Assessor/Trainer *Job Type: Part-time or Full-time
*Location: Dorset
*Salary: £25-£27 per hour
Join our team as an Assessor/Trainer, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting all aspects of the Apprenticeship Standards. This position involves working closely with apprentices and employers from recruitment through to End Point Assessment and programme closure, ensuring a high-quality apprenticeship experience.
Day-to-day of the role: *Own and manage the end-to-end apprenticeship journey, significantly impacting apprentices’ lives.
*Set up and maintain approved work placements with employers who can support learners on Apprenticeship programmes.
*Develop training plans for employers using the apprenticeship standards.
*Regularly review apprentices’ progress with learners, assessors, employers, and tutors, maintaining accurate records of these reviews.
*Ensure active employer participation in workplace review visits and work-based assessment activities.
*Provide regular, purposeful reports to employers, apprentices, and the College, establishing clear, time-bound action plans for each apprentice.
*Proactively engage with employers and, if appropriate, parents/carers of apprentices to identify any emerging issues and to strengthen employer relationships.
*Conduct apprenticeship programme assessments and observations, recording them appropriately.
*Maintain efficient record-keeping and tracking systems using provided systems.
*Support the delivery of workshops and training sessions related to knowledge, skills, and behaviour development, and support the assessment of learners in the workplace.
*Ensure the apprenticeship programme meets high standards as required by the awarding organisation, Ofsted, ESFA, End Point Assessment Organisation, and the College.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
*Relevant qualification in the sector.
*Assessor qualification or willingness to work towards obtaining one.
*IQA qualification or willingness to work towards obtaining one.
*A training/teaching qualification or willingness to work towards obtaining one.
*Evidence of up-to-date knowledge and practice in the vocational area.
*Strong vocational experience and responsiveness to legislative changes in the sector.
*Experience working as a manager or team leader for a minimum of six months.
*Excellent communication and organisational skills.
*Ability to coordinate visits and manage workload effectively.
Benefits: *Competitive hourly rate.
*Flexible working hours (part-time or full-time).
*Opportunities for professional development and training.
*Supportive and inclusive work environment.
*Engaging role with the opportunity to make a significant impact on apprentices’ professional development.
To apply for the Assessor/Trainer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.