United Kingdom onlyPlease note the closing date for applications for this role is Sunday 13th April.
We are seeking a dedicated apprenticeship tutor to join our dynamic team at Logistics UK. The successful candidate will be a key member of the team responsible for delivering high-quality training within the transport sector, specifically for the Transport Operations Supervisor Level 3 apprenticeship program. This role demands an industry expert knowledge to deliver the Transport Manager CPC, including team-leading elements. The successful candidate will support a high-quality experience for both our apprentices and their employers.
If you are a seasoned professional in your field and are interested in exploring a career in Further Education, we invite you to apply as a Trainee Tutor.
Why Join Logistics UK?
Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.
An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain strong relationships with employers to foster ongoing business partnerships.
- Deliver high-quality training sessions focused on transport legislation.
- Utilise industry expertise to provide practical and theoretical knowledge, ensuring apprentices gain a comprehensive understanding of their field.
- Mark apprentices' work accurately and promptly, ensuring consistency and fairness in assessment.
- Provide constructive developmental feedback to apprentices, guiding their progress and identifying areas for improvement.
- Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages apprentices to develop their skills, confidence, and professional behaviour.
- Delivery of commercial courses when required.
- Promote and ensure the safeguarding and well-being of apprentices.
- Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be always vigilant to potential concerns and risks.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to any safeguarding concerns.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures and comply with all relevant legislation.
- Undertake appropriate learning and development activities as required for the job role and maintain a record of all CPD.
- To attend standardisation and team meetings.
- To perform such other duties and to accept such other responsibilities as may reasonably be required.
Requirements
- Proven experience in the transport sector, particularly in delivering Transport Manager CPC and team-leading training.
- Teaching/Training qualification level 3 or above (or willing to work towards if applying as Trainee Tutor).
- Strong knowledge of transport legislation.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Proficient in identifying training needs and implementing solutions.
- High levels of numeracy and literacy with good attention to detail.
- A holder of a Transport Manager CPC qualification.
- Passionate about education and training.
- Commitment to delivering the highest quality of training.
- Adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of a dynamic working environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with apprentices and employers.
Recruitment checks:
Logistics UK is committed to protecting learners from risk or harm. We do this by having a safer recruitment set of practices.
All adults within Logistics UK who have access to learners, will be checked as to their suitability to work with learners. Our procedures are in line with statutory requirements and as outlined in KCSIE 2022 Part Three: Safer Recruitment. The successful applicant will be required to provide two satisfactory references and agree to an enhanced DBS check. We will also ask for information related to previous convictions if you are shortlisted for an interview.
Please note that a previous conviction does not automatically disqualify you from a role unless you are barred from working with children or adults. We will conduct a thorough risk assessment to evaluate the age, context, and relevance of the conviction(s) to the position.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same – everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
- Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Enhanced Family Leave policy
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
- Various learning and development opportunities
- Range of pension schemes
- Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
- Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind
