Electrical Apprenticeship Assessor

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking college as an Electrical Assessor, where your expertise will shape the next generation of electricians. This role involves delivering high-quality teaching and assessments, designing innovative curriculum materials, and collaborating with industry partners to enhance learning experiences. With a commitment to student success, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values professional development. Enjoy generous annual leave, excellent pension schemes, and flexible working opportunities in a nurturing and inclusive setting. Be part of a college dedicated to sustainability and community engagement.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

Excellent Pension Schemes

Memberships and Discounts

Discounted Travel

Free Onsite Parking

Learning and Development Opportunities

Employee Wellbeing Initiatives

Flexible Working Opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and committed to student success.
• Experience in the electrical industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons and assess learners' practical skills.
• Develop curriculum materials and ensure compliance with college policies.

Skills

Electrical Installation

Teaching Skills

Assessment Skills

Curriculum Development

Education

Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Job description

This is an exciting role to teach and assess electrical installation at Harrogate College, delivering Level 3 Installation and Maintenance apprenticeships.

You will be joining an enthusiastic, proactive team that thrives to get the best results from the learners. The team collaborates effectively to ensure the very best outcomes.

We have a well-equipped, industry-standard, and professional workshop to teach the course's practical elements. The role will additionally involve visiting learners in the workplace to assess their knowledge, skills, and behaviours in practice.

As an Electrical Assessor at Harrogate College, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of electricians. Your primary responsibilities will include delivering high-quality, engaging teaching, assessing learners, and conducting assessments. You will design and implement innovative teaching and assessment methods to enhance the learning experience.

In addition to teaching, you will be expected to contribute to the development of the electrical apprenticeship curriculum, ensuring it remains current with industry trends and technological advancements. This includes designing new course materials, updating existing ones, and participating in curriculum review processes, involving employers to enhance the learning experiences.

Overall, this role requires a dynamic individual, a commitment to student success, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community.

What You Will Do

1. Plan and deliver high-quality lessons to apprentices.
2. Assess learners' practical abilities against the apprenticeship standards' knowledge, skills, and behaviours.
3. Develop and adapt curriculum materials to meet the needs of learners.
4. Assess and provide feedback on student progress.
5. Support learners in achieving their educational goals.
6. Ensure compliance with all college policies and procedures.
7. Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
8. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall learning experience.
9. Complete all essential admin duties as required to fulfill the role.

About You

• We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about their subject and has a demonstrable commitment to using their expertise to create an excellent teaching and learning experience for our learners.
• You should be qualified to Level 3 or above in electrical installation and have some experience working within the industry.
• You don't need to be a qualified assessor or teacher—we will support you in achieving the necessary qualifications. We just ask that you are motivated by helping others to learn and that you really want to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

There are many benefits available to our staff members, including:

• Generous Annual Leave Entitlement: If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays, including Christmas closure days (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Support Staff: 39 days
• Academic Staff: 44 days
• Senior Management: 44 days
• Excellent Pension Schemes: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme
• Memberships and Discounts: Employees can sign up for various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and Commuting: Discounted travel through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, and Cycle to Work schemes. Free onsite parking at Harrogate Campus.
• Learning and Development Opportunities: Including staff development days.
• Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
• Flexible and Hybrid Working Opportunities: Depending on role requirements.

About Us

Harrogate College offers excellent facilities and a professional, friendly environment. We work closely with employers, the local community, and stakeholders to provide relevant curriculum and support to meet students' needs. We are working towards becoming a recognised centre of green excellence, supported by our sustainability pledge to be a net zero college by 2035.

Recently, we received £16m in government funding to transform our campus. The new energy-efficient building will include a workshop unit with facilities aligned to industry needs, including advanced manufacturing, low carbon construction, retrofit, sustainable energy, bioeconomy, health sciences, and hospitality. This complements our existing tech centre, home to motor vehicle, electrical, joinery, and welding workshops.

Choosing to work at Harrogate College means being part of a nurturing, inclusive, and progressive learning environment. We look forward to supporting your career development and welcoming you to our college.

SAFEGUARDING

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students, including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Mandatory pre-employment checks include an enhanced DBS, online checks, and two references. It is a criminal offence to apply if barred from regulated activity concerning children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to EDI is central to our values. We aim to foster a workplace embracing equality, diversity, and inclusion in all forms, ensuring fairness and respect for all candidates. Our recruitment processes are designed to promote equal opportunities and remove bias. We continually evaluate and improve practices to ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed. To learn more about our EDI objectives, please Click here.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly ask recruitment agencies not to send unsolicited CVs. We will contact agencies directly if support is needed. We do not recognize unsolicited or speculative CV submissions and are not liable for fees in such cases.