Role Overview:
This role is responsible for the development and delivery of high-quality training programmes aligned to
the Surveying Technician (Level 3) apprenticeship standard. The Trainer will support learners in acquiring
the technical knowledge, professional behaviours, and practical skills needed for success in surveying
roles across the construction, land, and property sectors.
This includes delivering structured classroom sessions, workshops, and workplace coaching tailored to
employer requirements, while guiding learners through core topics such as land and building
measurement, data collection, CAD use, health & safety, and sustainability in surveying.
Role responsibilities and requirements:
· Design and deliver engaging training programmes for Surveying Technician apprentices, using a
range of delivery models including classroom, remote, and on-site sessions.
· Prepare training materials including schemes of work, session plans, learner resources, and
assessment activities in line with apprenticeship standards and awarding body requirements.
· Provide clear instruction and coaching on technical topics such as:
· Measured surveys (e.g. topographical, building)
· Use of digital surveying equipment (e.g. Total Stations, GPS)
· Construction technology and methods
· Site safety and risk assessments
· Property law, regulations, and ethics
· Sustainability and environmental best practice
· Support learners in producing a portfolio of evidence and preparing for the End-Point Assessment
(EPA).
· Ensure delivery meets the Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs) of the apprenticeship standard.
· Work collaboratively with employers to contextualise training, ensure relevance to industry, and
measure impact.
· Provide regular progress reviews, learning support, and pastoral guidance to maximise learner
engagement and achievement.
· Monitor learner attendance, participation, and progression through internal systems.
· Deliver training in line with Ofsted and ESFA requirements, maintaining up-to-date records and
complying with quality assurance procedures.
· Work to meet learner retention, achievement, and satisfaction targets.
· Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion throughout delivery and learner support.
· Hold a Level 3 qualification (or higher) in a related surveying, construction, or civil engineering
discipline.
· Hold a recognised teaching qualification (e.g. Level 3 Award in Education and Training or above) or be willing to work towards this.
· Industry experience in surveying (land or building) and familiarity with modern surveying tools and software (e.g. AutoCAD, GIS, Total Station).
· Understanding of the Surveying Technician apprenticeship standard and End-Point Assessment process. · Have strong organisation and administrative skills. · Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. · Experience of unsupervised working and using own initiative. · Be able to show an understanding of different learning styles and how to differentiate through various teaching methods. · Able to motivate self and learners. · Able to plan and deliver imaginative and motivational sessions with a clear focus on the needs of the individual learner.
· A willingness to work flexible hours and locations as required.
· To consistently demonstrate desired Zenith Training behaviours and standards.
· Be flexible, committed & enthusiastic.
· Keeping workplace safe and tidy.
· Full, clean driving licence and use of a vehicle must be flexible with travel. (Business insurance is compulsory)
· To believe in and demonstrate Zenith’s values and team charter behaviours.