• Appointment to this post is subject to Pier Training receiving satisfactory references covering 3 years of employment.
• Employees are expected to undertake mandatory and statutory training related to their role.
• We positively encourage applications from all areas of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation. This is part of our commitment to equality and reflecting the diversity of our population.
• Pier Training is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (as below).
• A Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) will be completed for all successful applicants. DBS costs will be waived; however, it is a requirement that successful applicants must enroll for the DBS Update Service within two weeks. A small annual fee of £13 per year applies.

Essentials

• Relevant qualification or equivalent to Diploma/ NVQ level 4 or equivalent work level experience.
• Teaching and assessing qualifications (TAQA, D32,33).
• A minimum GCSE grade 9-4 / A-C in English and maths or equivalent (Functional Skills level 2).
• Experience and knowledge of safeguarding adults and children.
• In-depth experience supporting adult and children who have been subjected to domestic abuse and/or sexual violence on a 1:1 or group work basis.

Relevant Experience and Attributes

• A minimum of 3 years working within the sector as a specialist Domestic Abuse, Sexual Violence, and/or Child Specialist support worker.
• Experience and competency of delivering training within the sector with a minimum of two years in training/or tutoring.
• Excellent subject knowledge.
• A working knowledge of IDVA, CYPDASW, and ISVA workers.
• Experience, skills, and aptitude of working creatively and proactively with a range of sector partners within the public, private, voluntary, or community sector organisations.
• Experience and competency of working with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Knowledge and implementation of evidence-based approaches and practice linked to the sector.
• Knowledge of the concepts and theories relating to applying trauma-informed, person-centred practice and needs-led approaches.
• Knowledge of domestic abuse-informed approaches, the risk and protection factors surrounding families experiencing domestic violence and abuse.
• An understanding and knowledge of methods of assessing, formulating, implementing, recording, reviewing, and auditing service users’ support and safety assessment plans.
• Knowledge and understanding of referral systems and mechanisms.
• Knowledge and understanding of local and regional policies relating to homelessness and options available to access safe accommodation.
• Knowledge of legal, financial, voluntary, and statutory support services.
• A working knowledge of civil and criminal sanctions and court orders relating to the sector.
• Excellent communicator both orally and on paper, including the ability to speak fluent English with clarity.
• Excellent knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and how to implement policy in practice.
• A good understanding of the needs of marginalised and minority groups who have been affected by domestic violence, including non-British citizens, e.g., those with no-recourse to public funds.
• Know and understand how to use Microsoft Office applications such as SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Able to use web conferencing software for delivering training remotely, such as Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
• Familiar with using CANVA to create training materials.
• To maintain a Personal Development Plan.
• An awareness and understanding of the apprenticeship standard and assessment plan for ‘Domestic and Sexual Abuse Support Worker’.
• A thorough understanding of differing assessment methods.
• The ability to work with requirements of qualification and training awarding bodies.
• Awareness of current developments in awards, qualifications, and standards including Ofsted and ESFA compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of delivering functional skills English and maths.
• Good organisation and administrative abilities.
• An enthusiasm for all aspects of 16+ education and a commitment to the well-being of students.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

General – Disposition and behaviours

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting the compliance demands of the EFSA and Ofsted.
• To have a professional approach and be able to maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
• Articulate and personable with a high degree of self-confidence.
• Competent and able at work with autonomy using initiative.
• Must be able to problem-solve and support learners who may need additional support.
• Ability to communicate with people from a wide range of backgrounds, including professionals from different sectors, and citizens of different cultures.
• A forward-thinking and dynamic person with a positive, “can do” attitude and preparedness to go the ‘extra mile’ for learners and employers.
• A keenness and drive to learn new skills and gain additional qualifications.
• Ability to lead others by example showing dedication, motivation, and timely responsiveness.
• A proven record of commitment to person-centred approaches of care, respect, and compassion which is translated in teaching methodology to transform apprentices' thinking and understanding.

Desirable

• Educated to degree level standard: E.g., BSc (Hons) Understanding Domestic and Sexual Violence, MA/PG Cert/PG Dip.
• A recognised qualification in counselling.
• D34 A/V qualification.
• A teaching qualification (Cert Ed/Diploma).
• Proven track record of training independent domestic violence advisors, children and young people advisors, and sexual violence advisors.

To apply please email us on info@piertraining.co.uk with your CV and a Covering Letter.