Mechanical Engineering Trainer Assessor

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our expanding community of talented, committed and inspirational colleagues

Working in a dynamic, values led organisation, this role is for those who are passionate about development and innovation, within a lively college community.

We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support, flexible working, discounts on travel, parking and gym memberships through our exciting Benefits Platform, Green Car Scheme, Medicash, personal development opportunities and attractive pension schemes.

The College has a dedicated Apprenticeship Team and is in a secure position to grow this provision to continue to meet the needs of the local and regional community. 

We are looking to appoint an ambitious, dynamic Mechanical Engineering Trainer Assessor to join our team. You must be a highly skilled and motivated individual whose passion is to inspire students to excel and achieve the highest standards within the sector. The ideal candidate will have a background and understanding within the sector and will be able to support apprentices on the Engineering Technician standard and mandatory qualifications at level 3.

The role of a Mechanical Engineering Trainer Assessor includes supporting apprentices through workplace coaching, delivery of lessons, preparing for end point assessment, carrying out workplace assessments, conducting progress reviews and setting action plans in conjunction with employers. Trainer Assessors are also required to support apprentices with their personal development and understanding of wider skills topics. The role will also include IQA duties within an existing team and developing the College’s offer of apprenticeship standards in conjunction with employer partners and awarding bodies.  

Suitable candidates will possess a minimum of a level 3 mechanical engineering qualification and have knowledge of MIG, TIG and MMA. A recognised assessment qualification (TAQA, A1, V1 or equivalent), would be advantageous for this role, along with an understanding of all aspects of workplace assessment however the college would support applicants to achieve these upon appointment. Knowledge and or experience of using an e-portfolio system would be beneficial.

The College reserves the right to interview for this post should we receive suitable candidates prior to the closing date.  

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. To comply with legislation, you are required to obtain a DBS check for your role. We will be asking Protocol National Ltd/Esafeguarding Ltd to undertake this process on our behalf.