Assessor

Go Construct; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction training organization in the UK is looking for an assessor to monitor candidates' skills and knowledge in vocational qualifications. Responsibilities include planning training programmes, evaluating candidates, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have relevant industry experience and assessing qualifications, with salaries ranging from £24,000 to £48,000 depending on experience and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum level 3 qualification in relevant field needed.
• Necessary assessing qualifications required.
• Industry experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver vocational training programmes.
• Monitor and assess candidates.
• Provide feedback and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Excellent planning and organisational skills

Prior experience in construction

Ability to work autonomously

Clear communication skills

Commitment to high standards

Broad subject knowledge

Education

Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment

Assessing Vocationally-Related Achievement

Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement

Job description

What does an assessor do?

Assessors monitor those taking construction vocational qualifications, ensuring they possess the skills and knowledge required for the job.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering vocational training programmes and workshops
• Observing and assessing candidates in their workplace
• Interviewing candidates and examining their portfolios of evidence
• Providing feedback and offering advice
• Signing off the award when all requirements are met
• Keeping records of candidates' progress
• Attending meetings with other assessors
• Working closely with training staff and candidates' managers

How to become an assessor

There are several routes to becoming an assessor. You could do a college course, an apprenticeship, or apply directly to an employer for work. You should explore these routes to find out which is the right one for you. Although some of these options have certain qualification requirements, many employers are more interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions.

You may need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card to work on a construction site.

You will need to pass enhanced background checks, as you may be working with children and vulnerable adults.

College/Training Provider

You'll need industry experience and a minimum of a level 3 qualification in the job area you plan to assess. You'll also need an assessing qualification.

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You may also need to meet the requirements of the Consolidated Assessment Strategy for Construction and the Built Environment.

Apprenticeship

You can do a level 4 assessor coach higher apprenticeship. You'll usually need a level 3 assessor qualification to start, along with a qualification in the subject you want to assess.

Apprenticeships are open to anyone over the age of 16. As an apprentice, you will be fully employed by your company and expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week. Your time will be split between on-the-job experience and a college or training provider.

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Work

If you have several years’ experience and qualifications in an area of construction, you could apply directly to an employer, or complete assessor qualifications on-the-job.

Work Experience

Work experience in the area you wish to become an assessor – for example, bricklaying – is essential to finding employment.

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Skills

• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Prior experience in an area of construction, i.e. joinery, plumbing or electrical installation
• Ability to work autonomously
• Able to express ideas succinctly and clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Effectively communicating with a range of learners, staff and employers
• Being able to demonstrate a clear commitment to high standards and the ability to drive continuous improvement
• Up-to-date, broad knowledge of the relevant subject area

Qualifications

To become an assessor, along with industry experience you'll also require an assessing qualification such as:

• Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
• Assessing Vocationally-Related Achievement
• Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement

You Could Complete A

• Level 4 Assessor coach higher apprenticeship

Salary and Earnings

The expected salary for an assessor varies as you become more experienced.

• Newly trained assessors can earn from £24,000
• Trained assessors with experience can earn up to £48,000*

Salaries depend on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route.

• Salaries have been collected from multiple industry sources