Engineering Assessor. Job in Swindon Education & Training Jobs

New College Swindon; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Swindon is seeking an experienced Engineering Assessor to guide, support, and assess learners working towards engineering qualifications. This role involves competency-based assessments, providing feedback, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Candidates should have a recognised engineering qualification and an assessor qualification. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on learner success.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering qualification at Level 3 or above.
• Assessor qualification such as TAQA, A1 or equivalent.
• Desirable: IQA qualification or experience delivering apprenticeships.

Responsibilities

• Carry out competency-based assessments in workplace and classroom.
• Provide clear feedback and guidance to learners.
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Strong understanding of engineering principles

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Recognised engineering qualification at Level 3 or above

Assessor qualification such as TAQA or A1

Job description

Are you passionate about engineering and keen to help develop the next generation of skilled professionals?

We re looking for an someone who can guide, support, and assess learners as they work towards their engineering qualifications and apprenticeships. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, understands industry standards, and wants to make a real impact on learner success.

What you ll do:

• Carry out competency-based assessments in workplace and classroom environments
• Provide clear feedback, guidance, and support to learners throughout their qualification
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate records using e-portfolio systems
• Liaise with employers to make sure workplace tasks align with qualification requirements
• Promote strong engineering, health and safety, and industry best practices
• Participate in standardisation meetings and keep assessment knowledge up to date
• Contribute to continuous improvement across assessment practices and processes

What we re looking for:

• A recognised engineering qualification at Level 3 or above
• An assessor qualification such as TAQA, A1 or equivalent
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and industry standards
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of learners
• Desirable: IQA qualification, experience delivering apprenticeships, or knowledge of current engineering technologies and practices

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community. Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK.

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.