Independent End-Point Assessor - Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Standard

Future (Awards and Qualifications) Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureQuals is seeking an Independent End-point Assessor to conduct End-point Assessment activities against the Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Standard. Remote and onsite opportunities are available, with flexible venue options to assess apprentices.

You will assess competence, ensure fair judgments, provide expert advice to stakeholders, maintain CPD, and participate in standardisation activities to uphold high assessment quality.

Qualifications

• Hold either Units D32/33 (Legacy Award) A1 Assessors Award and up-to-date NOS NO 9.
• Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (Current Award).
• Understanding of the Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Standard.

Responsibilities

• Assess apprentice competence against Ambulance Support Worker Standard using approved methods.
• Ensure all assessment judgments are fair, valid and unbiased.
• Provide technical advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in training and standardisation activities for Independent End-point Assessors.
• Maintain evidence of ongoing CPD and assess outcomes submission.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Organisational skills

IT proficiency

Education

Level 3 AVA qualification

D32/33 or A1 Assessors Award

Job description

Acting as an ambassador of FutureQuals, you will be responsible for carrying out End-point Assessment activities on apprentices against the Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Standard.

Location

Remote and onsite opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing and documenting apprentice competence against industry specific Apprenticeship Standards, at designated venues using the approved assessment methods and grading criteria.
• Ensuring all assessment judgements are fair, valid and free from bias.
• Providing technical, Apprenticeship Standard specific advice to a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Taking part in regular training and standardisation activities, associated with the role of an Independent End-point Assessor.
• Maintaining and providing evidence of up to date and ongoing, relevant Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Responding to End-point Assessment operational activities, reporting and submissions of assessment outcomes.
• Reporting all risks and issues encountered during the End-point Assessment, including suspected malpractice/maladministration.
• Reporting potential and/or actual conflicts of interest, including in relation to the independence of assessment.
• Taking part in best practice, training and standardisation activities to ensure a consistent approach to independent End-point Assessment.
• Maintaining a thorough knowledge of FutureQuals independent End-point Assessment policies and procedures.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

• Hold either Units D32/33 (Legacy Award) A1 Assessors Award (Legacy Award) and have up to date knowledge and awareness of the National Occupational Standards NO 9.
• Or, Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (Current Award).
• An understanding of the Level 3 Ambulance Support Worker Standard.
• Must hold a recognised occupational qualification in the area in which they are assessing and must have held such qualification for a minimum of 2 years.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of producing reports and feedback material.
• Excellent organisation, administrative and planning skills.
• Proficient IT skills, with experience of using key business software.
• Availability to attend, or manage, key activities throughout the year.