Construction NVQ Assessor

Salt Training Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST workplace pension

Free parking

NVQ provision launch

Job summary

SALT Training Limited seeks an experienced Construction NVQ Assessor to support the launch and growth of a new Construction NVQ provision. You will assess learners, support progress, and help create course content and resources in collaboration with workplaces and learners.

The role emphasizes hands-on construction experience, strong assessment capabilities, and a proactive approach to delivering high-quality learner journeys across NVQs and apprenticeships.

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 NVQ in Carpentry, Bricklaying or Multi-Skills/Trade Construction.
• TAQA Assessor qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• IQA qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Relevant construction experience and familiarity with NVQs and apprenticeships.

Responsibilities

• Assess learners undertaking Construction NVQs and apprenticeships using a range of assessment methods.
• Plan and carry out learner reviews, workplace visits and progress monitoring.
• Provide feedback and support to help learners achieve within set timescales.
• Support the launch and development of SALT Training Limited's Construction NVQ provision.
• Develop course content, assessment materials and learner resources.
• Map learner evidence against qualification requirements.
• Maintain accurate learner records using Smart Assessor and other e-portfolio systems.
• Collaborate with employers to identify suitable workplace evidence and assessment opportunities.
• Monitor progress and intervene to prevent learner delays.
• Participate in standardisation and quality assurance activities.

Skills

Written skills

Verbal skills

Digital skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2/3 NVQ in Carpentry/Bricklaying/Multi-Skills

TAQA Assessor qualification

IQA qualification

Tools

Smart Assessor

e-portfolio systems

Job description

Construction NVQ Assessor

Salary: £33,500-£37,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm

Benefits

• NEST workplace pension
• Free parking
• Opportunity to play a key role in launching and developing a new Construction NVQ provision
• Opportunity to develop course content, resources and learner pathways
• Work directly with apprentices, workplace learners and employers
• Be part of the continued growth of SALT Training Limited's construction and apprenticeship provision

About the Role

SALT Training Limited is looking for an experienced and motivated Construction NVQ Assessor to support the launch and development of our new Construction NVQ provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong construction industry and assessment experience who wants to play an active part in developing high-quality provision.

You will assess and support learners undertaking Construction NVQs and apprenticeships, working closely with learners and employers to support progress and timely achievement. You will also help develop course content, assessment resources and structured learner journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess learners undertaking Construction NVQs and apprenticeships using a range of assessment methods, including workplace observations, professional discussions, questioning, witness testimonies and products of work.
• Plan and carry out learner reviews, workplace visits and progress monitoring.
• Provide clear feedback, coaching and support to help learners demonstrate occupational competence and achieve within agreed timescales.
• Support the launch and development of SALT Training Limited's new Construction NVQ provision.
• Develop course content, assessment materials, programme resources and learner support materials.
• Map learner evidence and resources against qualification requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date learner records using Smart Assessor and other e-portfolio systems.
• Work closely with employers to identify suitable workplace evidence and assessment opportunities.
• Monitor learner progress and identify learners who may be at risk of falling behind, putting appropriate support in place.
• Participate in standardisation, internal quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
• Work flexibly to support the continued growth of our apprenticeship and workplace construction provision.

What We Are Looking For

• A Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in at least one of the following: Carpentry, Bricklaying or Multi-Skills/Multi-Trade Construction.
• A valid TAQA Assessor qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
• An IQA qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
• Relevant and credible occupational experience in construction.
• Experience of Construction NVQs and apprenticeship provision.
• Experience assessing occupational competence using a range of evidence sources.
• A proven track record of supporting learners towards timely completion.
• Experience using Smart Assessor and other e-portfolio systems.
• Experience creating programme resources and assessment materials.
• Experience mapping evidence and resources against qualification requirements.
• Strong written, verbal, digital and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage a varied learner caseload and meet deadlines.

Desirable

A teaching qualification such as AET, CET, DET or equivalent would be advantageous, along with experience of Skills Bootcamps, internal quality assurance, developing new programmes or working across more than one construction trade.

About You

You will be learner-focused, professional and organised, with the confidence to work independently and build positive relationships with learners, employers and colleagues.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, flexible and committed to maintaining high standards. You should be keen to contribute ideas and help shape and grow our Construction NVQ and apprenticeship provision.