IT Skills Coach

Hybrid – Scotland (travel to office around 1-2 times per month)

About QA

QA is the UK’s leading tech training and talent solutions organisation. We provide a comprehensive suite of services to help individuals and companies be winners in the digital revolution. Our unique combination of world-class digital and live skills development capabilities with proven workplace outcomes put us in a strong position to help close the global digital skills gap. We're actively breaking down the current landscape of learning and establishing a better one - you can make a difference with us and help transform lives by joining our Learning Revolution.

About The Position

You will be supporting and coaching a group of learners working towards the successful and timely achievement of their programme.

Candidates with willingness to work towards a coaching qualification are highly preferred. The training cost of getting coaching qualification will be covered by our company.

• Work with internal Skills Coaches, Learning Specialists and Quality Assurance Consultants to ensure learners successfully achieve their apprenticeship programme on time
• Support learners across a variety of modules specifically helping them apply their skills to their immediate job roles
• Observe, review and provide feedback on evidence produced by learners to ensure it is of the appropriate standard to reflect the learner’s knowledge, skills and behaviour and meet the needs of the Awarding Organisation
• Adhere to and apply quality assurance procedures when reviewing all components of the standards/framework to minimise referrals and meet deadlines
• Hold regular review meetings and build a positive relationship with the employer, line manager and mentor to monitor progress and plan progression
• Take ownership of own development ensuring Continuous Professional Development (CPD) is kept up to date

About You

• Qualifications in computer science, like Bachelor Degree in IT
• Industry experience in IT sector, including but not limited to IT support, Cyber Security, Data & Analytics, Software Engineer, Enterprise Architect, Dev Ops and IT Ops Management.
• Passion and enthusiasm for helping learners to succeed
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within the wider team
• Minimum of Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment (301) held or obtained within 6 months of joining