Teaching young people and adults within all parts of the Education and Training Sector. Occupational Profile The Learning and Skills Teacher (LST) is ‘dual-professional’, having first achieved competence in a vocational or subject specialism and then subsequently trained as a teacher. This means that many teachers in the Education and Training Sector (ETS) begin teaching
Engineering Manufacturing Techinician
Providing specialist technical support for engineers. Occupational Profile This occupation is found in large and small engineering and manufacturing organisations providing products and services throughout a wide range of sectors, such as Automotive, Aerospace/Airworthiness, Chemical Processing, Land Systems, Marine, Maritime Defence, Materials Manufacturers and their respective supply chains. Research indicates that the sector needs to
Learning Mentor
Supporting learners of all ages, and all levels, to develop within a new work role. Occupational Profile Mentoring is – and has been for centuries – the foundation of vocational training and apprenticeships, yet this standard is the first formal recognition of this role. Nowadays, mentoring takes place in all parts of the Education and
Engineering Operative
Carrying out a range of engineering operations. Occupational Profile Engineering Operatives are predominantly involved in engineering operations which are key to the success of the Manufacturing and Engineering sector allowing employers to grow their business while developing a work force with the relevant skills and knowledge to enhance the sustain the sector. The role covers
Teaching Assistant
Supporting the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning. Occupational Profile Teaching Assistants work in Primary, Special and Secondary education across all age ranges encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities. The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand
Fashion and Textiles Pattern Cutter
Producing a variety of products from clothing and fashion items to leather goods, soft furnishings, marine and medical textiles. Occupational Profile A pattern cutter working within the clothing and textiles industry can be employed by a large, medium, small or micro size business, producing a variety of products from clothing and fashion items to leather
Advanced Furniture CNC Technician
Manufacturing furniture and furniture components, such as desk lids, doors, casings or legs, using Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machinery to perform precision tasks. Occupational Profile This occupation is found in the furniture, furnishings and interiors manufacturing industry, this is a substantial growth industry for the UK. The UK furniture, bed and furnishings manufacturing part of
Automation and Controls Engineering Technician
Installing and maintaining hardware and software for automation systems. Occupational Profile This occupation is found in cross sector (e.g. Automotive, Food & Drink, Oil & Gas, Pharmaceutical, Construction), companies involved in manufacturing (discrete or process), logistics or utilities environments. These employers may be directly involved in these activities or as a provider of services (e.g.
Automotive Glazing Technician
Repairing and replacing windscreens on vehicles. Occupational Profile An Auto Glazing Technician repairs and replaces windscreens in the full range of automotive vehicles on the road today. All new entrants to this occupation will be required to gain a basic understanding of glass knowledge, skills and behaviour before moving into advanced techniques to ensure all
BEMS (Building Energy Management Systems) Controls Engineer
This occupation is found in the building services sector. Building Energy Management Systems are implemented in buildings with mechanical, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and electrical systems to enable energy efficient control of the internal environment. The buildings themselves can vary widely in size and function. The broad purpose of the occupation is clearly
