Early Years Education Assessor (Fixed-Term)

Sandwell College; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sector-leading pay

Generous annual leave

Career development

Cycle to work

Onsite discounts

Gym access

Pension contributions

Discounts

Will writing

Flu vaccine

Wellbeing support

Recognition events

Job summary

Sandwell College in Cadbury College is seeking an Assessor in Early Years and Education for a full-time fixed-term role. You will assess learners in the workplace, deliver underpinning knowledge, and manage a caseload while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires a Level 3 childcare qualification, PTLLS/CTLLS or equivalent, and an assessor qualification with verifier training. UK driving licence and flexible hours are desirable.

Qualifications

• A relevant professional qualification in Childcare (minimum Level 3).
• A teaching qualification (minimum PTLLS or CTLLS, or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards one at the earliest opportunity.
• An assessor qualification (D32/33/A1 or equivalent) and an internal verifier qualification (D34/V1 or equivalent).
• Experience of assessing and training in the relevant subject area, and experience or knowledge of working within the sector.
• Experience of managing caseloads of candidates.
• The ability to present information to learners and colleagues using ILT.
• Effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and targets.
• A team player who is willing to implement college policy, take part in new developments, and has a commitment to Equal Opportunities in practice.
• Flexibility to deliver training and assessments at external training venues, including some evenings.
• A UK driving licence free of major endorsements, and the use of a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver underpinning knowledge and plan for, assess and provide feedback to learners
• Use a range of effective workplace assessment techniques that lead to timely achievements
• Manage an agreed caseload of learners, keeping the learner tracking system and all records accurate and up to date
• Develop innovative delivery models and customised training programmes that meet the needs of employers
• Communicating with placement schools to manage attendance and engagement of our students whilst they are on placement
• Assisting in developing relationships and sourcing placements for students with schools
• Act as a point of communication for learners, employers and colleagues, promoting the credibility of our courses
• Contribute to curriculum development and planning, and share responsibility within course teams for the quality of course delivery
• Register candidates with awarding bodies, and liaise with moderators to plan and carry out external assessment in childcare settings
• Attend performance review and standardisation meetings, and report on performance, recruitment, retention and achievement
• Keep up to date with eligibility criteria for work-based learning contracts, and take responsibility for your own continuing professional development

Skills

Effective communication

ILT delivery

Team player

Driving licence

Education

Childcare Level 3

PTLLS/CTLLS teaching qualification

Assessor qualification (D32/33/A1)

Internal verifier qualification (D34/V1)

Job description

Sandwell College in Cadbury College is seeking an Assessor in Early Years and Education for a full-time fixed-term role. You will assess learners in the workplace, deliver underpinning knowledge, and manage a caseload while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires a Level 3 childcare qualification, PTLLS/CTLLS or equivalent, and an assessor qualification with verifier training. UK driving licence and flexible hours are desirable.