Engineering Assessor

National Skills Agency; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A training organization is looking for a Work-Based Training Advisor to enhance the training and support of apprentices in engineering and manufacturing. The role includes delivering assessments, coaching, and developing learning plans, ensuring adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate should have relevant assessor qualifications, level 3+ engineering qualifications, and experience in training or assessing. Attractive remuneration includes a salary of £34,531 and a £6,000 car allowance plus benefits including healthcare and generous leave.

Benefits

35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Healthcare plan

Cycle2Work scheme

Pension (4% employer contribution)

Death-in-service cover

Qualifications

• Assessor qualification is essential.
• Level 3+ qualifications in engineering or manufacturing are required.
• Experience in assessing or training in engineering or manufacturing is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver workplace assessments and knowledge-based training.
• Provide coaching and progress reviews.
• Develop and monitor individual learning plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisation skills

Caseload management

Education

Assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, D32/D33)

Level 3+ engineering/manufacturing qualifications

Teaching qualification

Job description

Work-Based Training Advisor – Engineering & Manufacturing Apprenticeships (Level 3-4 Electrical/Electronic Bias)

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: £34,531 + £6,000 car allowance
Contract: Full Time

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a Work-Based Training Advisor to support apprentices on Level 3-4 engineering and manufacturing programmes (electrical/electronic bias). The role focuses on high-quality assessment, training delivery and learner support, ensuring apprentices gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours required by industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver workplace assessments and knowledge-based training in line with apprenticeship standards.
• Provide coaching, progress reviews and constructive feedback.
• Develop and monitor individual learning plans and support apprentices preparing for EPA.
• Build strong employer relationships and ensure workplaces are suitable for training.
• Maintain compliant learner records and contribute to internal quality assurance.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and data protection standards are upheld.

Qualifications & Experience

• Assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, D32/D33) - essential.
• Level 3+ engineering/manufacturing qualifications - essential.
• Teaching qualification - desirable.
• Experience in assessing or training within engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong industry background; power generation experience desirable.
• Excellent communication, organisation and caseload management skills.

Benefits

• £34,531 salary + £6,000 car allowance (plus mileage).
• 35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
• Healthcare plan, Cycle2Work and salary exchange schemes.
• Pension: 4% employer contribution (rising to min. 10% after 12 months).
• Death-in-service (4x salary) and critical illness cover after 12 months.
• Supportive environment with modern facilities and strong employer networks.