Facilitator Roles – National Programmes NPQ, ITE and ECT

Learn Academies Trust is seeking to engage a number of experienced practitioners to join our casual facilitator pool, supporting delivery across our Early Career Teacher (ECT), National Professional Qualification (NPQ) and Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes in partnership with the National Institute of Teaching.

This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality professional development across the Trust, supporting teachers and leaders at all stages of their career.

About the opportunity

Facilitators will support programme delivery through a combination of:

• Face-to-face and/or online facilitation
• Instructional coaching and mentoring
• Supporting participants to apply evidence-informed practice
• Contributing to high-quality participant experience and outcomes

Assignments may include session delivery, coaching, programme support, or other related activity aligned to programme needs.

Engagement basis

This is a casual worker engagement, not a substantive or permanent post.

• Work is offered on an assignment-by-assignment basis, in line with programme needs
• There is no obligation on the Trust to offer work, and no obligation for individuals to accept assignments
• Engagement does not constitute an ongoing role or guaranteed level of work

Pay

• Paid on a day rate basis, depending on experience
• Holiday pay will be accrued in line with statutory requirements

We are particularly interested in individuals who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (or equivalent)
• Experience of teaching and/or leadership in education settings
• Experience of coaching, mentoring or facilitating professional learning
• A strong understanding of evidence-informed practice and professional development

Experience with:

• ECT programmes
• NPQs
• ITT / ITE provision

would be advantageous.

Key expectations

Successful facilitators will:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging learning experiences
• Support participants to make sustained improvements in practice
• Work collaboratively with programme leads and co-facilitators
• Contribute to a consistent, high-quality learner experience across the Trust
  

Safeguarding and compliance

Learn Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

All engagements are subject to:

• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Satisfactory references
• Compliance with statutory safeguarding guidance

Equality and inclusion

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We will make reasonable adjustments where required in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Why join us:

• Welcoming, inclusive workplace.
• Opportunities for growth and career progression in a Trust that invests in its people.
• A supportive environment for your professional development.

How to apply

Please submit an application outlining your experience and areas of expertise.

Shortlisted applicants may be invited to interview and/or facilitation assessment.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy if organisational priorities change.