Len Thomas Email & Phone Number

England, United Kingdom

Self Employed delivering short courses under contract with West London College and in partnership with local jobcentres upskilling participants in work based and social based skills as well as Employment support and vocational courses tailored around work preferences.Delivered L1 British Values, Citizenship, Equality & Diversity, Money Management, Healthy Living, Environmental Sustainability, IT Safety

London, United Kingdom

Working as a self employed Tutor delivering 10 short vocational qualifications with progression to career based qualifications with a variety of partners. A varied weekly group also helping learners not only achieve their career goals but also build confidence and improvement in Functional Skills.Excellent locations and friendly supportive hosts which provide a welcoming and relaxed training environment ResponsibilitiesUndertake initial Induction and verificationUndertake online and paper based enrolmentUndertake and Assess English & Maths testsDeliver Training for learners to achieve 10 work based qualifications both classroom activities and online self study.Support learners with tailored classroom support.Undertake daily reviews and ILPs giving constructive feedback and progress to date.Facilitate/invigilate learner online assessments.Undertake exit reviews and discuss next steps to discuss opportunities and needs to secure workExtend Functional Skills training if felt appropriate to meet employer entry needs.Offer progression of vocational qualification to help learner achieve career goals.Support with Employability skills to build work skill capabilities and confidenceExtend ongoing support as needed.Ensure all administration paperwork is completed in full and in a timely manner and compliant with both BPP & College practices. Work in tandem with hosts to provide a warm and welcoming environment conclusive to training.Ensure safeguarding,equality practices observed by all

Hayes, England, United Kingdom

1 year assignmentEngaged by Protocol for cover work as Employability and Progression lecturer Deliver Level 1 certificate Personal Development in Employability accredited by Highfield. Working with local Jobcentres and partners to support local Adult learners with long term unemployed, health or other issues prepare to return to the workplace. Small groups to conform with Covid-19 safety practices.Deliver a mix of classroom bssed tuitionOption for virtual delivery by zoomAssess and give formative and summative feedback of work.Highlight any grammar and spelling mistakes.Prepare learners for any work based scenarios. CVs, cover letter, interview prep.Tailor support and study around employment aspirations.Complete Continuos Assessment plan and map progression.

Best Practice People - Ealing

Hounslow & Ealing

Delivered PDE work skills from E3-level 2 qualification covering job search, application forms, CV’s, interview skills and teamwork units on behalf of the Hounslow & Ealing Job Centre’s Engaged in vocational training in retail / business admin for Study and traineeship programme, along with identifying the areas of continuing support and progression for learners. Undertook diagnostic and online assessments to identify barriers at outset as an ongoing action until achieved. Support progression with individual tailored reviews and assessments.At Hounslow worked to assist PDE and Retail training but prime function to prepare, train clients for work placements with B&M Store in Retail Park..Selected Contributions:• Achieved goals of modular training to in employability skills for groups of 8 & 20 and in one-to-one individual’s support; gave learners constructive formative and summative feedback.• Achieved and maintained regulatory compliance through completing and assessing workbooks accurately and in a timely manner to regulatory body standards.• Supported Work Experience function by Training to Company Standards, assessing at workplace and using feedback and Store observations to monitor progression to achieve full time Employment.

Harrow, United Kingdom

Working with Clients referred onto the W2W programme , subcontracted and working with Maximus Progress to Success module, managing, inspiring and supporting a varied caseload of clients/ACTO .through their transition to work by tailored/ individualised ILPs and trainingRecognised for achieving success in enabling RG9 clients. long term unemployed, ESA and Mental Health Issues into sustainable Employment ,To engage,build a rapport and trust and enable clients who experience disadvantage relating to disability, health and other challenges to gain employment, independence, inclusion and control over their lives, increasing their capabilities to a better lifestyleTo conduct initial and on-going assessment of clients to establish work readiness and ability.. Create tailored Action Plans setting agreed actions and activities to aid client to achieve their realistic job goalsTo fully engage, and assist with their search for sustainable employment, independence, and / or job opportunities.To identify the barriers clients face to achieving their goals in relation to their circumstances, capabilities implemening ways to overcome by referring to partners for individualised support.Actively develop clients’ skills to build job search self-sufficiency and the ability to progress by identifying suitable workshops to strengthen Employability Skills, self promotion and screening opportunities. Forge and establish links and manage a personal network of Employers within the local community.Effectively use caseload management practices and create actions plans that are reviewed, adapted in accordance with the client’s progression..To work collaboratively to deliver business development activities. support in-house partner workshops.Deliver Workshops utilising Citrix case management systemsMaintain client records and all paper work to a high standard in accordance with Maximus and industry compliance standards using quality assurance systems.

Ealing

Delivering Work skills Employability Programme to Unemployed Adult learners, Btec Qualification.Jobsearch, Application Forms, UJM, CVs, Application forms, Interview Techniques and Teamwork skills. Last Classroom Observation Grade 2 July 2015Latterly working and supporting Learners on Traineeship Programme achieve Employability Btec level 1& 2 Qualifications, Retaiil, Business Admin and Industry to level 1&2.. Working with the 16-24 age group supporting and offering pastoral support to youngsters from challenging backgrounds, including young offenders and in Care.Engaged and participated in seeking local Employment opportunities, full time and part-time with local Employers, the Pubwatch scheme as well as presenting training opportunities to local schools and JCPs to prospect for candidates for Traineeship and Study programme..Assessing workbooks.to a consistently very high standardAlso engage with local Employers Halfords, Tkmaxx. Morrisons, Tesco.dot.com, Kerry Foods,Dunelm, and Home Instead Care in West London to aid and assist local recruitment and deliver bespoke training tailored to job role

North Greenwich & Regents Park

Delivering Employability skills and Retail vocational Training working towards EDI qualifications Based at Regents Park Centre, working in tandem with Westminster & Camden Job centre's, training and mentoring a diverse range of unemployed students to achieve their Retail EDI level 1 and 2 Awards to give them a sound foundation to find work in the Retail industry and a recognized qualification.• Delivering Modular training and support learners to work towards EDI Retail level 1&2 Qualifications• Support progress, monitor prepare learners for end of course online assessments. • Complete all paperwork, reports in a timely manner and to Company Standards • Relationship building instilling confidence and self esteem to long time unemployed• Guide and support learners with fundamental Job Searching Skills. Monitor. mentor , assess learners through ILPS, Action Plans and Appraisals • Offer further support through College “Job Club” and assist this function when needed Assist with College events and Inductions#iSupported and delivered NCFE Employability Skills training and QualificationAchievements: Increased Student Pass rate at College with 244 papers passed includingre-sits (95%)Also assisted in the delivery and assessments of Employability Skills modules though NCFE aimed at upskilling and helping JCP referrals to secure sustainable employment

Lewisham Se13

Engaged via Morgan Hunt to cover whilst recruitment in place. Working with 3 dedicated Employment advisors working with referrals from local Job centre's client engaging on a 2 year Work Programme. Learners from a locations with a high level of unemployment, majority of whom were long term unemployed or long term sick . Was responsible for :• Manage a caseload of work-readiness candidates• Arranging Group Sessions to deliver Employability Skills to aid the transition to the workplace• Speak to Candidates on a 121 basis to Action Plan, support and identify needs regard employability skills and functional and job specific training needs.• Assist and prepare job ready CVS• Identify any Job opportunities that meet the candidates skills and experience.• Building relationships, motivating, encouraging and supporting all candidates equally.• Attend to the administration of all functions daily to Ofsted Standards• Liaise and work in tandem with candidate Employment Advisors.Was part of the Team that achieved125% of targets for July

Clapham & Vauxhall Sites

Engaged as Temporary classroom cover through Morgan Hunt as and when needed working with Teenage students individually and in group settings who have Physical. Mental and Learning disabilities (LLDD) responsible forEngaging and Supporting learners through the transition into work , teaching Employability Skills• Delivering simplified workbook and computer activities to aid with learners transition into the workplace including CVs• Delivered life skills training such as Road Safety coupled with guided practical experiences.• Supervise and ensure functional skills targets are evident weekly• Hands on individualized support and guidance with project work• Awareness of needs for each individual learner, with tailored support.• Rapport and confidence buildingWorked with Learning Assistants and Specialists to teach and support each student as an individual as well as help them integrate with like minded individuals thus building self esteem, confidence and Team work

Catford London Se6

A fresh , innovative simple website to help the Unemployed up skill in job searching and career guidance. Working on a process to aid Job seekers whether on individual needs or as a simple logical process.Aimed to educate and offer genuine assistance and support. Looks at changes that affect and assist the individual.

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E Portfolio working towards TAQA Qualification as an Assessor in Health and Social Care. Theory completed though practical unassessed though have had Assessor experience in delivering and Assessing NCFE Employability Skills Modules

Harwich

Working on a self-employed basis delivering modular Training to JCPCS clients targeting the 18-24 year age group under the W2W programme “Routes into work “ contract involving vocational Training in Call Centre Customer Service, Retail, and Health & Social Care.• Delivery of Modular Training to JCPCS clients under “ Routes into Work “ contract administering Vocational skills training, Laws and Legislations appertaining to chosen career path• Guide and Support Learners with other Job Search related activities• Liaise with Recruitment Brokerage Team to aid placement and 13 week after course support• Complete and ensure all paperwork completed on time and to Ofsted Standards

Lewisham

Delivering A4e contracts to the Local Unemployed, enjoyed much job satisfaction and success working with Lone Parents on the Launchpad programmeInitially engaged on work experience to develop techniques and gain product knowledge. Assist and support colleagues by preparing handouts etc. Prepared, planned, facilitated and confidently delivered A4e modular training. Show empathy and support learners by sharing information being supportive by effective sign posting to aid learners with social barriers or traumas following long term unemployment. Awareness of local job market assisted the unemployed in the community find sustainable employment. Supported in all aspects of job searching• Delivering modular Training to JCPCS clients under A4E contract, improving job search planning i.e. Application forms, Interview techniques, Analyzing Vacancies etc• Guide and Assist in preparing a “ Job Ready “ CV using identified skills, adaptable, transferrable job specific & functional skills• Develop agreed realistic and achievable targets to build confidence with an aim to achieve gainful employment. Aided by having a constructive and focused Action Plan and Network Cycle.• Motivate learners with group discussions and 1-2-1 and role plays• Identify Barriers developing individualized support where necessary by productive signposting• Inputting and retrieving information whilst adhering to Data protection Act.• Work towards job outcome by extending after course support.• Relationship building develops a rapport by being open, honest and impartial to gain trust.• Ensure All paperwork completed accurately to deadline conforming to industry standards• Work with an adaptable and flexible manner to accommodate and support colleagues.

Life Coach

Activities and Societies: Attended a 2 day Coaching Skills EventParticipated in 2 day Coaching Course

Ptlls, Education

Job Search skills and PTLLS via Train to Gain

Education record

Activities and Societies: School Prefect, House Captain