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1 JOB PROFLE (GREEN BOOK) Job Title: Assessment Centre Support Adviser Post Reference Permanent/ Temporary Temporary (Fixed Term for 12 months) Grade/Role: 4 Hours: Flexible (18.5 or 37 hrs per week) Reports to: Station Manager Learning Support Team Resourcing and Development Directorate/ department: Support Service / Human Resources & Learning and Development Location: Headquarters and various RBFRS locations Profile prepared by: Approved by: Lorraine Sullivan, Resourcing and Development Manager Becci Jefferies, Head of Human Resources and Learning and Development Profile Effective from: February 2018 Last reviewed: Post holder name Signature Main Purpose of the Job: To be responsible for the, development, assessment, internal quality assurance and support of learners in development. To support all staff in the workplace to achieve competent status. Page 1 of 6

2 Organisational Structure Resourcing and Development Manager Station Manager Learning Support Assessment Centre Support Adviser Assessment Centre Support Adviser Watch Manager Learning Support Dimensions Reports to the Station Manager Learning Support. Responsible for liaison with the, RBFRS Directorates, Commercial Organisations and any other external agencies as appropriate. Context Support for all learners in the qualifications found within the Services policies and procedures to ensure that learners are able to meet the requirements of the Fire Service Role Maps and PDS modules. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Contribute to the development and implementation of objectives for the ntegrated Personal Development System (PDS) as it relates to NVQs and other related qualifications and development programmes. Deliver and provide support, guidance and work place assessment for staff assessors in development for the assessment qualification (CAVA), nternal Quality Assurance (QA), and support to learners undertaking development programmes. Develop and deliver and provide support, guidance and work place assessment for AET learners. nternally quality assure QA, CAVA and AET learners and other appropriate qualifications. Contribute fully to the design and delivery of the department service plan and objectives. Provide support to workplace assessors to ensure continuous progress for fire fighters in development (some of which will necessitate evening work). Contribute to the development and implementation of electronic quality systems to meet Awarding Organisation requirements. Undertake master administration for the Smart Assessor system. Support the RBFRS Resourcing and Development Manager / Station Manager Learning Support to ensure that all the quality assurance criteria is achieved for the external audits. Provide accurate records, which compliant with Service policies and procedures and relevant Codes of Practice. Page 2 of 6

3 To participate in the development of Continuous Professional Development opportunities for QA s and assessors via e-learning, in-house courses and 1:1s as appropriate. Preparation and delivery of teaching materials and lesson plans including e-learning as appropriate. Contribute to continuous improvement of all delivery and utilise best practice. Prepare reports on progress of all learners on relevant programmes. Contribute to service processes and update as necessary. Attend organisational CPD events as required. General Responsibilities of Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service Personnel: Uphold and promote the values of Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service, complying with the required standards of conduct, integrity and behaviour, Demonstrate commitment to helping the Service achieve its corporate commitments and vision. Practise and promote the Service s policies to support the health and safety of themselves, their colleagues, and anyone else who may be affected by their actions. Promote and adhere to the Service s policies on equality and fairness, and treat colleagues and members of the public with respect. Value the contributions of a diverse workforce, and respond to the different needs of individuals and groups within the organisation and in the community. Practise and promote our policies relating to Data Protection, Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and have an understanding of what Safeguarding means in relation to their role. Comply with all finance and procurement policies, procedures and practices, demonstrating the highest level of integrity at all times. Take responsibility for their own performance (including personal fitness) and participate positively in development activities. Contribute to the development of others. Participate, if required, in any investigations or procedures relating to complaints, health & safety, disciplinary, or legal matters. Act in an environmentally responsible manner by minimising pollution and the wasteful use of energy and resources. Ensure the maintenance of accurate and reliable data held within both manual and electronic HR information systems, entering information as appropriate in accordance with the Data Protection Act and act at all times in line with the principles of the Data Protection Act n order to secure the best possible service to the public or the welfare of their colleagues, all employees may from time to time be asked to undertake appropriate duties which fall outside their usual area of responsibility. Employees are expected to respond positively to such requests. Page 3 of 6

4 PERSON SPECFCATON Essential Source of evidence Desirable Source of evidence Skills and aptitudes Proven experience of teaching (CAVA, AET) and workplace assessment. / Previous experience working within the Fire Service or similar organisation Able to make appropriate decisions and create practical solutions and plans Coaching/mentoring level 5 qualification Management level 4/5 Good interpersonal skills and ability to cultivate effective relationships with a range of stakeholders Strong performance focus mplementing above qualifications in the workplace Knowledge Knowledge of NVQs/QCF Knowledge of CAVA and QA Knowledge and application of AET Knowledge of Fire Service Role Maps, PDS and NVQs and their application in the workforce. Knowledge of Awarding Organisation requirements for quality assurance and their relevance to the Fire Service X Page 4 of 6

5 Experience of delivering QA qualifications and workplace assessment Experience Experience of teaching assessor A1 or CAVA and AET. Demonstrable areas of success rates in the delivery of educational, business and lifelong learning / Qualifications D32/33 or A1 or CAVA D34/V1 or QA (units 1 & 2) AET CTLLS or DTLLS (or equivalent quailfications) Other requirements Demonstrable skills in the interpretation and application of Awarding Organisation standards Computer Literate and able to use electronic office systems including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and databases. Coaching and mentoring current qualification Video conferencing Ability to travel around the county independent of public transport Excellent time management skills and ability to manage conflicting priorities, planning own time accordingly Page 5 of 6

6 Evidence of own continuous professional development Firewatch RBFRS policies and procedures Source of information AF application form interview WT written test PT practical or physical test M medical declaration/examination document check X other Page 6 of 6