Electrical Skills Coach

Dovetail and Slate; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

37 days of Annual Leave

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts on travel, parking, and gym

Personal development opportunities

Teachers pension scheme

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate in Hull is seeking an Electrical Skills Coach to lead on-site and workplace assessments, guiding learners through NVQ portfolios and evidence submission. You will provide feedback and action plans to ensure progression toward qualification milestones.

The role requires an assessor qualification and extensive electrical industry experience, with teaching qualifications preferred or pursued. Benefits include flexible work and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Electrical.
• Assessor qualification needed.
• Extensive experience in the electrical industry.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-site and workplace assessments to evaluate learners' practical skills, competence, and adherence to 18th Edition regulations and health and safety standards.
• Guide learners through preparation, compilation, and submission of NVQ portfolios and workplace evidence.
• Deliver constructive, timely feedback and set targeted action plans to ensure progression toward qualification milestones.
• Maintain accurate assessment records, track learner progress, and update portfolio systems (e.g., OneFile, Smart Assessor).
• Liaise with employers, site managers, and tutors to coordinate visits, monitor workplace support, and review apprentice development.
• Participate in IQA processes, standardisation meetings, and ongoing professional development to maintain awarding body standards.

Skills

Electrical industry experience

Teaching readiness

Assessor guidance

Education

A Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Electrical

Tools

OneFile

Smart Assessor

Job description

Job Title - Electrical Skills Coach

Salary - £31,795 + £5,000 Market Supplement

Location - Hull

Contract Type - Permanent

We are seeking a highly qualified Electrical Assessors to join a dynamic team of educators and inspire the next generation of Electricians.

The Organisation

The Further Education provider we are recruiting for are passionate about unlocking the potential of every learner and empowering them to achieve their best. As an Ofsted-rated Good institution, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality further education and training in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Conducting regular on-site and workplace assessments to evaluate learners' practical skills, competence, and adherence to 18th Edition regulations and health and safety standards.


• Guiding learners through the preparation, compilation, and submission of their NVQ portfolios and workplace evidence.


• Delivering constructive, timely feedback and setting targeted action plans to ensure apprentices and learners progress toward qualification milestones.


• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date assessment records, tracking learner progress, and updating internal electronic portfolio systems (e.g., OneFile, Smart Assessor).


• Liaising with employers, site managers, and college tutors to coordinate assessment visits, monitor workplace support, and review overall apprentice development.


• Participating in Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) processes, standardisation meetings, and ongoing professional development to maintain awarding body standards.

Essential Requirements

• A Level 3 qualification or equivalent in Electrical.


• Assesors Qualification Needed


• Extensive industry experience in the Electrical industry.


• A teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.


• 37 days of Annual Leave


• Health and wellbeing support to keep you feeling your best.


• Fantastic discounts on travel, parking, and gym memberships.


• Exciting personal development opportunities to help you grow.


• Teachers can benefit from the teachers pension scheme, anywhere between 26-28% (Up to £11,600 a year!)

Important Notice

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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