Work Based Learning Assessor- Early Years (Level 2 & 3)

Itchen Sixth Form College; Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free Hot Drinks for Staff

Canteen

Access to College Library

Free College WiFi

Job summary

Itchen Sixth Form College is seeking a Work Based Learning Assessor for Early Years (Level 2 & 3). You will assess and support adult learners in nurseries, preschools and childcare settings, ensuring high-quality evidence and progress.

You will collaborate with workplace mentors and tutors to plan, deliver assessments, provide guidance and feedback, and help learners achieve their qualifications while developing essential knowledge, skills and safeguarding practice in EYFS.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adult learners in Early Years EG nurseries/preschools.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and EYFS understanding.
• Excellent observation, assessment and feedback skills in workplace settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality assessment and feedback aligned with qualification requirements.
• Observe learners in their workplace and ensure evidence meets awarding standards.
• Provide tailored guidance and coaching to help learners achieve goals, with some in-class support if needed.

Skills

Adult education

Early Years experience

Observation & assessment

Stakeholder collaboration

Feedback & coaching

EYFS safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Work Based Learning Assessor- Early Years (Level 2 & 3)

Application Deadline: 1 September 2026

Department: Adult Education

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Itchen Sixth Form College

Compensation: £20.98 / hour

Description

Work Based Learning Assessor – Early Years (Level 2 & 3)

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Work Based Learning Assessor to join our team, supporting adult learners undertaking Early Years qualifications at Level 2 and Level 3. In this role, you will assess and support learners working in Early Years settings including nurseries, preschools, and childcare environments.

You will work closely with learners and their workplace mentors to ensure they receive high-quality assessment, guidance, and feedback. Your role will be central in helping learners develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to work effectively with young children and support their learning, development, and wellbeing.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about Early Years education and committed to helping adult learners achieve their qualifications and progress in their careers. If you have experience working in Early Years settings and enjoy supporting others to develop professionally, this could be the ideal role for you. You will be a patient, organised, and supportive individual who can build strong relationships with learners and Early Years practitioners.

To succeed in this role, you will need excellent communication skills and the ability to observe and assess practice in real workplace settings. You will play a key role in encouraging learners, building their confidence, and supporting them to complete their qualifications in a timely and successful way.

Salary: Casual claim. £18.72 per hour + holiday allowance (total £20.98 per hour)
Hours: Casual claim, to be agreed
Closing Date: 1st September 2026
Interview Date: week commencing Monday 7th September 2026
Start Date: 1st October 2026

Itchen College is a thriving Sixth Form College with a broad curriculum offer to meet the needs of the local community. The college is situated in pleasant surroundings to the east of Southampton with excellent local transport links. Ofsted inspected the college in September 2024, grading overall provision as Outstanding with Outstanding Quality of Education, Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes, Outstanding Leadership and Management, Outstanding Education Programmes for Young People and Outstanding Provision for Learners with High Needs.

The college is committed to supporting staff wellbeing and professional development. The college has an excellent in house CPD programme for all teaching and support staff including a dedicated programme for Early Career Teachers. The college also has close links with the Southampton Education Forum, the Wessex Group and the SFCA, including subject groups and CPD opportunities at all levels. The college offers a wide range of benefits for staff including free parking, an onsite nursery, occupational pension schemes, an Employee Assistance Programme and free use of the college gym.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality assessment and feedback in line with qualification requirements.
• Observe and assess learners in their workplace, ensuring evidence meets the standards of the awarding organisation.
• Provide tailored guidance, coaching, and support to learners to help them achieve their learning goals. This might involve some small group instruction in class to ensure coverage of specific competencies

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A strong commitment to supporting adult learners in Early Years education and helping them achieve their qualifications.
• Experience of working within Early Years settings such as nurseries, preschools, or childcare environments.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive approach when working with learners of varying experience and ability levels.
• The ability to work collaboratively with tutors, employers, and Early Years setting staff to ensure high-quality learning experiences.
• Confidence in observing, assessing, and providing constructive, developmental feedback in the workplace.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, child development, and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

Workplace Benefits

Values-driven culture - we’re really proud of our culture. We’re looking for someone who is as driven by our college values as we are!

• Free parking - free on-site parking, as well as good public transport links.
• Free Hot Drinks for Staff
• Canteen - freshly prepared food with plenty of choice.
• Access to College Library
• Free College WiFi