Hourly Paid Assessor / Internal Verifier for Electrical

Dovetail and Slate; Royal Leamington Spa; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working

Carer’s Leave

On-site gym access

Discounted hair & beauty

Health plan options

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking

Leadership & Mgmt training

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking an Electrical Assessor or Internal Verifier for a large FE college in the UK. The role involves leading the IV team, CPD delivery, and formal verification of apprenticeship portfolios and NVQ activities both in workplace and college settings.

The post requires NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent, an Assessor Award, and experience in the electrical sector with strong health & safety knowledge. Desirable: V1 IV award, UK driving licence, and IT skills.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent (e.g., JIB Gold Card).
• Assessor Award (A1 or equivalent).
• Internal Verification Award (V1 or equivalent) is desirable.
• Recent industrial electrical experience and strong HSE knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Internal Verifier team for CPD and standardisation.
• Formally verify apprenticeship portfolios and NVQ assessments.
• Conduct NVQ assessments for apprenticeships in the electrical department.
• Liaise with External Verifiers and Awarding Bodies for audits.
• Maintain high-standard documentation across systems and records.
• Participate in college training sessions and team activities.

Skills

Industrial electrical experience

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent

Assessor Award (A1 or equivalent)

Internal Verification Award (V1 or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title - Hourly Paid Assessor / Internal Verifier for Electrical

Salary - 19.41 - 22.16 per hour

Location - Royal Leamington Spa

Contract Type - Permanent / Hourly Paid / Zero Hours

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Electrical Assessor or Internal Verifier to join a dynamic Work-Based Learning team and inspire the next generation of electricians.

The Organisation

The Further Education provider we are recruiting for is one of the largest FE and HE colleges in the UK, dedicated to delivering learning experiences that improve student destinations and meet industry needs. As an Ofsted-rated successful institution with Foundation Degree Awarding Powers, they pride themselves on high academic standards within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Act as the Lead Internal Verifier for the Centre and deputy Centre Co-ordinator, leading the IV team in CPD and standardisation.
• Conduct formal verification of apprenticeship portfolios and NVQ assessment activities both in the workplace and at the college.
• Conduct NVQ assessments for apprenticeships and work-based learning within the electrical department.
• Liaise with External Verifiers and Awarding Bodies to support audit visits and maintain standardized documentation.
• Ensure all assessment and awarding body documentation is maintained to high college and employer standards.
• Participate in team activities and attend college-delivered 'Teaching Essentials' training.

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent (e.g., JIB Gold Card).
• Assessor Award (preferably A1 or equivalent).
• Recent, extensive industrial experience with wide technical knowledge in the electrical vocation.
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety standards within the sector.

Desirable: Internal Verification Award (V1 or equivalent), UK driving licence, and IT skills.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working options available (approx. 5 days required on-site for observations and standardisation).
• Carer's Leave policy offering up to a full usual working week of paid leave.
• Free on-site gym access and discounted hair & beauty treatments in college salons.
• Excellent health and wellbeing support through plus voluntary Health Shield cash plan options.
• Cycle to work scheme, free will writing service, and free on-site parking.
• Comprehensive internal training and Leadership & Management development programmes.

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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Because education matters.