ASSESSOR (CONSTRUCTION)

About the role

The Apprenticeship Directorate is expanding and building on our success of engaging with local employers, we are looking for a qualified and experienced assessor in Construction. Predominately working with Carpentry and Joinery apprentices, this exciting role will also work as part of the wider team to support other Construction standards.

This role is a new post and will work alongside curriculum staff teaching the day release element by engaging with employers and apprentices in their workplace, ensuring a high quality and relevant apprenticeship. Assessors play an integral part in ensuring apprentices make good progress by undertaking work based reviews and supporting their development. The role will be responsible for supporting apprentices working towards their End Point Assessment and will have a prominent role in managing the EPA process.

About the Candidate

We would welcome applications from occupationally competent staff that have a proven record and experience of the construction environment, with Carpentry and Joinery at level 2 and 3 the core requirement. The ability to support with the assessment of level 3 Occupational Supervisor and level 4 Construction Site Supervisor would be advantageous. The successful applicant will possess relevant vocational experience and an assessing qualification. However, we are willing to support the successful applicant with training and qualifications.

Applicants for this post should have drive and enthusiasm, possess good interpersonal and organisational skills, and be committed to delivering and contributing towards high quality apprenticeship provision. You should have experience of working in a team, as a commitment to teamwork is vital. Applicants must be mobile throughout the northeast region as this role involves travelling to employer premises and working across college sites.

About EPNE

At Education Partnership North East, we are passionate about transforming lives through education. As a leading education provider in the North East of England, comprising of Sunderland College, Northumberland College and Hartlepool Sixth Form College we are committed to providing outstanding teaching and learning experiences that help our students to achieve their full potential; and we are ambitious. We are currently the top performing General Further Education college in the North East for 16-19 student achievement and ranked 2nd nationally.

We have a strong college community and encourage our staff and students to be their authentic selves, be respectful of others and to be innovative in how they deliver an excellent student experience by creating an exciting future for everyone working and studying across the group.

As an employer, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where our staff can thrive. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to investing in their development and wellbeing.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Due to the nature of this post you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

Contact Details

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Sam Treadwell (Work Based Learning Manager) at sam.treadwell@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk