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
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
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
Bespoke Furniture Maker
This occupation is found in the furniture, furnishings and interiors manufacturing industry. The UK furniture, bed and furnishings manufacturing industry has seen substantial growth over recent years and makes a significant contribution to the country’s GDP. There are over a quarter of a million people in jobs relating to the industry, with 118,000 in manufacturing
Bicycle Mechanic
This occupation is found in the bicycle industry, which in the United Kingdom employs several thousand people. Bicycle mechanics may work in independent bicycle shops, hire centres, bicycle workshops and larger non-specialist retailers, as well as for sports clubs, race teams and bicycle-tour operators and other bicycle related organisations. Cycling is on the increase as
Brewer
Beer is an alcoholic beverage that is differentiated from other alcoholic beverages i.e. cider, wines and spirits on the basis of differences in the approach to production and the use of different ingredients. Beer is a fermented beverage rather than distilled and uses cereals rather than fruit as a source of fermentable sugar. Beer in
Clock Maker
The clock maker is found in the Heritage and museum, manufacturing, retail and repair, public and Industrial sectors. A clock maker is someone who is able to use their skill and labour to service, repair and manufacture components for a range of clocks as well as being able to manufacture a complete clock. The work
