Assessor - Work Based (Instrumentation & Control, Electrical) in Falkirk

37,896 - 41,770 (pro-rata) 0.5 FTE / 17.5 Hours Based at Falkirk Campus / Hybrid Working (some travel will also be required) Permanent

About the Role: Forth Valley College's Apprenticeships, Skills & Commercial Department is seeking to appoint a Work Based Assessor - Instrumentation & Control, Electrical to join our engineering assessment team. This role is central to supporting and assessing candidates undertaking SVQs and Modern Apprenticeships within Instrumentation & Control and Electrical disciplines. The successful candidate will bring current industry knowledge and experience, alongside an understanding of vocational qualifications and quality assurance frameworks. You will work closely with employers and apprentices to ensure robust assessment practice, timely progression and achievement in line with awarding body standards and Skills Development Scotland contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide structured guidance and support to candidates in compiling and presenting portfolios of evidence aligned to qualification performance criteria
• Conduct fair, safe and reliable workplace assessments in line with awarding body and internal quality assurance requirements
• Monitor candidate progress to ensure timely achievement and completion
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting using digital systems
• Build effective relationships with employers to support apprentice development
• Contribute to continuous improvement of assessment and internal verification processes
• Work collaboratively as part of the engineering assessment team

Essential Requirements:

• Proven, relevant and up-to-date hands-on industry experience in Instrumentation & Control and/or Electrical disciplines
• Time-served background with substantial practical experience in industrial environments
• Strong understanding of current industry standards and safe working practices
• Excellent communication and IT skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and work to agreed deadlines
• Commitment to supporting apprentice development and professional growth
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle, as the role involves regular travel to employer sites

Desirable Qualifications:

• Recognised Assessor qualification (e.g. L&D9DI or A1, D32/D33)
• Internal Verifier qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Experience of delivering or assessing Modern Apprenticeships

Benefits:

• Membership of the public sector pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 48 days including Public Holidays and College Closure Days (pro-rata for part-time)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to College gym facilities

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in developing the next generation of engineering professionals. You will be part of a supportive and experienced team committed to quality, compliance and employer engagement. Forth Valley College is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role, including examples of previous relevant experience and how you meet the essential requirements. Forth Valley College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. We understand that individuals may have different needs and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process. If any adjustments are required to be made, please contact. The college will work with each individual to identify and implement appropriate solutions to ensure you have a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate your skills and qualifications.

Closing date: 26 March 2026