SVQ Assessor

Glasgow Clyde College; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Glasgow Clyde College is seeking experienced SVQ Assessors specialising in Social Services, Childhood Practice and Playwork. You will assess candidates at SCQF Levels 6 and 7, potentially up to Level 9, and support progress through workplace reassessments and robust documentation.

The role requires strong communication and organisational skills, CPD engagement, and experience in SVQ assessments. This is an on-site, full-time temporary position within the Faculty of Health, Wellbeing and

Qualifications

• HNC (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent is required or an recognised alternative.
• Assessor and Verifier Awards are required.
• A qualification at SCQF Level 9 is desirable and supports progression.

Responsibilities

• Monitor candidate progress and arrange/reassess in the workplace using diverse assessment techniques.
• Maintain accurate attendance and assessment records per College policies and external verification requirements.
• Carry out regular workplace visits to support and assess candidates and engage with employers.
• Contribute to standardisation of assessment evidence for consistency and quality.
• Communicate progress with candidates’ line managers, meeting deadlines and quality standards.

Skills

Clear communication

Organisation

Candidate assessment

CPD awareness

Education

HNC (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent

Assessor and Verifier Awards

SCQF Level 9 (desirable)

Job description

The Faculty of Health, Wellbeing and Management at Glasgow Clyde College are seeking experienced SVQ Assessors specialising in the following areas:

Social Services

Childhood Practice

Playwork

If you’re passionate about vocational training and committed to delivering high-quality assessments, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

As an SVQ Assessor, you will play a key role in the development of candidates, assessing them at SCQF Levels 6 and 7 and possibly up to Level 9. Your duties will include:

Monitoring candidate progress, arranging and conducting reassessments in the workplace using a variety of assessment techniques.

Maintaining accurate records of attendance and assessments, ensuring all documentation is processed according to College policies and in line with internal and external verification requirements.

Carrying out regular workplace visits to support and assess candidates, fostering strong relationships with both candidates and employers.

Engaging in the standardisation of assessment evidence to ensure consistency and quality.

Communicating progress and attainment effectively with candidates’ line managers, while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards.

Requirements:Qualifications:Vocationally relevant HNC (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent.Assessor and Verifier Awards (required).A qualification at SCQF Level 9 (desirable).Experience and Skills:Strong knowledge in Social Services, Childhood Practice and/or Playwork and up-to-date expertise through continuous professional development (CPD).Previous experience in assessing SVQs within this field.Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of candidates and employers.

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SVQ Assessor

Company: Glasgow Clyde College

Salary: from £40,208 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: G42 9LB

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Temporary

Posting date: 28 Oct 2026

Closing date: 4 Nov 2026

Summary

Join Our Team:

The Faculty of Health, Wellbeing and Management at Glasgow Clyde College are seeking experienced SVQ Assessors specialising in the following areas:

Social Services

Childhood Practice

Playwork

If you’re passionate about vocational training and committed to delivering high-quality assessments, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

As an SVQ Assessor, you will play a key role in the development of candidates, assessing them at SCQF Levels 6 and 7 and possibly up to Level 9. Your duties will include:

Monitoring candidate progress, arranging and conducting reassessments in the workplace using a variety of assessment techniques.

Maintaining accurate records of attendance and assessments, ensuring all documentation is processed according to College policies and in line with internal and external verification requirements.

Carrying out regular workplace visits to support and assess candidates, fostering strong relationships with both candidates and employers.

Engaging in the standardisation of assessment evidence to ensure consistency and quality.

Communicating progress and attainment effectively with candidates’ line managers, while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards.

Essential requirements

Requirements:Qualifications:Vocationally relevant HNC (SCQF Level 7) or equivalent.Assessor and Verifier Awards (required).A qualification at SCQF Level 9 (desirable).Experience and Skills:Strong knowledge in Social Services, Childhood Practice and/or Playwork and up-to-date expertise through continuous professional development (CPD).Previous experience in assessing SVQs within this field.Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of candidates and employers.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

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