Automotive Technical Assessor

Arnold Clark; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave

Private healthcare

Vehicle discounts on purchases, parts,

Workplace pension

Extensive training opportunities

GP access via Simplyhealth

Job summary

Arnold Clark, via GTG Training, is seeking an Automotive Technical Assessor to cover the Edinburgh area with occasional travel to Dumfries and Aberdeen. You will visit Level 3 apprentices at their place of work to carry out reviews and assessments, ensuring progress toward the Level 3 qualification.

The successful candidate will hold an industry-recognised qualification in Automotive Maintenance and Repair and will communicate effectively with apprentices and their employers, guiding them to

Qualifications

• Industry-recognised qualification in Automotive Maintenance and Repair Level 3 Light/Heavy Vehicle or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage honestly and effectively with young adults.
• Ability to work independently and achieve deadlines.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out competency-based reviews and assessments at apprentices' workplaces to ensure progression of Level 3 qualification.
• Measure student progress against industry and awarding body standards.
• Provide supported learning and guidance to apprentices and their employers.
• Travel to various workplaces across the area.
• Assist apprentices in building an evidence portfolio from their workplace tasks.
• Complete SDS documentation within set timescales.
• Complete awarding body targets within set timeframes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Independent worker

Attention to detail

MS Word & MS Excel

Education

Automotive Maintenance and Repair Level 3 (Light/Heavy Vehicle) or equivalent

Job description

Why choose us?

We are looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Automotive Technical Assessor to cover the Edinburgh area with occasional travel to Dumfries and Aberdeen.

Benefits

In return for your skills, you will receive one of the best employee benefits packages in the automotive industry which includes:

• 33 days’ annual leave
• Private healthcare
• Generous discounts on vehicle purchases, services, parts, rentals, insurance and more
• Workplace pension
• Extensive training opportunities
• Simplyhealth – all employees have access to a GP 24/7 and can claim money back on medical and dental treatments

Hours

Full time: Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm

About The Role

As an assessor for GTG Training, Arnold Clark’s training division, you will visit Level 3 apprentices at their place of work to carry out reviews and assessments.

The successful candidate will have a high level of occupational competency and hold an industry-recognised qualification in Automotive Maintenance and Repair.

You will also be a skilled communicator, able to nurture and support apprentices and inspire them to achieve successful careers in the automotive industry.

Day-to-day duties

• Carrying out competency-based reviews and assessments at apprentices’ workplaces, ensuring progression of their Level 3 qualification
• Measuring student progress against industry and awarding body standards
• Providing supported learning and guidance to apprentices and their employers, where required
• Travelling to various workplaces across the area
• Assisting apprentices in building an evidence portfolio from their workplace tasks
• Completing Skills Development Scotland (SDS) documentation within the set timescales
• Completing awarding body targets within set timeframes

Essential Requirements

• An industry-recognised qualification in Automotive Maintenance and Repair Level 3 Light/Heavy Vehicle or equivalent
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage honestly and effectively with young adults
• Ability to work independently and achieve deadlines
• A high level of accuracy and ability to multi-task
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• A full UK driving licence

Nice To Have (but Not Essential)

• Previous assessing and training experience would be advantageous

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make‑up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark , visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.