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Plumbing and Heating Assessor – A Leading Further Education Provider in Northampton

Location: Northampton (travel required across region)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £41,140 per annum
Benefits: 38 days holiday (including bank holidays) + Teachers’ Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)
We’re working in partnership with a high-performing further education provider in Northampton to find an experienced Plumbing and Heating Assessor to support the next generation of skilled tradespeople.
In this crucial role, you’ll be responsible for conducting workplace assessments for plumbing apprentices, ensuring they meet the standards outlined in apprenticeship frameworks. You’ll provide personalised feedback and guidance to learners, helping them progress and succeed in their qualifications.
This role is ideal for a skilled industry professional with a passion for training and development, who enjoys working directly with apprentices and employers in real workplace settings.
Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out high-quality workplace assessments in line with apprenticeship standards
• Provide tailored support and constructive feedback to learners
• Monitor and record learner progress using e-portfolios and digital platforms
• Coordinate assessment visits with employers and training providers
• Travel regularly to various sites across the region to conduct assessments
• Ensure all assessments align with awarding body and regulatory guidelines
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of learner progress and outcomes

Essential Requirements:

• A relevant vocational qualification in Plumbing and Heating (Level 3 or above)
• Assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, or A1)
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Recent and relevant industry experience
• Strong communication and feedback skills
• Experience working with qualification and assessment frameworks and external bodies
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

Desirable:

• A Level 4 teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards this)

  
Next Steps:
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
  
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