Trainer / Assessor in Engineering

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandwell College is seeking an experienced assessor/trainer for its Central BDU Engineering department to train and assess apprentices.

The role centers on delivering practical training, workplace assessments, caseload management and input into curriculum design.

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualification at Level 3 or above, or equivalent industry experience and competence.
• Assessor qualification such as D32/33 or A1.
• Internal verification qualification such as D34 or V1, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training tailored to learner and employer needs.
• Assess learners in the workplace and give constructive feedback to support timely achievement.
• Manage an agreed caseload of learners and monitor their progress.
• Develop training programmes and contribute to curriculum planning and development.
• Maintain accurate learner records, tracking systems and assessment documentation.
• Work with employers, awarding bodies, placement providers and colleagues.
• Support quality assurance, standardisation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Engineering experience

Communication and organisation

Support diverse learners

Education

Engineering qualification Level 3+

Job description

This permanent post in Sandwell College's Central BDU Engineering department trains and assesses apprentices. The work centres on delivering practical training, assessing learners in the workplace, managing a caseload and contributing to curriculum design. It suits people with industry experience in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, machining or fabrication, and it needs a driving licence and use of a vehicle because some sessions run in evenings or at external venues. Assessor and internal verifier qualifications, such as D32/33 or A1 and D34 or V1, or equivalents, are required.

What the job involves

• Deliver engaging, high-quality training tailored to learner and employer needs
• Assess learners in the workplace and give constructive feedback to support timely achievement
• Manage an agreed caseload of learners and monitor their progress
• Develop training programmes and contribute to curriculum planning and development
• Maintain accurate learner records, tracking systems and assessment documentation
• Work with employers, awarding bodies, placement providers and colleagues
• Support quality assurance, standardisation and continuous improvement

What’s required

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualification at Level 3 or above, or equivalent industry experience and competence
• Assessor qualification such as D32/33 or A1
• Internal verification qualification such as D34 or V1, or equivalent

Skills & knowledge

• Practical experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment, able to explain and demonstrate technical skills
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Willingness to support learners with different needs

Checks & eligibility

• UK driving licence, free of major endorsements
• Use of a vehicle

Nice to have

• Teaching qualification, minimum PTLLS or CTLLS or equivalent, or commitment to take one at the earliest opportunity

What’s offered

• 35-50 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas
• Employer pension contribution of 23.68% for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
• Development days, career pathways and talent schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on onsite services, high street retail, local and cross-country travel
• College gym facilities or discounted local gym rates
• Free will writing service and free flu vaccine
• Wellbeing support including confidential counselling