Learning & Skills Assessor - Automotive

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Who we need

We are looking for a Learning & Skills Assessor to join our EMTEC team. Successful applicants will undertake workplace visits in person and using online platforms, on a regional and national basis, supporting our automotive apprentices throughout their learning journey. As a Learning & Skills Assessor you will be responsible for:

• Enrolling new apprentices onto the apprentice programme
• Undertaking Progress Reviews with apprentices and employers
• Liaising with the college’s Technical Training Team
• Helping apprentices’ mentors to understand their role in the learning journey
• Keeping KPIs compliant against the apprenticeship funding rules and accountability framework
• Developing employer relations and some business development activity
• Supporting with assessments in the workplace

What you’ll bring

You will be a forward-thinking person able to provide high quality support to both apprentices and employers. As a Learning & Skills Assessor you will:

• Be an exceptional communicator, capable of engaging with individuals at all levels, including apprentices, mentors, employers and colleagues
• Be well organised as you will need to manage your own diary and caseload of apprentices
• Be able to work collaboratively with colleagues and clients to deliver an outstanding learning experience
• Have a good level of ICT with knowledge of Microsoft 365 and OneFile a distinct advantage
• Have a good eye for detail as you will need to ensure Apprenticeship funding rules are followed
• Have completed a Level 3 Automotive Qualification or have relevant industry experience
• Hold CAVA/A1/D32 D33, V1/D34, AET/PTLLS or be willing to work towards
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence and own car

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact ben.simpson@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: 22nd October (previous applicants need not apply)

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £29,390 to £33,602 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for term time only or part time posts)
• 35 daysAnnual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrificescheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

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We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of candidates. Please note that interview dates may be subject to change depending on availability