What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academy Tutor - Chartered Institute of Housing position at Places for People?
At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.
So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!
More About Your Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the newly formed training Academy within the business - PfP Thrive – where we'll be delivering apprenticeships and formal qualifications to our own employees and within wider housing sector.
As part of your role you will design, deliver, and assess Level 4 and Level 5 CIH professional qualifications to managers and senior leaders. This will involve creating engaging curriculums with robust lesson plans that lead to an inspiring learner experience and ultimately learner success. This role will also require setting and marking suitable assessments – from assignments to professional discussions, ensuring you uphold the CIH professional standards.
This role will be supported by a network of co-facilitators and guest speakers from the business – you'll oversee their delivery, provide coaching and feedback as well as carrying out standardisation activities and managing quality assurance.
Delivery will be both in-person and virtual workshops, and will include learners from Places for People as well as other housing associations.
This role will be Agile as programme delivery will take place at multiple locations throughout the UK. A full, clean driving licence will be essential.
Note, this is an initial 2-year fixed term contract to support the roll out of the CIH qualifications to our internal colleagues and those from other employers in the sector. There is potential for this role to become permanent to support the creation of a talent pool of housing professionals and our wider apprenticeship programme offering.
The Essential Criteria Is Listed Below
You have a relevant housing qualification and at least two years of senior-level experience in the field. With a background in coaching and training, you excel in presentation, communication, and creating materials like PowerPoint slides and progress reports.
Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build effective relationships across various levels. Ideally, you have experience in people management, lesson planning, and IT software.
You should hold or be working towards qualifications in education, assessment (A1/TAQA), and quality assurance.
The benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team
If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.
Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.
If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.
If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls
Armed Forces - We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.
Disability Confident - We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.
Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.
So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!
More About Your Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join the newly formed training Academy within the business - PfP Thrive – where we'll be delivering apprenticeships and formal qualifications to our own employees and within wider housing sector.
As part of your role you will design, deliver, and assess Level 4 and Level 5 CIH professional qualifications to managers and senior leaders. This will involve creating engaging curriculums with robust lesson plans that lead to an inspiring learner experience and ultimately learner success. This role will also require setting and marking suitable assessments – from assignments to professional discussions, ensuring you uphold the CIH professional standards.
This role will be supported by a network of co-facilitators and guest speakers from the business – you'll oversee their delivery, provide coaching and feedback as well as carrying out standardisation activities and managing quality assurance.
Delivery will be both in-person and virtual workshops, and will include learners from Places for People as well as other housing associations.
This role will be Agile as programme delivery will take place at multiple locations throughout the UK. A full, clean driving licence will be essential.
Note, this is an initial 2-year fixed term contract to support the roll out of the CIH qualifications to our internal colleagues and those from other employers in the sector. There is potential for this role to become permanent to support the creation of a talent pool of housing professionals and our wider apprenticeship programme offering.
The Essential Criteria Is Listed Below
- Level 5 CIH qualified and prior experience at a senior level in the housing sector
- Ideally, will have (or be willing to work towards) Level 3 Award in Teaching and Assessing
- Strong training and facilitation skills
You have a relevant housing qualification and at least two years of senior-level experience in the field. With a background in coaching and training, you excel in presentation, communication, and creating materials like PowerPoint slides and progress reports.
Your strong interpersonal skills enable you to build effective relationships across various levels. Ideally, you have experience in people management, lesson planning, and IT software.
You should hold or be working towards qualifications in education, assessment (A1/TAQA), and quality assurance.
The benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
- Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
- Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
- Excellent holiday package – up to 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
- Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
- A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
- Training and development
- Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team
If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.
Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.
If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.
If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls
Armed Forces - We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant. Places for People will guarantee an interview for any candidate who is serving or has formerly served in the Armed Forces, as a reservist, armed forces veteran (including the wounded, injured and sick), cadet instructor and military spouse/partner and who meets the essential criteria for the vacancy.
Disability Confident - We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident scheme certified as Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This helps us to successfully employ and retain people with disabilities and health conditions. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview. The Equality Act 2010 (Disability Discrimination Act 1995 for NI) defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has sa substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.
Neurodivergent – Neurodiverse individuals have highly valuable skills, and we recognise that a traditional interview process sometimes works against them and doesn’t allow them to self-advocate. Neurodiverse applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy will be guaranteed an interview.
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