Health & Social Care Tutor / Assessor

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Health & Social Care Tutor / Assessor to teach and assess adult learners in Health and Social Care qualifications. This hybrid role requires recognised teaching qualifications and offers flexibility in delivery methods. Candidates should possess strong organisational skills and a full UK driving licence. The role offers a salary up to £29,500 plus car allowance.

Benefits

Car allowance

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., TAQA, CAVA, A1).
• Experience in delivering Health & Social Care qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment.
• Support learners to achieve timely qualifications.
• Conduct initial assessments and develop learning plans.
• Track learner progress and ensure compliance.

Skills

Teaching or assessing qualification

Health & Social Care knowledge

Organisational skills

Technology skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Health & Social Care Tutor / Assessor

Location: Remote + South Central - Hybrid (covering South Central England - areas such as Reading, Oxford, Luton, Bath, Bristol; other locations considered)

Salary: Up to £29,500 + £4,500 car allowance (for qualified IQAs, starting from £26,500)

Contract: Permanent

Role Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Health & Social Care Tutor / Assessor to deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment to adult learners enrolled on Health and Social Care qualifications up to and including Level 5.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, combining remote delivery with occasional face‑to‑face visits depending on learner needs and location. Tutors will typically meet learners face‑to‑face up to three times per month (or if further afield twice per programme - individualised on induction), with all other sessions conducted remotely via Teams.

You’ll be responsible for supporting learners through every stage of their qualification, ensuring an engaging, supportive, and compliant learning experience that drives achievement and personal growth.

Qualified IQA's will be considered for £29,500 starting + car allowance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality teaching and assessment in Health & Social Care up to Level 5.
• Support and motivate learners to achieve timely completion of their qualifications.
• Conduct effective initial assessments and develop individual learning plans.
• Provide tailored support through a blend of face‑to‑face and remote learning.
• Track learner progress, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with awarding body standards.
• Support learners in developing the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required within the Health & Social Care sector.
• Prepare for and participate in quality assurance activities to maintain high delivery standards.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all learning environments.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practice and continuously improve delivery.

Essential Criteria

• Recognised teaching or assessing qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, D32/D33 or equivalent).
• Level 3 or above qualification in Health & Social Care.
• Experience delivering or assessing Health & Social Care qualifications.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a caseload effectively.
• Confident using technology, including Teams and e‑portfolio systems.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for learner visits.

Desirable Criteria

• Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA) or equivalent.
• Experience delivering apprenticeships or adult learning qualifications up to Level 5.
• Occupational competence within adult social care settings.
• Experience in blended or hybrid delivery models.