Carpentry and Joinery Trainer Assessor

Wigan & Leigh College; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Wigan is seeking a passionate Carpentry and Joinery Trainer/Assessor to support apprentices through workplace assessments and learning activities. Ideal candidates will have a recognised qualification in bricklaying and relevant experience, contributing to the development of skills and collaboration with industry partners. Join a college that values innovation and quality teaching.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working

Discounts on travel and gym memberships

Personal development opportunities

Attractive pension schemes

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in bricklaying with relevant industry experience.
• Ideally experience with e-portfolio systems and knowledge of construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Support apprentices through workplace assessments and reviews.
• Deliver learning activities that develop carpentry and joinery skills.
• Collaborate with employer partners to improve provision.

Skills

Experience with e-portfolio systems

Knowledge of current construction standards

Understanding of sustainability practices

Education

Recognised qualification in bricklaying

Qualified assessor (TAQA, A1, V1 or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Carpentry and Joinery Trainer/Assessor

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our expanding community of talented, committed and inspirational colleagues. Working in a dynamic, values led organisation, this role is for those who are passionate about development and innovation within a lively college community. We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support, flexible working, discounts on travel, parking and gym memberships through our exciting Benefits Platform, Green Car Scheme, personal development opportunities and attractive pension schemes.

Inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Wigan & Leigh College is seeking a passionate, experienced or from industry expert for the position of Carpentry and Joinery Trainer/Assessor to join our high-performing Construction team. If you’re committed to raising standards in the industry and want to help shape the future workforce, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

As a Carpentry and Joinery Assessor, you’ll work directly with apprentices on the Level 2 and Level 3, supporting them through workplace assessments, progress reviews, and individualised action planning. You’ll play a key role in developing their skills and confidence, setting SMART targets and, where necessary, delivering EPA sessions to help apprentices achieve success.

You’ll also contribute to developing our provision in collaboration with employer partners and awarding bodies, ensuring we meet the current and future demands of the industry.

Responsibilities

• Support apprentices on Level 2 and Level 3 through workplace assessments, progress reviews and action planning.
• Deliver and guide learning activities that develop carpentry and joinery skills, ensuring SMART targets are set for progression.
• Where required, deliver EPA sessions to support end-point assessment readiness.
• Collaborate with employer partners and awarding bodies to develop and improve provision to meet industry demands.

What we’re looking for

• A recognised qualification in bricklaying with relevant industry experience.
• Ideally, experience with e-portfolio systems and knowledge of current construction standards and developments.

Desirable but not essential

• Understanding of sustainability practices and modern construction methods.
• Experience in preparing learners for end-point assessment.
• A qualified assessor (TAQA, A1, V1 or equivalent).

Join a college that values innovation, quality teaching, and strong industry links. If you’re motivated to inspire and support the next generation of bricklayers, we’d love to hear from you.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. To comply with legislation, you are required to obtain a DBS check for your role. We will be asking Protocol National Ltd/Esafeguarding Ltd to undertake this process on our behalf.