At a Glance
- Tasks: Assess and support candidates in achieving vocational qualifications in Mechanical Engineering.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on vocational learning and industry standards.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, professional development, and networking opportunities.
- Other info: Engage with industry partners and contribute to curriculum development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in candidates' careers while shaping the future of vocational education.
- Qualifications: SVQ Level 3 in relevant area and assessor/verifier awards (or willingness to obtain).
The predicted salary is between 42300 - 51700 £ per year.
About the Role
Join our dynamic team in assessing candidates at SCQF Level, up to a maximum of level 9 for a set of work based/college candidates, providing crucial support and advice to candidates to help them gather and present a portfolio that meets the performance criteria and evidence requirements of their vocational qualifications. You will play a key role in the continuous development and improvement of the vocational learning programmes, ensuring they align with industry best practice and standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Induction and Training
- Assessment Design and Execution
- Mentorship and Support
- Record Keeping & Reporting
- Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Industry Engagement and Partnership
- Professional Development and Networking
- Contribution to Curriculum Teams
Qualifications
Essential:
- SVQ Level 3 in the relevant vocational area
- Appropriate qualifications as laid down by the relevant awarding bodies and requirements of the industry
- Possession of Assessor and Verifier awards (should you not hold these qualifications you should be willing to work towards).
Or:
- Appropriate qualifications as laid down by the relevant awarding bodies and requirements of the industry
- Possession of Assessor and Verifier awards (should you not hold these qualifications you should be willing to work towards).
Experience
Essential:
- Proven relevant up to date industry / work-based experience
- Experience in delivering vocational training and education within a relevant industry sector.
- Proven ability to develop and adapt learning materials to meet the needs of candidates and industry standards
- Familiarity with the standards and requirements of relevant awarding bodies and experience in applying these standards in assessments.
- Familiarity with quality assurance processes for maintaining compliance with educational standards and external verification requirements.
Desirable:
- Demonstrable experience in conducting assessments and evaluations within a vocational or educational setting
- Experience in mentoring or coaching individuals, particularly in educational or workplace settings.
- Proven track record of supporting candidates through the completion of qualifications or training programmes.
- Experience in acting as an internal verifier or similar role to ensure the quality and integrity of educational assessments and outcomes.
Skills and Attributes
- Ability to clearly articulate instructions, feedback, and concepts to candidates, employers, and colleagues.
- Effective organisation and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to proactively identify and solve problems using own initiative.
- Flexibility to adapt teaching and assessment methods to different candidates and environments.
Vocational Learning and Assessment Officer (Mechanical Engineering) - 489361 in Dunfermline employer: Fife College
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