Assessor - Work Based (Fabrication and Welding)

Assessor - Work Based (Fabrication and Welding)

36,351 - 40,067 (pro-rata)

0.8 FTE / 28 hours

Based at Falkirk Campus

Permanent

Forth Valley College's Apprenticeships, Skills & Commercial Department are recruiting for a Fabrication and Welder Work Based Assessor to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in supporting and assessing candidates within the Fabrication and Welding disciplines. You will have a current understanding of industry practices, with a particular emphasis on vocational qualifications and quality frameworks. While support is provided, knowledge in these areas is essential.

Please note job share will be considered, so if you are interested in part time employment please do apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver guidance and support to candidates in compiling and presenting a comprehensive portfolio of evidence that adheres to the vocational qualification's performance criteria and evidence requirements.
• Conduct fair, safe, and reliable assessments of candidates' skills and knowledge in their respective workplaces.
• Maintain excellent communication and IT skills to effectively manage interactions and documentation.
• Exhibit a strong passion for professional discipline, with an ability to work under tight deadlines and independently manage workload.
• Inspire, encourage, and motivate candidates, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
• Participate actively as a member of the engineering assessment team, contributing to the continuous improvement of assessment processes and practices.
  
  

Essential Requirements:

• Proven, relevant, and up-to-date hands on industry experience in Fabrication and Welding.
• Experience in engineering environments.
• Exceptional communication and IT skills.
• A genuine enthusiasm for mentoring and skill development within the engineering field.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and effectively manage personal workload.
• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for frequent and extensive travel.
  
  

Desirable Qualifactions:

• A recognised Assessor and/or Verifier qualification or the willingness to work towards gaining these qualifications.
  
  

Benefits:

• Access to a public sector (CARE) pension scheme
• A flexible working environment tailored to support work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 48 days including Public Holidays & College Closure Days
• Participation in a cycle to work scheme, promoting a healthy and environmentally friendly commute option.
• Free access to the college gyms.
  
  

Closing date: 14 November 2024