas. As a result, the role will require close working with the Service Delivery Team and other tutors to ensure smooth handovers between sessions, consistent approaches to assessment and a shared understanding of apprentice progress. There may on occasion be need to travel to other locations throughout the UK to deliver training as required by the wider business. About The Person * Take overall responsibility for the groups of Advanced and Higher Apprentices. * Deliver high quality teaching and learning to individuals and groups, as required * Carry out high quality mentoring and coaching * Work with the wider tutorial team and Service Delivery Team to ensure all Apprentices have the required skills and knowledge, prior to work placement/employment, to successfully achieve their apprenticeship qualification * Contribute to improvements to the Scheme of Work, Lesson Plans, teaching and learning materials and resources to meet the qualification requirements. * Complete regular, meaningful and accurate Learner Reviews, linking with the Individual Learning Plan and the Learner Portfolio, to ensure the learner fully understands achievements, objectives and where they are within the Framework. * Work with internal and external partners to ensure the agreed quality standards are met. * Work effectively with the internal and external Assessors and Verifiers to ensure the learners successfully complete their full apprenticeship framework by their planned achievement date * Ensure that programme is delivered in accordance with the organisations Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety Policies. Your Skills & Experience * Experience of developing software and/or web applications using Java, preferably in a corporate environment. * Experience of databases and writing software using SQL, preferably in a corporate environment. * A recognised teaching qualification, or a commitment to achieving at least a Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector. * Additional technical experience in any of any of areas below: * Developing software in other technologies, such as C#/.NET * Developing business Intelligence solutions * Managing development of software projects * Recognised IT qualifications covering the skill sets listed above * Previous experience of working with 16 to 21 year olds in Apprenticeships or with Undergraduate students in an HE environment. * Excellent knowledge of at least two aspects of technology * Knowledge of Apprenticeships and work-based learning, or knowledge of Higher Education. * Understanding of equality and diversity issues * Required - Demonstrable technical skills in the areas listed above * Excellent communication skills * A logical thinker and a passion to achieve * Ability to deliver practical and engaging teaching and learning sessions * Ability to identify and help learners to overcome potential barriers to learning, progress and achievement. * Working at all times lawfully and in accordance with the pre-defined regulatory, compliance and financial requirements. E.g. Data Protection, Code of Conduct, Ofsted regulations, City and Guilds regulations and Health and Safety. * Working at all times in accordance with company policy, procedures and processes. * You should be prepared to undergo Security Clearance processes as part of this role.