Role Overview
Permanent, Part Time (0.5) – funded for the 2026/27 academic year onwards, so the successful candidate would not be expected to commence in post prior to August 2026.
Please note that this post is funded for the 2026/27 academic year onwards so the successful candidate would not be expected to commence in post prior to August 2026.
Responsibilities
Vocational Skills Assessors play a vital role across the School's Further and Higher Education provision. They are responsible for delivering effective and efficient practical and online assessment, while supporting learners to develop their commercial awareness, employability and enterprise skills. They will also ensure full compliance with all health and safety policies and practices relating to placements at all times.
As our Vocational Skills Assessor, you will develop partnerships with Early Years Provisions, provide placement support for all students and undertake assessments in the workplace and in college, ensuring that a professional image is portrayed at all times.
The successful candidate will be eligible for any increase in salary as a consequence of the annual cost of living review that will be implemented in the new academic year.
Qualifications
You will hold professional qualifications with a reputable awarding body or a recognised TDLB Assessor Award (D32, D33, A1), along with an Internal Verifier (IV) award. You will also hold a Level 6 qualification or above, with an Early Years specialism.
You will have recent experience in Early Years assessment, including the use of e-portfolio systems, alongside current industry experience evidenced through CPD or recent practice in Early Years settings, including school provision (SEN desirable).
Benefits
There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. The benefits package is pro‑rated for part time staff.
Equal Opportunities
South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnership. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Application Deadline
Closing date for the return of completed applications is 8th May 2026. Please note that this post is funded for the 2026/27 academic year onwards so the successful candidate would not be expected to commence in post prior to August 2026.
Additional Information
We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.
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