Purpose of the role : To coordinate high quality employability training programmes, supporting & equipping women who have experienced multiple disadvantages to progress into work, further training or volunteering. The Training Coordinator must be an experienced trainer and facilitator, with experience of working with vulnerable adults.
Due to the role responsibilities, it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that this person is female. Based in : Luminary Bakery, 47 Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8AJ Reports to:
Senior Programme Manager Hours:
40 hours per week Application deadline:
16th January 2025 First round interviews (online):
21st - 22nd January 2025 Second round interviews (in-person):
27th January 2025 Start date:
between 17th - 24th February 2025 Key Responsibilities: Programme Facilitation:
Coordinating Luminary's twelve month Employability & Independence Training Programme, including facilitating programme sessions, coordinating external facilitators and specialist trainers. Assist Senior Programme Manager with regularly reviewing Programme Curriculum, working collaboratively with the Employability Coordinator and Baking Teachers to oversee its evolution and adaptation based on learner needs and changing trends within the employment market. Collaborate with Luminary's Progression Support Workers to resolve barriers to engagement and learning for women and tailor learning to support needs. Host a trauma informed learning environment, creating and maintaining a safe space for trainees. Meet the key performance indicators attached to contractual delivery and funder requirements, including Luminary's goal to see 80% of trainees attend 80% of the training programme. Facilitate the courses in a welcoming & professional manner, creating an environment where women feel safe, can learn & grow, and build strong relationships across the cohort. Work closely with Progression Support Workers to ensure trainees transition smoothly between programme phases. Regularly monitor risks associated with trainees & escalate any safeguarding concerns via Luminary's Safeguarding Protocols. Programme Marketing and Recruitment:
Coordinate the recruitment of trainees onto the programme, assisting the Senior Programme Manager to assess suitability in line with Luminary's referral criteria. Coordinate and conduct the application process, interviews, and onboarding in a trauma informed way, creating the safety survivors need to explore this opportunity. Promote the programme and liaise with referral agencies to generate enough referrals to fill all trainee spaces available. Assist the Senior Programme Manager in developing strategic partnerships with relevant organisations in the charity sector and local government, to market the programme and attract referrals. Collaborate with the Baking Teachers and Progression Support team to onboard trainees, setting the culture of learning and communicating expectations to set them up for success. Facilitate the courses in a welcoming & professional manner, creating an environment where women feel safe, can learn & grow, and build strong relationships across the cohort. Line Management:
Line manage two part-time Teaching Assistants, ensuring they are well supported, trained to a high standard, and delivering Luminary's vision of vocational training for women. Training Management:
Assist the Senior Programme Manager in evaluating the services Luminary offers for reporting to funders, completing new funding applications, and internal monitoring. Maintain accurate and complete training records, including tracking and monitoring learner progress and development to support high accreditation pass rates and good retention. Contribute your experience of best practice to shape the way Luminary operates effectively. Undertake any additional duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the role as requested by the Senior Programme Manager. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of learners in accordance with legislation and government guidelines. Person Profile Necessary: Experienced group facilitator, minimum two years of proven experience. Experience of training within non-traditional learning environments with disadvantaged groups. Person-centred approach to learning and support that is trauma-informed, including proven experience of managing group dynamics and behavioural conduct in a learning setting. Comfortable providing clear and compassionate feedback to support the learning environment and trainee development. Experience planning, writing, delivering, and evaluating training sessions for employability programmes, with knowledge of meeting quality standards related to learning. Personable, patient & resilient with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Experience setting boundaries and investing in own mental wellbeing whilst supporting others. Organised with record keeping, time-keeping, and communication. Motivated & hardworking, able to learn new things quickly. Able to multitask effectively and cope well in a fast-paced environment. Able to work independently and initiate tasks as needed; able to work well in a team. Flexible and able to accommodate change. Effective use of ICT within a learning environment; competent in using IT and digital platforms (such as Airtable, Slack, Canva, G Suite & Microsoft Office). Sympathetic to Luminary's faith ethos. Desirable: Experience in teaching, training, or in adult learning, with a certificate in adult education or willingness to work towards this. Experience developing inclusive, supportive, and accessible training environments for neurodivergent individuals or individuals with additional needs. Advice & guidance qualification. Experience of support work and pastoral care. Experience of the VAWG sector. Experience of developing or shaping new services. Perks & Incentives:
Free barista coffee during working hours. 50% discount off all food & drink in our cafes. 20% discount off online purchases (celebration cakes & merch). Competitive leave policies. Regular opportunities for training and professional development. Wellness Action Plan developed to keep you healthy at work. Long-term service rewards including increased holiday and birthday cake! Opportunities to be involved in press coverage of Luminary.
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Due to the role responsibilities, it is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that this person is female. Based in : Luminary Bakery, 47 Chalk Farm Road, London, NW1 8AJ Reports to:
Senior Programme Manager Hours:
40 hours per week Application deadline:
16th January 2025 First round interviews (online):
21st - 22nd January 2025 Second round interviews (in-person):
27th January 2025 Start date:
between 17th - 24th February 2025 Key Responsibilities: Programme Facilitation:
Coordinating Luminary's twelve month Employability & Independence Training Programme, including facilitating programme sessions, coordinating external facilitators and specialist trainers. Assist Senior Programme Manager with regularly reviewing Programme Curriculum, working collaboratively with the Employability Coordinator and Baking Teachers to oversee its evolution and adaptation based on learner needs and changing trends within the employment market. Collaborate with Luminary's Progression Support Workers to resolve barriers to engagement and learning for women and tailor learning to support needs. Host a trauma informed learning environment, creating and maintaining a safe space for trainees. Meet the key performance indicators attached to contractual delivery and funder requirements, including Luminary's goal to see 80% of trainees attend 80% of the training programme. Facilitate the courses in a welcoming & professional manner, creating an environment where women feel safe, can learn & grow, and build strong relationships across the cohort. Work closely with Progression Support Workers to ensure trainees transition smoothly between programme phases. Regularly monitor risks associated with trainees & escalate any safeguarding concerns via Luminary's Safeguarding Protocols. Programme Marketing and Recruitment:
Coordinate the recruitment of trainees onto the programme, assisting the Senior Programme Manager to assess suitability in line with Luminary's referral criteria. Coordinate and conduct the application process, interviews, and onboarding in a trauma informed way, creating the safety survivors need to explore this opportunity. Promote the programme and liaise with referral agencies to generate enough referrals to fill all trainee spaces available. Assist the Senior Programme Manager in developing strategic partnerships with relevant organisations in the charity sector and local government, to market the programme and attract referrals. Collaborate with the Baking Teachers and Progression Support team to onboard trainees, setting the culture of learning and communicating expectations to set them up for success. Facilitate the courses in a welcoming & professional manner, creating an environment where women feel safe, can learn & grow, and build strong relationships across the cohort. Line Management:
Line manage two part-time Teaching Assistants, ensuring they are well supported, trained to a high standard, and delivering Luminary's vision of vocational training for women. Training Management:
Assist the Senior Programme Manager in evaluating the services Luminary offers for reporting to funders, completing new funding applications, and internal monitoring. Maintain accurate and complete training records, including tracking and monitoring learner progress and development to support high accreditation pass rates and good retention. Contribute your experience of best practice to shape the way Luminary operates effectively. Undertake any additional duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the role as requested by the Senior Programme Manager. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of learners in accordance with legislation and government guidelines. Person Profile Necessary: Experienced group facilitator, minimum two years of proven experience. Experience of training within non-traditional learning environments with disadvantaged groups. Person-centred approach to learning and support that is trauma-informed, including proven experience of managing group dynamics and behavioural conduct in a learning setting. Comfortable providing clear and compassionate feedback to support the learning environment and trainee development. Experience planning, writing, delivering, and evaluating training sessions for employability programmes, with knowledge of meeting quality standards related to learning. Personable, patient & resilient with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Experience setting boundaries and investing in own mental wellbeing whilst supporting others. Organised with record keeping, time-keeping, and communication. Motivated & hardworking, able to learn new things quickly. Able to multitask effectively and cope well in a fast-paced environment. Able to work independently and initiate tasks as needed; able to work well in a team. Flexible and able to accommodate change. Effective use of ICT within a learning environment; competent in using IT and digital platforms (such as Airtable, Slack, Canva, G Suite & Microsoft Office). Sympathetic to Luminary's faith ethos. Desirable: Experience in teaching, training, or in adult learning, with a certificate in adult education or willingness to work towards this. Experience developing inclusive, supportive, and accessible training environments for neurodivergent individuals or individuals with additional needs. Advice & guidance qualification. Experience of support work and pastoral care. Experience of the VAWG sector. Experience of developing or shaping new services. Perks & Incentives:
Free barista coffee during working hours. 50% discount off all food & drink in our cafes. 20% discount off online purchases (celebration cakes & merch). Competitive leave policies. Regular opportunities for training and professional development. Wellness Action Plan developed to keep you healthy at work. Long-term service rewards including increased holiday and birthday cake! Opportunities to be involved in press coverage of Luminary.
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