Helen Barber
Southampton,Hampshire
Summary
Housing Tutor and Coach delivering CIH qualifications and housing apprenticeships at Levels 2, 3, 4 and 5, with a strong focus on high-quality, remote teaching and learner achievement. Skilled in assessment, evidence mapping, pastoral care, and supporting learners to progress through gateway in a timely manner. With over 25 years of experience in the housing sector, including senior leadership roles, Bringing real-world insight and practical expertise to teaching. Committed to inclusive education and proudly champion learners with additional learning needs, ensuring they receive the tailored support they need to succeed.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Vocational Skills Coach/Technical Trainer
Learning Curve Group
Durhamgate, County Durham
08.2024 - Current
- Teaching, coaching and supporting learners to gain their Levels 2 -5 housing apprenticeships and CIH qualifications.
- Remote teaching of groups and individuals.
- Pastoral support and using assessment to gather evidence for learner portfolios.
- Supporting learners with additional learning needs.
- Administration of learner portal.
- Marking assignments and mapping evidence.
- Ensured that learners achieved timely gateway.
Chief Executive Officer
MuirCroft Housing Association
Southampton, Hampshire
12.2008 - 07.2024
- Operational and strategic management of small housing association, providing housing and support to people over 60 years of age.
- Worked with board and Company Secretary, including development and implementation of business plan.
- Leadership and management of all functions, including human resources, finances, policies and procedures, risk management, health and safety, administration, legislative and regulatory compliance.
- Key achievements have been redevelopment of services following changes to funding model and developing and implementing a full range of policies, procedures, working practices and management systems.
Head of Sheltered Housing Services
Portsmouth City Council
Portsmouth, Hampshire
04.2005 - 08.2007
- Responsible for all categories of sheltered housing city wide, including management of 200+ staff.
- Member of local authority housing management team.
Head of Learning Disability Department
Southern Focus Trust (now YOU Trust)
Portsmouth, Hampshire
12.2003 - 04.2005
- Leadership of all learning disability services across Hampshire, including registered homes, supported employment services and supported accommodation.
Registered Manager
United Response
Putney, London
09.1996 - 12.2003
- Registered Manager (Registration and Inspection Service) of three homes for adults with learning disabilities.
Education
Level 5 Diploma - Housing Studies
Chartered Institute of Housing
Online 02.2019 - 12.2019
Level 4 Certificate - Housing Professional Studies
Chartered Institute of Housing
Online 02.2016 - 12.2016
Level 3 Certificate - Housing Studies
Chartered Institute of Housing
Portsmouth 09.2005 - 07.2006
CAVA Level 3 Certificate - Assessment of Vocational Qualifications
Brooks And Kirk
Boston 05.2024
Level 3 AET Certificate - Assessment of Vocational Qualifications
Brooks And Kirk
Boston 05.2024
Level 3 Award in End Point Assessment - Principles and Practice, Apprenticeships
Brooks And Kirk
Online 02.2024 - 03.2024
NVQ Level 5 - Operational Management
Guildford College of Further And Higher Education
Guildford 09.1999 - 07.2020
City and Guild's - Management of Care Services, including D32 and D33 NVQ Assessor Awards
Guildford College of Further And Higher Education
Guildford 09.1997 - 07.1998
Skills
- Housing sector experience
- Training and development
- Regulatory compliance
- Corporate governance
- Strategic decision-making
- Operational leadership
- Employee management
- Financial management
- Business administration
Timeline
Vocational Skills Coach/Technical Trainer
Learning Curve Group
08.2024 - Current
Level 3 Award in End Point Assessment - Principles and Practice, Apprenticeships
Brooks And Kirk
02.2024 - 03.2024
Level 5 Diploma - Housing Studies
Chartered Institute of Housing
02.2019 - 12.2019
Level 4 Certificate - Housing Professional Studies
Chartered Institute of Housing
02.2016 - 12.2016
Chief Executive Officer
MuirCroft Housing Association
12.2008 - 07.2024
Level 3 Certificate - Housing Studies
Chartered Institute of Housing
09.2005 - 07.2006
Head of Sheltered Housing Services
Portsmouth City Council
04.2005 - 08.2007
Head of Learning Disability Department
Southern Focus Trust (now YOU Trust)
12.2003 - 04.2005
NVQ Level 5 - Operational Management
Guildford College of Further And Higher Education
09.1999 - 07.2020
City and Guild's - Management of Care Services, including D32 and D33 NVQ Assessor Awards
Guildford College of Further And Higher Education
09.1997 - 07.1998
Registered Manager
United Response
09.1996 - 12.2003
CAVA Level 3 Certificate - Assessment of Vocational Qualifications
Brooks And Kirk
Level 3 AET Certificate - Assessment of Vocational Qualifications
Brooks And Kirk
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