Vocational Skills Assessor – Beauty Therapy Specialism

Kingston College; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in London is seeking a part-time Vocational Skills Assessor to facilitate assessments and develop learners' skills in Beauty Therapy and Customer Service. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and recent industry experience. A generous benefits package is offered, including a strong pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Subsidised sports facilities

Professional development opportunities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Professional qualifications such as TDLB Assessor Awards or IV Award.
• Recent experience in the beauty therapy industry.
• Willingness to develop IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate practical and online assessments of learners.
• Ensure a strong client base in college salons.
• Meet income targets and maintain a professional environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Patience

Good IT skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Beauty Therapy

Professional qualifications from a recognized awarding body

Job description

Permanent, Part Time (0.4)

14.4 hours a week over 36 weeks a year (Term Time Only)

The Commercial Industries and Access School at Kingston College is seeking a Vocational Skills Assessor to facilitate practical and online assessments of learners, as well as develop their commercial, employability, and enterprise skills.

You will assess learners across various programmes, including Level 1, 2, and 3 in Beauty Therapy and Customer Service, providing prompt and constructive feedback. You will ensure a strong client base in the College salons, meet income targets, and maintain a professional, safe, and secure environment during assessments.

The ideal candidate will hold professional qualifications from a recognized awarding body, such as TDLB Assessor Awards (D32, D33) or TDLB new A1 Award for Assessors, and an IV Award. Recent experience in the beauty therapy industry, either through professional development (CPD) or salon work, is required, along with at least a Level 3 qualification in Beauty Therapy. Excellent communication skills, patience, and good IT skills (or willingness to develop them) are essential.

Closing date for applications: 18th August 2025.

We offer a generous benefits package, including an excellent pension scheme with significant employer contributions (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities, professional development opportunities, and a cycle-to-work salary sacrifice scheme. The benefits are pro-rated for part-time staff.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, in line with the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Successful candidates will undergo due diligence checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references, online search, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

The South Thames Colleges Group comprises Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, which merged in August 2017. We are among London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training, dedicated to supporting our local communities and student success.

We seek hardworking, collaborative individuals to join our team and help our students progress and succeed.