JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: On-Site Assessor – Plumbing
GRADE: Assessor (pay point 22 – 26 + uplift)
DEPARTMENT: Construction
RESPONSIBLE TO: Faculty Head
MAIN PURPOSE OF POST
To be responsible for the delivery of the plumbing and gas assessment, on a range of work based plumbing and gas programmes ensuring that all assessments and associated tracking and monitoring activities are undertaken to meet college and Awarding Body criteria.
Working within construction the role will contribute to the achievement of the college’s Strategic Plan, with reference to:
1: A curriculum focussed on skills
Objective: ensuring our work is meeting skills demand in the economy
2: Learners’ skills and experience
Objective: ensuring our learners gain the skills employers need
3: Our people and culture
Objective: ensuring staff achieve their full potential and deliver the best possible experience to learners and employers
4: Learning resources
Objective: high quality learning resources and accommodation, underpinned by strong financial health
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. To support the learning outcomes of learners, both individually and in groups, through observation, assessment, guidance and delivery of underpinning knowledge and support for assessment and portfolio evidencing on work based assessment.
2. Provide advice and guidance to employers and students in relation to programmes and provide guidance on progression opportunities.
3. To lead on the implementation and future development of the e-portfolio system including providing training, as appropriate.
4. To prepare candidates for end point assessment.
5. To monitor, track and action plan student progress to ensure all learners complete by their planned end dates.
6. Ensure student records are accurate, current and in line with college procedures and meet Awarding Body criteria.
7. To guide students in building portfolios of evidence and to co-ordinate and monitor their production in line with awarding body requirements.
8. To develop effective communication processes within the team and with the apprenticeship department to ensure a collaborative process exists to the benefit of the learners.
9. To actively promote the provision of the department and assist with marketing activities.
10. To keep up to date with current developments in own area(s) of occupational competence and information technology.
11. Keep CPD up to date by reading relevant journals, going to meetings, attending relevant courses and volunteering in industry, as appropriate.
12. Develop relationships with existing and new clients to establish new opportunities, consistent with the development strategy.
13. To be fully flexible in order to meet employer engagement needs and market demands.
14. Actively contribute to the success of the department by attending team meetings, complying with quality processes and contribute to the production of the CRAE 3 and the self-assessment report.
15. Work closely with other assessors and the IV to support the department’s IV process. Act as Internal Verifier as required.
16. Support the achievement of targets such as learner numbers, success, customer satisfaction and employer engagement.
17. This post requires full compliance with Health & Safety, Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity and policy and procedures at all times.
18. This description is not exhaustive: it is intended to give an outline of the current duties and responsibilities. Other duties consistent with the post may be introduced through discussion with the post holder.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE: On Site Assessor - Plumbing
DEPARTMENT: Construction
Criteria
/ Essential(P as appropriate) / Desirable
(P as appropriate) / Assessment Method (A/I/T)
Qualifications
GCSE Maths & English grade C or above, or equivalent / P / A
Teaching qualification / P / A
Commitment to obtain teaching qualification if necessary within 2 years of appointment. / P / A/I
Assessor qualification A1 or equivalent / P / A
Verifier qualification V1 or equivalent / P / A
Relevant qualification in occupational area(s) / P / A
Minimum of 3 years occupational competence / P / A
CSCS Card JIB Plumber Gold Card / P / A/I
NVQ Level three Plumbing or equivalent / P / A
Current ACS to include: CCN1, LPG plus meters, cookers, boilers, water heater and gas fires / P / A
Knowledge/Skills
Competent IT Skills in Microsoft Office / P / T
Excellent presentation skills / P / I
Experience
Working within vocational area / P / A/I
Teaching or training experience / P / A/I
Experience of assessing / P / A/I
Key/Functional Skills / P / A/I
Personal Qualities
Smart appearance / P / I
Calm and confident / P / I
Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business / P / A/I
Willing to insure and use own transport for business purposes / P / A/I
Commitment to Equality and Diversity / P / I
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our learners / P / I
Key: A = Application / I = Interview / T = Test
In addition to the formal interview the College may use other exercises and tests to evaluate the candidates.
Nov 17