Description
Job Title: Assessor in Carpentry and Joinery
Department: Apprenticeships & Business Engagement
Salary: Circa £30,000 + potential market supplement DOE
Job Type: Full-time
Join an Outstanding Team
At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.
Role
Do you have a passion for teaching, learning, and helping others succeed in the field of Carpentry and Joinery? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Assessor. Our dynamic and forward-thinking College is seeking a motivated individual to deliver high-quality training and assessment on Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeships both on college sites and within the workplace.
As our Assessor in Carpentry and Joinery, you will be responsible for working with a diverse group of learners and employers to deliver high-quality training and assessments. This is a truly rewarding role that offers you the chance to use your skills and experience to make a real difference in people's lives. You will have the opportunity to help learners and apprentices develop their professional skills and reach their full potential, while also enhancing their career prospects.
You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of learners and apprentices, ensuring that they are making progress and achieving their goals.
Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found.
Key Responsibilities
• Delivery and assessing of competence-based training including group or classroom-based sessions, in the workplace or College environment.
• Set, mark, and assess students’ work, ensuring that learning outcomes have been met and that feedback is both detailed and constructive.
• Keep up to date with relevant course subject matter, industrial/commercial developments, course examination/assessment requirements, and legislation.
• To adopt a flexible approach to the delivery of duties, working out of hours if necessary to meet the operational demands of employers and learners.
• Use technology, including the college’s virtual learning environment, effectively to enable independent learning at any time or place.
• Set and mark homework or completed work in accordance with College policy and undertake exam invigilation as required.
• Be an active member of course/subject teams and attend Directorate and College meetings, as required, in order to contribute to the decision-making process and to develop productive working relationships within and across teams.
Requirements
* Level 3 Carpentry and Joinery qualification or equivalent.
* Assessor qualification (A1, TAQA or equivalent).
* Ability to deliver high-quality teaching, assessment and learning on Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeships
* Possess sufficient breadth and/or depth of specialist knowledge and trade experience of Carpentry and Joinery
* Appropriate knowledge of NVQ Carpentry and Joinery
* Ability to work with a case load of learners in the workplace environment and on site at college. Working collaboratively with teaching staff.
Please refer to the person specification for further details
Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College
Why Join Hugh Baird College?
When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:
Generous holiday allowance
Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
Flexible Working
We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
Medicash
Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
Pension Scheme
You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.
Professional Development
We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.
Industrial Commercial Updates
Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.
Reward and Recognition
Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
Lifestyle Fitness Gym
You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.
Health and Wellbeing
You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.
Travel
You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.
Retail Discounts
You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
Blue Light Card
You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.
Who We Are
Hugh Baird College and University Centre is one of the top further education providers in the UK and one of only three colleges in the North West to hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
Serving the Liverpool City Region, the College includes Sefton Sixth Form College in Litherland and offers a wide range of opportunities, including vocational training for school leavers and adults, apprenticeships, A-levels, and university-level courses.
As a Mindful Employer, we are committed to creating a supportive and open culture around mental health. By signing the Charter for Employers Positive about Mental Health, we ensure our colleagues feel confident discussing mental health and accessing the support they need.
Our Vision, Mission and Values
Across our campuses, provisions, and the entire organisation, we are united by a shared vision, mission, strategic priorities, and values. These define who we are, shape our behaviour, and guide our work every day. Find out more
Safeguarding Our Students
Hugh Baird College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and we expect all staff to uphold this commitment. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check, and applicants must disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands, or final warnings in accordance with current guidelines.
Are you ready to make your mark?
This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team, shape the future of education, and leave a legacy of impact. Start your application today.