Carpentry and Joinery Asessor

Description:

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established Further Education college in Northamptonshire for an experienced Carpentry & Joinery Assessor to join their Construction Trades & Heritage team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced tradesperson or assessor to move into (or continue) a rewarding role assessing apprentices in the workplace, helping them progress towards competency-based qualifications and achieve their full potential.

The Role:

* Assess apprentices and learners against Carpentry & Joinery competency-based qualifications and apprenticeship standards

* Carry out regular workplace visits to assess competence on-site

* Conduct progress reviews with apprentices and employers at least every 12 weeks, setting SMART targets

* Deliver 1-1 and group training sessions as required

* Maintain accurate, up-to-date learner records via e-portfolio systems (e.g. OneFile)

* Support apprentices through to End-Point Assessment (EPA) readiness

* Liaise with employers, colleagues, and awarding bodies to support learner achievement

* Contribute to quality assurance and IQA processes

What We're Looking For:

* Vocational qualification at Level 3 or above in Carpentry & Joinery, or equivalent industry experience

* Assessors award (willing to work towards)

* GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above (or equivalent)

* Full, valid driving licence and access to a car

* Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills

* A positive, flexible approach and genuine enthusiasm for developing others

Benefits:

* Teachers' Pension Scheme

* 38 days' holiday (inc. bank holidays)

* Health cash plan

* Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits

* Free on-site parking

* Cycle to Work scheme

* Discounted on-site gym membership

* 10% discount on college courses

* Wellbeing programme + annual volunteering day

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