Assessor/Trainer in Early Years

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference. At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, working with us means being part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for continuous professional growth and development. We are especially passionate about driving diversity and inspiring individuals from all backgrounds to thrive in careers across a wide range of sectors. This position is located within our Further Education Early Years department. By joining our team, you'll help shape the future workforce and make a lasting impact on the lives of learners.

About the Role:

• Assess and support learners in achieving their agreed qualifications, guiding them through to successful completion of their End Point Assessments or relevant certifications.
• Deliver high-quality training and conduct assessments across all components of the apprenticeship or qualification framework, ensuring standards are consistently met.
• Monitor learner progress through regular observations, reviews, and target setting, driving timely and successful completions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records and documentation in line with internal and external quality assurance requirements.
• Engage in curriculum activities, including regular programme meetings, briefings, and standardisation sessions to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Complete and manage awarding body documentation, ensuring all procedures are followed and quality standards are maintained.
• Provide timely learner reviews and implement clear, evidence-based support and intervention strategies as needed.
• Build strong professional relationships with employers and clients, actively contributing to the achievement of learner recruitment and retention targets.

If you have the ambition and the skills to be part of this exciting journey, we'd love to hear from you!

Essential Qualifications:

• Education to Level 3 or above and/or a professional qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent such as BA Early Years, BA Primary Education, EYPS etc.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent.
• Assessor/Verifier Awards.

Essential Experience:

• Proven experience delivering training and assessments in both workplace and educational settings.
• Extensive vocational expertise in Early Years.
• Strong experience engaging with customers in public-facing roles.

Colchester Institute is firmly committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We strive to inspire young women to pursue careers in sectors traditionally underrepresented by females, while also embracing diversity in all its forms. Our aim is to attract the most talented individuals to our roles and support their ongoing career development.

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.