Electrical Installation Assessor

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Job Title: Electrical Installation Assessor

Contract: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Business Support, full-time, permanent

Department: NSG Construction & Engineering

Reporting to: Apprenticeship Team Leader, NSG Construction & Engineering

Salary: Up to £34,225 per annum

Annual Leave: 30 days per annum plus statutory Bank Holidays

Hours: 37 hours per week

Pension: NEST

Location: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Main Campus, TS2 1AD

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assessor to join our team, supporting learners to achieve their full potential through high-quality training and assessment. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering apprenticeship programmes, managing a caseload of learners, and working closely with employers to ensure the effective development of knowledge, skills and behaviours in line with relevant standards.

Key Responsibilities

• To plan, conduct and participate in induction and initial assessment of learners to identify realistic learning priorities and, in liaison with the employer, develop individual learning plans and agree realistic completion targets. This will include ensuring that employers have a full understanding of the requirement for Apprentices to complete off the job training.
• To provide information, advice and guidance to learners and employers to promote learning and timely achievement of the agreed learning aims and SMART objectives.
• Assessment of knowledge, skills and behaviours, and the delivery and assessment of Functional Skills and competencies within the NVQ programme.
• To maintain a minimum caseload of learners. Assist them to achieve NVQ qualifications and the Apprenticeship Standard and prepare them for End Point Assessment.
• Promote positive attitudes to diversity through your training and assessment practice.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Electrical Installation – Essential
• Qualified Electrician – Essential
• English and Maths GCSE grade 4 or above or equivalent – Essential
• TAQA or A1 assessor qualification, or willing to work towards – Desirable
• Teaching qualification, or willing to work towards – Desirable
• Award in Internal Verification or V1, or willing to work towards – Desirable

Experience

• Practical occupational experience as required by Code of Practice and relevant awarding bodies.
• Experience of working in a commercial and industrial setting.
• Proven track record of consistently achieving performance targets.
• Proven track record of imparting skills and learning to others.

Knowledge & Skills

• Qualified Electrician
• Electrical Engineering Experience – Desirable
• Empathy with young people.
• Desire to assist learners achieve their career and learning aspirations.

Why Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras: Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants, Discounted gift cards for big brands, Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice, Cycle to Work scheme, Discounted onsite car parking.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Safeguarding and Right to Work

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All posts at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] involve regulated activity and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Contact and Apply

For further details, contact Stuart Sheridan, Apprenticeship Team Leader, NSG Construction & Engineering at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Applications can be made via the 'Apply Now' button. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an equal opportunities employer.