Youth Train
CTC Wexford
Community training is a process whereby those who are without formal qualifications,
and excluded from society, are enabled to gain self-confidence and skills to access
employment and contribute to their community. There are 35 Community Training Centres
or CTCs around the country working with young people aged 16-21 years and prioritising
young people without qualifications. Youth Train CTC is funded through the Waterford
Wexford Education and Training Board. Our work is guided by national SOLAS FET policy and
managed strategically by a Board of Management comprising stakeholders involved with
young people and progression.
The role of an instructor in a CTC is to provide quality assured training that responds to
the learner’s individual needs and issues. The
instructor is a key player in providing the skills and
vision to work independently and as part of the
staff team to empower each learner to achieve
their goals. The work is challenging and can be very
rewarding. Each learner’s uniqueness is recognised
through individual recruitment and Individual
Learning Plans. Managing a group of 10-12
learners requires organisation, patience, energy,
commitment and creativity.
History of Youth Train
Youth Train was established in 1999 and initially based in Wexford Town. In 2013 we moved
to new premises in Whitemill Industrial Estate that have offered us the chance to develop
our programmes and greater opportunities for the learners who train with us.
Programmes
Our current programmes include a QQI Level 3 Award in Employability Skills and a QQI4
Major award in Employment Skills. We have a keen focus on preparation for employment
and the two mentioned programmes allow a learner to develop employment skills and a
strong platform for accessing work. The identification and development of Communications
skills are mandatory components for achieving all major QQI awards.
How we work and progress
Each learner has their individual story, levels and aspirations. There are up to 40 young
people engaged with Youth Train at any one time. Youth Train aims to provide the safe and
welcoming space within which each young person can be supported and challenged to
identify and pursue plans for their own development. This instructor will work with a
dedicated staff team to nurture strong communication skills in each learner and support
them to achieve a minor award in communications.
Terms and conditions
In compliance with national Operating Standards, there is a nationally agreed instructor
scale. Based on 35 hrs the instructor scale ranges from point 1 €31,652 to LSI2 of €56,473.
The advertised position is core funded for 20 hours - point 1 on the incremental salary scale
and the recommended starting salary for newly appointed staff. This is a rate of €17.39 per
hour. Terms and conditions are guided by a nationally agreed Employee Handbook.
Training Instructor
Communications
Reports directly to:
Youth Train General Manager
Duties
Planning
Develop and review module resources and learning approaches for the delivery of training.
Modules will include communications at Levels 3 and Level 4.
Plan to respond to the learning styles of learners on Youth Train programmes.
Work with Management and other staff members to assist appropriate trainee recruitment,
assessment and monitoring procedures including tracking.
Plan with the General Manager and staff team to continually improve the training outcomes
from the centre.
Instruction
Respond creatively to the needs of individual learners and their learning styles.
Deliver specified module learning assessments and outcomes at QQI levels 3 and 4.
Work with management to ensure that Quality Assurance standards are maintained and that
appropriate certification is available.
Ensure a clean, safe and healthy training environment for learning and work.
Manage training area and learner groups according to centre policy and procedures.
Progression
Prepare and maintain training and certification records to allow for active planning.
Work with staff team to help identify issues inhibiting learner progress and responses.
Work with staff team or with other agencies (where appropriate) to help learners work
through their issues.
General
Use the time that you are not directly engaged in training to carry out related work, which
may include administration and/or other managerial duties where appropriate.
Be available to provide lunchtime supervision and cover for sick and absent colleagues.
Provide the flexibility needed to integrate training with other instructors for new and
emerging client groups.
Work with management to respond to new national policy initiatives and services.
Participate in staff training and development initiatives.
Carry out other duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Key Instructor Skills
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Teamwork
Coaching
Communication
Organisation
Presentation
I.T. skills
Ability to:
Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of instructors
Encourage and challenge young learners to produce to their ability
Communicate effectively with young learners and other staff
Organise coursework, classroom and portfolio materials
Present coursework in ways that engage with learners
Engage with centre systems and draft reports for management