IT Assessor/Tutor Scotland QA Apprenticeships - As the fastest growing division of QA, we are now the UK's leading provider of IT and business services apprenticeships. Our multi-award winning programmes have been awarded the highest possible grade by Ofsted with an amazing 'Outstanding' in all areas. About The Role Based in Scotland, as our IT Assessor you will have your own caseload of learners that you will visit in their place of work and observe and assess a candidate's progress, giving them advice and guidance, setting tasks and offering 1-2-1 support throughout their apprenticeship programme and/or employment. As well as getting to know the learner and their style of learning you will also be building relationships with the employer to ensure the best level of customer service at all times - doing things The QA Way. About The Person Work with the Delivery Team Leader to achieve agreed volumes for learner engagement, retention and achievement in line with business strategy and plans. Complete assessment in accordance with the standards for the TAQA award. Work with internal and external partners to ensure that agreed quality standards are met Work effectively with the employers to ensure that learners successfully complete their full apprenticeship framework by their planned achievement date. Ensure that all aspects of the Apprenticeship Programmes are delivered in accordance with the key processes contained within the organisation's Process Manual. Ensure that programmes are delivered in accordance with the organisation's Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety Policies. Provide good quality, accurate information and data on learner recruitment, retention, progress and achievement. Ensure all required learner documentation is available to support financial claims to the funding body. Your Skills & Experience HND/Degree or equivalent. Previous experience of working with 16 to 19 year olds Recent industrial experience in IT Technical IT knowledge. Microsoft (Server MCPs), Cisco (CCNA & above), Security (CISSP or equivalent) A recognised teaching qualification, or a commitment to achieving a Certificate or Diploma in teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector Recent commercial experience and continuous employment working in the relevant industry. Driving Licence (essential) Assessor award A1 or willing to work towards. Willingness to undertake further training/qualification/s as required. Experience of dealing with employers in a professional capacity. Experience of conducting SVQ assessments. Good knowledge of Government funded Apprenticeship programmes. Excellent knowledge of business requirements, processes and methodologies. Excellent communication skills Ability to identify individual learner needs Ability to provide feedback in a way that motivates individual learners Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how these impact on the assessment process Ability to identify and help learners to overcome potential barriers to progress and achievement A logical thinker and a passion to achieve An effective pedagogical approach to learning