Assessor in Early Years and Education

onlyFE; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandwell College is seeking an enthusiastic Assessor in Early Years and Education to join the Early Years and Education team. You will deliver high-quality assessment, training and support to learners, working with students, employers and colleagues.

Reporting to the Head of Section, you will manage caseloads, conduct workplace assessments and contribute to curriculum development and quality improvement activities while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Qualified childcare professional with assessment experience.
• Willingness to achieve teaching qualification if not held.
• Experience in Early Years sector.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality assessment, feedback and support to learners within Early Years and Education programmes
• Develop innovative delivery models and customised training programmes to meet employer and learner needs
• Manage an agreed caseload of learners, supporting timely achievement and progression
• Conduct workplace assessments and utilise a range of effective assessment methods
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate learner tracking systems
• Ensure learners are registered with awarding bodies and meet programme requirements
• Produce reports relating to recruitment, retention, achievement and performance
• Participate in curriculum development, planning and quality improvement activities
• Liaise with employers, awarding bodies and moderators to support assessment and external quality assurance processes
• Maintain accurate academic and administrative records in line with college and awarding body requirements
• Undertake external examinations and assessment activities within childcare settings
• Contribute to standardisation meetings and continuous professional development activities

Skills

Assessment delivery

Learner support

Employer relationship building

Record keeping

Curriculum development

Education

Level 3 Childcare or Early Years

Teaching qualification (PTLLS/CTLLS) or equivalent

Assessor qualification (D32/33, A1) or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Assessor in Early Years and Education to join our successful Early Years and Education team at Sandwell College.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified childcare professional with assessment experience and a passion for supporting learners to achieve their full potential. Working closely with students, employers and colleagues, you will deliver high-quality assessment, training and support, helping learners develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for success within the Early Years sector.
Reporting to the Head of Section, you will play a key role in maintaining excellent learner outcomes, building strong employer relationships and ensuring the delivery of high-quality assessment and support across Early Years programmes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality assessment, feedback and support to learners within Early Years and Education programmes
• Develop innovative delivery models and customised training programmes to meet employer and learner needs
• Manage an agreed caseload of learners, supporting timely achievement and progression
• Conduct workplace assessments and utilise a range of effective assessment methods
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate learner tracking systems
• Ensure learners are registered with awarding bodies and meet programme requirements
• Produce reports relating to recruitment, retention, achievement and performance
• Participate in curriculum development, planning and quality improvement activities
• Liaise with employers, awarding bodies and moderators to support assessment and external quality assurance processes
• Maintain accurate academic and administrative records in line with college and awarding body requirements
• Undertake external examinations and assessment activities within childcare settings
• Contribute to standardisation meetings and continuous professional development activities
  

Skills, Knowledge And Expertise

• A relevant professional qualification in Childcare or Early Years (minimum Level 3)
• A teaching qualification (PTLLS, CTLLS or equivalent) or willingness to achieve this qualification
• An assessor qualification (D32/33, A1 or equivalent)
• Experience of assessing and training within Early Years, Childcare or a related sector
• Current industry knowledge and understanding of Early Years practice