Occupationally Competent Assessor / Trainer

Polaris; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's service provider in Bromsgrove is seeking an experienced Occupationally Competent Assessor/Trainer to deliver high-quality assessments for learners undertaking the Level Children, Young People and Families Practitioner Apprenticeship. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, supporting learners through their qualifications, and ensuring compliance with all requirements. Candidates should have a Level Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare and a recognised Assessor qualification. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Benefits

Equal opportunities employer

Commitment to safeguarding welfare of children

Qualifications

• Occupational competence in residential childcare or children’s services.
• Level Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare required.
• Recognised Assessor qualification such as TAQA or A.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and skills scans for learners.
• Deliver and assess the Level Children, Young People and Families Apprenticeship.
• Help learners prepare for End Point Assessment (EPA).

Skills

Occupational competence in residential childcare or children’s services

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and manage caseload

Education

Level Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Recognised Assessor qualification

Teaching qualification (DET, CET, PTLLS, AET, CertEd)

Tools

Quals Direct e-portfolio systems

Job description

About Us

We are Polaris, one of the UK’s largest leading communities of children’s service providers. Within the community, we have independent fostering and adoption agencies who have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over years, as well as Leaving Care services, Residential, Education and bespoke children’s services contracts.

Through our therapeutic children's homes and schools, set in a variety of urban and rural communities, our Residential Division are able to support young people's emotional, social, mental and academic progression and enable them to grow and reach their full potential.

About you

As an experienced Occupationally Competent Assessor/Trainer you will provide high-quality assessment and support for learners undertaking the Level Children, Young People and Families Practitioner Apprenticeship, including the embedded NCFE Level Diploma in Residential Childcare. The assessor will ensure learners are supported, assessed, and guided to achieve their qualifications and prepare for End Point Assessment (EPA).

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and skills scans to identify prior learning and tailor training plans.
• Deliver and assess the Level Children, Young People and Families Apprenticeship, NCFE Level Diploma in Residential Childcare, with future plans of delivering the Level Children, Young People and Families Manager Apprenticeship and NCFE CACHE Level Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
• Support learners through the Level CYPF Practitioner standard, ensuring progress against Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs).
• Plan and carry out observations, professional discussions, and portfolio reviews.
• Provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate learner records.
• Prepare learners for EPA, including mock assessments and gateway readiness checks.
• Liaise with employers to ensure workplace relevance and support.
• Maintain compliance with ESFA funding rules and awarding body requirements.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, and diversity throughout delivery.

Essential Criteria

• Occupational competence in residential childcare or children’s services (, Senior Support Worker, Registered Manager).
• Level Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
• Recognised Assessor qualification (, TAQA, A).
• Experience delivering apprenticeship standards and/or vocational qualifications.
• Strong understanding of the CYPF Level standard and NCFE Level Diploma.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage caseload.

Desirable Criteria

• Teaching qualification ((DET), CET, PTLLS, AET, CertEd).
• Experience using Quals Direct e-portfolio systems (but experience of other platforms eg OneFile, Bud, Smart Assessor, would be sufficient).
• Knowledge of ESFA funding rules and Ofsted expectations.
• Experience supporting learners with additional needs or from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position.

For an informal conversation about this post, please contact Clare Makepeace on . No Agencies Please.