Carpentry & Joinery Assessor in Norton, Stockton-on-Tees

Temporary Contract – Minimum 10 Weeks
37 hours per week

We are seeking an experienced Carpentry & Joinery Assessor to support apprenticeship programmes and workplace learning. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of learners, supporting them to achieve their qualifications and prepare for End Point Assessment while working closely with employers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inductions and initial assessments to identify learner needs and develop individual learning plans with realistic targets.
• Work with employers to ensure understanding of apprenticeship requirements, including the 20% off-the-job training requirement.
• Manage and support a caseload of apprentices, guiding them toward successful completion of their Apprenticeship Standard.
• Monitor learner progress in the workplace and conduct regular reviews with employers.
• Provide information, advice and guidance to learners to support achievement of learning aims and objectives.
• Deliver structured training support and contribute to schemes of work and lesson planning where required.
• Support delivery of additional qualifications such as NVQs or other work-based learning programmes when required.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with employers and external partners to support recruitment and programme development.
• Conduct employer health and safety risk assessments prior to learners starting workplace training.
• Maintain accurate learner records including reviews, progress reports and enrolment documentation.
• Contribute to programme targets including learner retention, achievement and attendance.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusive learning environments while adhering to safeguarding and health and safety policies.

Requirements

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery or a relevant trade.
• Practical industry experience within the carpentry and joinery sector.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to support and motivate learners.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.

Desirable

• TAQA or A1 Assessor qualification, or willingness to work towards.
• Teaching qualification.
• GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Internal Verification qualification (V1).
• Experience working with apprenticeships or work-based learning programmes.

Additional Information

• Temporary contract for a minimum of 10 weeks.
• 37 hours per week.
• Travel to employer sites required.

Safeguarding

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment and follow safeguarding procedures.