_{22nd April, 2026}

Carpentry and Joinery Assessor

Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: Up to £34,200 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Benefits: 30 days holiday plus NEST pension

Think FE is working with a well-established and industry-connected further education provider in Middlesbrough, recognised for its strong links with local employers and commitment to high-quality construction training.
We are seeking a motivated and learner-focused Carpentry and Joinery Assessor to manage and support a caseload of apprentices through to successful completion of their Apprenticeship Standards and End Point Assessment.

In this role, you will deliver inductions and initial assessments, working closely with employers to develop tailored individual learning plans. You will provide high-quality information, advice and guidance to ensure apprentices achieve their SMART objectives on time, while maintaining a strong focus on practical skills, workplace competence, and industry standards.

You will build and maintain effective relationships with employers and external partners, supporting learner recruitment, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to the delivery of apprenticeships and, where required, full-cost courses such as NVQs. Working collaboratively within the team, you will design structured schemes of work, carry out regular progress reviews, meet contractual performance targets, and create a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

What do you need? 

• Level 3 qualification in Carpentry and Joinery (essential)
• TAQA, CAVA or A1 Assessor Award (essential – applications without this cannot be considered)
• Experience assessing apprentices within Carpentry and Joinery
• Strong understanding of Apprenticeship Standards and End Point Assessment
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to build relationships with employers and support learners effectively
• Experience in Management/Business Administration assessing (MSA) is desirable but not essential

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.

Data Policy
Your data will be stored by Think FE Ltd. solely for the purpose of helping you to find work. By hitting apply you consent to your data being used in this way. We will confirm with you by email immediately with a full breakdown of how your data is used, and you may opt out fully or in part at any time. Your data will not be passed on to 3rd parties without your permission.

Apply For Job