Job Overview

Highlands College are looking to recruit a dynamic Work Based Assessor, to carry out training and assessment of Electrical apprentices developing portfolios in Electrotechnical practice. This will require a structured approach of planning and liaison with students, and their employers, to ensure timely achievements. You must be qualified to L3 in this subject with a minimum of five years industrial experience in the trade. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience of apprenticeships and NVQ assessment plus familiarity with e-Portfolios (OneFile) and quality assurance, although for the right candidate training can be given. You will be responsible for a caseload of Apprentices who are working toward competent person status in the Electrical installation.

For an informal discussion please contact Nick Rudkin on 608528 or nick.rudkin@highlands.ac.uk

Job Purpose

Coordinate and be responsible for the work-based assessment element of a caseload of electrical apprentices. The post holder will be required to liaise effectively between lecturers, employers and the learner to help facilitate the achievement of a full electrical apprenticeship programme in a timely and professional manner, building and maintaining strong working relationship.

Full job description, please see following link: Work Based Assessor - Job Description

Job Specific Outcomes 1 of 2

• Coordinate, undertake and record work-based assessments relating to the electrical apprenticeship scheme to ensure compliance with Awarding Body procedures.
• Support learners with the identification and methods of recording appropriate work-based evidence to enable learners achieve completion deadlines.
• Track and monitor the progress of apprentices via the college’s designated systems to ensure quality assurance compliance.
• Support the Director of Construction and Engineering in the effective coordination of quality assurance procedures relating to the apprenticeship programme to ensure compliance with Awarding Body.
• Participate in quality monitoring and continuous quality improvement activities as outlined in the Quality Policy to maintain quality of delivery. 

Job Specific Outcomes 2 of 2

• Engage with relevant stakeholders to assist and support the completion of all relevant documentation to ensure compliance with Awarding Body procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective links between the college and employers in relation to the apprenticeship provision.
• Develop referrals as appropriate in relation to identified educational needs to ensure support needs are facilitated.
• Support and guide learners and employers through assessment processes, keeping them up to date with scheme and system changes
• Undertake any other general tasks for the good and benefit of the College, as directed by the line manager or Principal which are relevant to the role, grade and experience of the post holder 

Qualifications

Qualified to Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation with at least 5 years’ experience in the electrical industry.

Electrical Level 3 NVQ qualification (or willingness to work towards this) City and Guilds (or equivalent) 

Level 3 Assessor and Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance qualifications (or willingness to work towards this). 

Knowledge

Essential

Up to date knowledge of current standards and legislation relating to the electrical industry.

Extensive knowledge of Health and Safey legislation.

Strong and proven organisation skills.

Administrative skills are required.

The ability to work under their own initiative with a minimum of supervision. 

Desirable

Experience of the preparation and delivery of qualifications

Understanding of quality assurance processes

Understanding of NVQs 

Technical Work Based Skills

Essential

IT skills are essential to this post. Must be able to demonstrate sound ICT skills and knowledge of database systems.

Understanding of cloud based systems, such as Office 365. 

Desirable

Experience of using online portfolios (such as OneFile or Smart Assessor) 

General skills / attributes

Essential

Full clean driving license

Good interpersonal skills and an ability to deal with learners, colleagues and the public in a confident, helpful and logical manner.

Demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation, excellent organisational skills and the ability to work flexibly Work in a professional and confidential manner with a high degree of integrity.

Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Have the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of clients and stakeholders, including outside agencies.

Excellent customer service and team working skills. 

Maintaining accurate records and documentation of assessment activities.

Enhanced DBS Certificate 

Desirable

Experience of working on building sites during all stages of completion 

Experience

Essential

At least 5 years experience in the electrical industry 

Desirable

Experience of supervising/manging apprentices in an electrical setting