We are seeking to appoint a qualified assessor or someone with Mechanical Engineering experience to join the assessment team. This position is full time and is to maintain a caseload of apprentices, completing assessment reviews on a regular basis, and to work with the apprentice to complete an electronic portfolio which will identify competence across all criteria of the required NVQs.
We are looking for someone with experience of Mechanical Engineering and who is confident in working in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities. You’ll need to have a Mechanical Engineering qualification to at least level 3 and training will be given to those who don’t currently have an Assessor qualification. You will need access to your own car, but a competitive mileage allowance can be claimed. You will also need to be able to build and maintain excellent working relationships with stakeholders, at all levels, internally and externally, as well as other members of College staff and students.
What you’ll be responsible for:
- To complete assessment reviews on a regular basis, and work with the apprentice to complete an electronic portfolio which will identify competence across all criteria of the required NVQs.
- To maintain a caseload of candidates as allocated by the line manager.
- To maximise timely success.
- To work collaboratively and proactively with managers and colleagues to design, develop, manage and review programmes in the curriculum area, in light of stakeholder satisfaction and feedback.
- To ensure that individual learner needs are met in a responsive way.
- To fully engage with the College Mission Statement and Values ensuring that these are at the heart working practices.
What we Offer:
- a generous holiday entitlement of 30 holiday days (plus bank holidays and 8 closure days)
- membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 16 %
- Up to 30% off courses with the University of the West of England
- Great discounts on hair and beauty treatments offered on site
- Family-friendly policies including flexible working, compassionate leave, maternity, paternity and adoption leave, parental leave and job share
- Excellent facilities including study centres, City Salon, multi-faith prayer rooms, bike storage, City Restaurant (situated at College Green and at SBSA), refectories
- Cycle to work scheme
- A variety of online shopping discounts and offers and cash health plan
- Plus, a supportive package to ensure continuous professional development.
About the College:
At City of Bristol College, we have one goal: to help our students succeed. We offer the widest range of academic and vocational qualifications in the area, with more than 1,000 courses available from entry to degree level. We provide education and training to approximately 12,000 students each year. The College is made up of five centres across Bristol and each centre offers excellent, well-equipped, purpose-built facilities. In addition, we have a wide range of community partners allowing us to offer courses in venues across the city. More information about the College can be found on our website.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.
City of Bristol College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All new employees to the College are required to complete and obtain an enhanced DBS disclosure. A copy of our Safeguarding Policy can be found on the College website.
Please refer to our Job Description, Person Specification and Conditions of Service for more information.
Closing date: Monday 28th June (midnight)
Interview date: Thursday 15th July 2021