Electrical Skills Coach

New College Swindon; Swindon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

New College Swindon in Swindon is seeking an experienced Electrical Assessor to join our Apprenticeships team. You will assess apprentices in real work environments, provide coaching, and help learners achieve their apprenticeship.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation, industry experience, a UK driving licence, and strong communication and organisational skills to manage a caseload and build employer relationships.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation or related discipline.
• Industry experience within the electrical sector.
• Experience assessing or mentoring apprentices or trainees would be advantageous.
• An A1 Assessor Award (or equivalent) would be desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own caseload.
• Experience working with employers and building positive professional relationships.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, with a willingness to learn College systems.
• A proactive approach with a passion for developing others.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as regular travel to employer premises is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Electrical apprentices, supporting them throughout their apprenticeship journey.
• Carry out workplace assessments, reviews and progress visits, ensuring apprentices achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with employers to monitor apprentice progress and provide advice on programme requirements.
• Assess learner evidence against apprenticeship standards and awarding organisation requirements.
• Support the recruitment, interview and initial assessment of prospective apprentices.
• Help learners build their portfolios and prepare for assessment and End Point Assessment where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment schedules and compliance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the Electrical curriculum team to support high-quality apprenticeship delivery.
• Support awarding body quality assurance activities and external verification visits.
• Ensure all activity complies with Health & Safety, safeguarding and funding requirements.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Caseload management

Employer relationship building

Driving licence

Own vehicle access

Proactive development attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation

A1 Assessor Award (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced electrical professional looking to help develop the next generation of skilled electricians?

We're looking for a motivated Electrical Assessor to join our Apprenticeships team. This is an exciting opportunity to use your industry expertise to support apprentices in the workplace, helping them develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to achieve their apprenticeship and progress within the electrical industry.

Working closely with employers and curriculum colleagues, you'll assess apprentices in real work environments, provide coaching and guidance, and ensure learners remain on track to successfully complete their programme.

What you'll do

• Manage a caseload of Electrical apprentices, supporting them throughout their apprenticeship journey.
• Carry out workplace assessments, reviews and progress visits, ensuring apprentices achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with employers to monitor apprentice progress and provide advice on programme requirements.
• Assess learner evidence against apprenticeship standards and awarding organisation requirements.
• Support the recruitment, interview and initial assessment of prospective apprentices.
• Help learners build their portfolios and prepare for assessment and End Point Assessment where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment schedules and compliance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the Electrical curriculum team to support high-quality apprenticeship delivery.
• Support awarding body quality assurance activities and external verification visits.
• Ensure all activity complies with Health & Safety, safeguarding and funding requirements.

What we're looking for

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation or a related discipline.
• Industry experience within the electrical sector.
• Experience assessing or mentoring apprentices or trainees would be advantageous.
• An A1 Assessor Award (or equivalent) would be desirable.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own caseload.
• Experience working with employers and building positive professional relationships.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, with a willingness to learn College systems.
• A proactive approach with a passion for developing others.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as regular travel to employer premises is required.

Whether you're already an assessor or an experienced electrician looking to move into education, we'll support you to develop your career while making a real difference to apprentices and employers.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received.

You must have the right to work in the UK.

Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Safeguarding Statement

New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.