The Early Years and Education team at Sandwell College is recruiting a permanent, full-time Assessor to support learners on early years programmes. The role centres on assessing learners, delivering feedback and training, and managing a caseload while keeping awarding body records up to date. It is distinct for its workplace element: assessments take place in childcare settings and the post holder builds relationships with employers and moderators. Applicants need a Level 3 childcare qualification, an assessor award such as CAVA or D32/33, and a full UK driving licence.
What the job involves
- Deliver assessment, feedback and support to learners on Early Years and Education programmes
- Develop delivery models and customised training to meet employer and learner needs
- Manage an agreed learner caseload, supporting timely achievement and progression
- Carry out workplace assessments using a range of methods
- Monitor learner progress and keep accurate tracking systems
- Make sure learners are registered with awarding bodies and meet programme requirements
- Produce reports on recruitment, retention, achievement and performance
- Take part in curriculum development, planning and quality improvement
- Liaise with employers, awarding bodies and moderators on assessment and external quality assurance
- Keep accurate academic and administrative records to college and awarding body standards
- Undertake external examinations and assessment within childcare settings
- Contribute to standardisation meetings and continuing professional development
Qualifications
- Relevant professional qualification in Childcare or Early Years at Level 3 or above
- Assessor qualification such as CAVA, D32/33, A1 or equivalent
Experience
- Experience of assessing and training in Early Years, Childcare or a related sector
- Experience of managing learner caseloads and supporting successful outcomes
Skills & knowledge
- Current industry knowledge of Early Years practice
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills, managing deadlines, targets and competing priorities
- Ability to use ILT effectively to support learning and assessment
Checks & eligibility
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Other
- Commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding and learner success
What’s offered
- 35 to 50 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas
- Employer pension contribution of 21.5% for non-teaching roles
- Development days, career pathways and talent schemes
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounts on onsite services and on high street, local and cross-country travel
- College gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms
- Wellbeing support including confidential counselling
- Free will writing service
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
