Youthreach Resource Person

Job Description – Youthreach Resource Person Reporting /Accountability Candidates will be accountable to Donegal ETB’s Youthreach Centre Co-ordinator/Adult Education Officer/Director of FET for the duties in so far as they relate to the role of Youthreach Resource Person.

Post Summary: The role of the Youthreach Resource Person is to be responsible, on a day to day basis for: - ● providing teaching and learning in their specialised subject areas, as per the Vacancy Notice, and provide substitution as may sometimes be required for other modules from time to time, based on the needs of the centre. ● providing administrative support as appropriate, to the needs of the centre and programme, throughout the academic year. ● assess students’ learning needs, design and implement programme plans based on these individual needs. ● engage with the planning, implementation and evaluation of the programme at classroom and centre level and maintain a positive and co-operative working relationship with Centre Manager, other members of staff, students and the wider community.

Duties: The Youthreach Resource Person will work with the Centre Co-ordinator and the staff team to: 1. Provide support to the Centre Manager on a day to day basis in delivering the FET provision in the centre. 2. Complete the administrative duties relevant to the post, including the maintenance of records and the provision of reports as required, and other duties as directed 3. Produce high quality work-related written reports/documents as requested. 4. Participate in direct class contact in keeping with Programme needs as required. 5. Work with centre management to ensure effective planning, delivery and evaluation of appropriate responses to education and training needs, including the identification and implementation of indicators for education and training outcomes for learners.

6. Develop, deliver and monitor relevant curriculum to agreed Quality Assurance standards in collaboration with the Donegal ETB’s Quality Assurance Support Services . 7. Assess and monitor student course work and supervise student work experience for development and certification purposes. 8. Ensure that the centre meets the statutory requirements set down by QQI and other certification providers, e.g. Quality Assurance, Programme Validation and Learner Assessment. 9. Ensure that a high standard of discipline is maintained by all learners. 10. Conduct interviews of trainees to assess suitability for the Programme. 11. Establish and maintain relationships based on partnership and co-operation with local schools, Further Education and Training Centres, statutory and voluntary agencies and employers. 12. Assist in the implementation of a comprehensive and relevant Centre Development Plan for the Youthreach Programme. 13. Participate fully in the internal evaluation process as set out in the Youthreach Quality Framework. 14. Contribute to the development of Health & Safety policies and procedures and implement these in ways that promote the health, safety, welfare and wellbeing of Youthreach learners, staff and visitors. 15. Participate in relevant training opportunities and work activities to enhance his/her own professional development, on an on-going basis. 16. Provide locally agreed substitution cover for absent staff and supervise trainees as necessary. 17. Deputise when necessary for the Centre Manager. 18. Perform other job-related tasks, as may be assigned from time to time by the Centre Co-ordinator, Adult Education Officer, Director of FET Services and the Chief Executive. Youthreach Resource Person Person Specification and Competencies

CITIZENS REQUIREMENT Candidates should note that eligibility to compete for posts is open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) or to non-EEA nationals with a valid work permit. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union along with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Swiss citizens under EU agreements may also apply.

HEALTH and CHARACTER Those under consideration for a position may at the discretion of the employer be required to complete a health and character declaration and a Garda Vetting form. References will be sought. Some posts may require special security clearance. In the event of potential conflicts of interest, candidates may not be considered for certain posts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential ● A qualification relevant to the subject area. ● A Tutor/Teacher Training Qualification.

Desirable ● Knowledge of QQI assessment protocols and procedures, or equivalent. ● A third level qualification relevant to Youthreach / Further Education and Training

EXPERIENCE

Desirable ● Experience of assessing, devising, delivering and evaluating individual learning plans ● Keen understanding and awareness of social exclusion and the issues some Youthreach students present with. ● Experience in the delivery of QQI Modules appropriate to the relevant post selected from the Vacancy Notice, with inspiration, creativity and flair. ● Experience in supporting students with learning difficulties ● Experience managing and administering learning projects ● Knowledge of Microsoft products for online digitally enhanced learning and assessment. ● Knowledge of blended learning techniques in the delivery of teaching. ● Knowledge of assessment tools such as WRAT ● Experience of working with and facilitating groups ● Knowledge of tracking students on placements, engaging with employer and assessing students’ needs in relation to placement. OTHER PERSONAL QUALITIES ● Be self-motivated and creative ● Have empathy with and positive regard for adult learners ● Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills ● Have the ability to plan and organise ● Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. ● Ability to engage with extracurricular activities e.g. Sport and Health Education, Field Trips, etc. ● Good time management skills and ability to work on own initiative

COMPETENCIES

● Programme Development and Delivery ● Administrative and Technical Skills ● Teamwork and Delivery of Results ● Interpersonal and Communication ● Specialist Knowledge, Expertise and Self Development ● Drive and Commitment Salary: €19,996 - €33,405 per year New Entrants: €18,517 - €33,405 per year