The Larder West Lothian

Associate Trainer/Assessor Information Pack The Larder West LothianRegistered Charity SC042554 Company Number SC404466www.thelarder.orgFighting Poverty and Hungerwith Dignity.We recognise that education iscritical and food is empoweringin supporting disadvantagedpeople to transition fromsurviving to thriving. We solve tomorrow’s problems,today.ABOUT THE LARDERThe Larder is committed to creating a more equal and just Scotland through thealternative economic model of social enterprise and calling for a Scotland withoutpoverty, where everyone has the opportunity to achieve their full potential and theright to food is enshrined in Scots law. We are a social enterprise that combats poverty and hunger, through 4 key strands:01. TRAININGfor young people and adults who experience complexand multiple barriers to reaching their full potential.02. SOCIAL FOODproviding dignified responses to food insecurity andmaking sure no-one in West Lothian goes hungry03. ENTERPRISEprojects that create solutions to social problems,improving life chances, the creation of living wage jobsand generating surplus to support the charitable aims ofthe organisation.04. CAMPAIGNINGworking with other charities to call on Governments forsystemic changes that will eradicate poverty in Scotland .MISSIONMISSIONIt is our mission toempower the mostdisadvantagedchildren, youngpeople, adults andcommunities toimprove their lifechances, throughaccess to learning andgood food. OUR VALUES We live and breathe the values of Transformation, Compassion, Collaboration,Honesty and Quality, embedding these into every aspect of our organisation. TRANSFORMATIONWe believe in the power of learning and food to createchange for individualsCOMPASSIONWe make every effort to understand the feelings andemotions of every one of our beneficiaries.COLLABORATIONWe recognise the importance of working with others toachieve changeHONESTYWe act with honesty in leadership, decision making,policies and practice QUALITYWe provide high quality services supporting those mostvulnerable in society. ROLE PROFILEAbout The Larder The Larder West Lothian is a values-driven social enterprise and charity tackling poverty and inequalityby empowering people through learning, skills development, and meaningful work opportunities.Central to our approach is a human-rights-based philosophy: every learner has the right to access high-quality training, to be treated with dignity and respect, and to realise their full potential.We deliver strengths-based and needs-led vocational training across multiple sectors — includinghospitality, health & social care, and customer service — and integrate this learning with our widerservices, from community projects to social enterprise initiatives. This ensures learners gain confidence,practical skills, and real work experience while accessing the support they need to thrive.Our programmes are funded through a mix of grant-funded projects and contracts in schools,community settings, and with employers across West Lothian and wider Scotland. We measure successby positive, sustained outcomes, helping learners progress into meaningful employment, furthereducation, or other opportunities that enhance their autonomy, wellbeing, and life chances.Joining The Larder as a self-employed Trainer/Assessor means becoming part of a passionate, values-led team committed to innovation, social impact, and creating inclusive learning environments whereeveryone can succeed — regardless of their background.Role OverviewAs a self-employed Trainer/Assessor, you will play a key role in delivering a range of training,employability, and youth justice programmes across West Lothian and potentially neighbouringlocal authorities. Delivery will take place in our bespoke Training Academies in Livingston, inschools, and in community settings.You will design and deliver high-quality, inclusive learning experiences tailored to the needs ofyoung people and adults with complex barriers. Our approach is strengths-based and humanrights-informed, recognising that everyone’s circumstances are different and adapting our coursesto meet individual needs.Job Title: Contract:Trainer/Assessor AssociateSelf-employed, engaged on an as-and-when-required basis.Hours will vary depending on programme needs and availability. You will support learners to:Identify their strengthsBuild confidenceOvercome barriersMove into positive destinations such as employment, further education, or trainingWe value the dignity, rights, and agency of each learner, including those with additional supportneeds and neurodiverse learners, and work to ensure that all learners can fully participate andhave their voices heardJOB DESCRIPTIONManage the learner journey from nomination to progression, ensuring a positive, learner-centredexperience.Deliver engaging, inclusive sessions tailored to learner strengths, needs, and aspirations, in line withcurriculum and programme requirements.Support learners with personal, social, and employability skills development.Create safe, trauma-informed, and accessible learning environments that foster participation,respect, and wellbeing.Build supportive relationships with learners of all ages, adapting approaches for additional supportneeds, neurodiverse learners, and those facing complex barriers.Ensure learner voice is central through feedback, evaluations, and active participation in theirlearning journey.Gather, record and analyse outcomes and evidence of personal and social impact to reflect thetransformative effect of The Larder’s programmes and feed this into service improvement.Evaluate all programmes and feed this into service improvement and impact reportsPromote understanding of learners’ rights and support self-advocacy, ensuring fairness, dignity, andempowerment in all interactions.Carry out SQA assessment and where appropriate, verification, across relevant programmes,ensuring compliance with qualification frameworks and supporting learners to achieve.Monitor learner progress against agreed targets, providing timely interventions to maintainretention, achievement, and progression.Complete accurate and timely learner documentation, including ILPs, progress reviews,attendance, certification, and health & safety checks.Maintain learner data and reporting systems (CRM) to meet funder and contractual requirements.Work with the Training Team Lead on curriculum development and continuous improvement Integrate inclusive and human rights-informed practice into all quality and assessment processes.Be mindful of safeguarding responsibilities and carry out safeguarding procedures wherenecessary.Participate in appropriate team and standardisation meetings to ensure continuous improvementand successful learner experiences.Quality and Standards As part of The Larder team, you will:Partnerships and ProgressionDevelop and maintain constructive relationships with families, carers, schools, colleges,employers, and other partners to support holistic learner progression.Collaborate with the wider team to secure high-quality placements and job opportunities alignedwith learner aspirations and local skills needs.Ensure employer opportunities are safe, inclusive, and meaningful, reflecting learners’ individualstrengths and development goals.Represent The Larder positively with nomination agencies, funders, and stakeholders, advocatingfor the rights and potential of learners.Act as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, respect, anda commitment to human rights in all interactions.Manage workload effectively, balancing caseloads, delivery, and reportingresponsibilities.Take responsibility for personal CPD, engaging with ongoing training andprofessional development to strengthen practice.Share best practice and support team development, embedding trauma-informed,solution-focused, and rights-based approaches across all delivery.Promote equality, diversity, safeguarding, and wellbeing in all aspects of work.Leadership and Self-ManagementPVG will be required for the role Full UK driving licence and willingness to use own vehicle for work travel when requiredRole DetailsThis role offers the opportunity to make a real difference in young people’s and adults' lives,helping learners develop skills, confidence, and resilience, achieve qualifications, and moveinto meaningful, positive destinations, all within a supportive, values-driven teamTo apply for the post, please send a tailored CV andcovering letter to the post to recruitment@thelarder.orgThe covering letter should be no more than one A4 side and should set out whyyou want to work with The Larder, expanding on the specific skills that youwould bring to the post and how they connect with our values.RequirementsEssentialDesirableQualificationsEducated to degree level in CommunityLearning and Development/relevantteaching/training qualification orequivalent experience.Assessor and/or Verifier Awards (SQA).Knowledge andExperienceProven experience of delivering trainingwithin the SQA framework.Understanding of employability andvocational training in Scotland.Experience of working with learners facingbarriers to education or employment.Experience of delivering trainingacross multiple sectors(hospitality, health & social care,customer service, etc.) and/orable to bring skills knowledgeand experience of other sectorsSafeguarding training andexperienceExperience of recording andmanaging learner progress data.Experience of working in a socialenterprise or charity setting.SkillsAbility to create inclusive, trauma-informedlearning environments.Strong communication, organisational, andinterpersonal skills.Personal AttributesCommitment to safeguarding andpromoting learner wellbeing.Full clean driving Licenserecruitment@thelarder.org01506 412819www.thelarder.org@LarderTrainingScottish Charity Number SC042554Company Registration Number SC404466Kirkton House1 Allen RdLivingstonWest LothianScotlandEH54 6TQ