Electrical Training Officer - Thames Valley

A leading Ofsted 'Good' national training provider is seeking a home-based Electrical Training Officer to support and guide the next generation of electricians. This position is ideal for an experienced assessor or a qualified electrician looking to step off the tools and transition into training and mentoring. You will oversee a dedicated caseload of apprentices across the Western region and Thames Valley, managing workplace visits, practical assessments, and ongoing employer engagement to help learners successfully achieve their trade qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Support electrical apprentices through regular workplace visits, conducting progress reviews, coaching, and mentoring.
• Carry out fair, accurate assessments of learner knowledge, skills, and behaviours in compliance with awarding body and industry standards.
• Build strong working relationships with employers to ensure suitable workplace opportunities, proper engagement, and safe environments.
• Track learner progress, attendance, and milestone achievements, maintaining accurate digital records and tracking reports.
• Identify early risks of non-completion or skills gaps, establishing targeted intervention plans alongside employers.
• Complete pre-placement safety vetting for employer workplaces in line with organizational procedures.
• Embed safeguarding, Health & Safety, Prevent, and Equality & Diversity principles into all assessment and coaching interactions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Trade Background: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or recognized apprenticeship/equivalent) with verifiable industry experience as a qualified electrician.
• General Qualifications: GCSE/O-Level Maths and English (Grades A*-C / 9-4) or Level 2 functional skills equivalent.
• Desirable Credentials: Current 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations, Inspection & Testing (C&G 2391 or equivalent), and formal assessor qualifications (TAQA, A1, D32/D33, or CAVA).
• Skills: Excellent communication, coaching, and organizational skills, along with proficient IT literacy and a full driving license for regional travel.

Key Benefits

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, long-service extras, and a Christmas shutdown.
• Generous matched pension scheme with additional employer top-ups.
• Funded CPD opportunities, including sponsorship for professional assessor/teaching qualifications and paid memberships.
• Private healthcare options, annual health checks, occupational sick pay, and life assurance.
• Employee discount schemes, corporate wear allowance, and season ticket loans.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.