Engineering Welding & Fabrication SVQ Assessor

The postholder will play a key role in supporting and assessing candidates undertaking SVQ qualifications in Engineering Welding and Fabrication across work-based learning environments within Shetland.

 Working as part of the UHI Shetland team, the role focuses on enabling candidates to successfully achieve their qualifications through high-quality assessment, guidance, and support. This includes planning and carrying out workplace assessment activities, supporting evidence collection, and contributing to the ongoing development of vocational learning and skills within the local workforce.

 The postholder will work in partnership with candidates, employers, and colleagues to ensure an effective, supportive and inclusive learning and assessment experience that reflects national standards and sector requirements.

UHI Shetland

UHI Shetland is part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), a regional university partnership based across the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We provide modern, well-equipped learning facilities and deliver applied research, consultancy and knowledge exchange activity, alongside high-quality accredited and bespoke training

UHI Shetland mirrors National terms and conditions, offering a generous 45 days per year Annual Leave allowance (pro rata), and a standard 35 hours per week for full time staff.

For residents of Shetland, Distant Islands Allowance is currently set at £2,997 which would be in addition to any salary payment (pro rata).

UHI Shetland is an equal opportunities employer operating a blind recruitment process and will not accept CVs as part of an application.

Please download and complete the application form attached and return to recruitment.shetland@uhi.ac.uk please ensure that you specify which role you wish to apply for in the application form.