Vocational Learning and Assessment Officer Fabrication and Welding

About the Role

Join our dynamic Fabrication and Welding team in assessing candidates at SCQF Level, up to a maximum of level 9 for a set of work based/college candidates, providing crucial support and advice to candidates to help them gather and present a portfolio that meets the performance criteria and evidence requirements of their vocational qualifications. You will play a key role in the continuous development and improvement of the vocational learning programmes, ensuring they align with industry best practice and standards.

Key Responsibilities

· Induction and Training

· Assessment Design and Execution

· Mentorship and Support

· Record Keeping & Reporting

· Quality Assurance and Compliance

· Industry Engagement and Partnership

· Professional Development and Networking

· Contribution to Curriculum Teams

Please refer to the job description which details the full description of the key responsibilities and activities.

Qualifications

• Essential:

o SVQ Level 3 in the relevant vocational area

o Or

o Appropriate qualifications as laid down by the relevant awarding bodies and requirements of the industry

o Be prepared to work towards possession of Assessor and Verifier awards

• Desirable:

o Assessor / Verifier awards

Experience

• Essential:

o Proven relevant up to date industry / work-based experience

o Experience in delivering vocational training and education within a relevant industry sector.

o Proven ability to develop and adapt learning materials to meet the needs of candidates and industry standards

o Familiarity with the standards and requirements of relevant awarding bodies and experience in applying these standards in assessments.

o Familiarity with quality assurance processes for maintaining compliance with educational standards and external verification requirements.

• Desirable:

o Demonstrable experience in conducting assessments and evaluations within a vocational or educational setting

o Experience in mentoring or coaching individuals, particularly in educational or workplace settings.

o Proven track record of supporting candidates through the completion of qualifications or training programmes.

o Experience in acting as an internal verifier or similar role to ensure the quality and integrity of educational assessments and outcomes.

Skills and Attributes

· Ability to clearly articulate instructions, feedback, and concepts to candidates, employers, and colleagues.

· Effective, organisation, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to proactively identify and solve problems using own initiative.

· Flexibility to adapt teaching and assessment methods to different candidates and environments.