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VACANCY- Gas Engineering Assessor2021-03-25T09:40:01+00:00

Vacancy- Experienced Gas Safe Tutor / Assessor

Salary: Hourly Paid Contract (Negotiable depending on experience)

Contract: Part-time | 16 hours per week (2days per week)

Location: London

Applications close: 15th April 2021

The Gas Engineering Teacher/ Assessor will work with the Curriculum Lead and Internal/External Verification Coordinator to deliver training and on-site assessment for the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Gas Engineering qualification.

The role will include high quality training, coaching support, assessment planning, monitoring and formal reviewing of the learners progress towards meeting the programme and supporting the candidate through to end point assessment.

The role will involve travel to a range of employer premises to coach and assess candidates, and formal training will take place through a combination of face-to-face classroom based activities and remote online delivery.

CVs are welcome as long as you provide a supporting statement or a cover letter covering the essential criteria in the job specification. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring service.

**Partnership Opportunities Available. For enquiries, contact chika@bockconsultancy.com

Daily Activities:

1. Ensure the initial assessment process is completed to the company standard and evidence
provided to support candidate file and funding audits

2. Ensure all candidates on caseload complete the programme and are ready for their
relevant End Point Assessment, which includes meeting targets set on the learning plan, Workshop Attendance, e-learning modules and any candidate documentation required

3. Work with candidates to complete the programme by using technology including electronic portfolio and e-learning resources

4. Develop a programme of development and assessment, setting realistic but challenging goals that
meet learners’ and employers’ needs
5. Give timely feedback on progress towards mastery of relevant skills and knowledge

6. Identify, plan and record on the Individual Learning Plan all training, coaching, assessment,
support and achievement for all candidates on caseload.

7. Maintain regular contact with all candidates in line with company guidelines ensuring all non-visits or contact is documented and reported to the Internal and external Verification Co-ordinator

8. Complete all relevant paperwork in accordance with the college guidelines and external requirements

9. Ensure all candidates receive a formal review of their progress every 8 weeks involving the
candidate, and their line manager. Ensure review complies with college standard and quality, and
evidenced in candidate file in their e-portfolio

10. Ensure that health and safety checks are completed for every year in accordance with the
operations manual and at the agreed level of frequency for the placement and sector

11. Contribute to the Internal Quality Assurance Process

12. Effectively co-ordinate each candidates programme ensuring that training needs are discussed,
and appropriate opportunities planned with the work-based supervisor. 

13. Maintain the currency of their own knowledge and skills, with reference to workplace practice
and feedback from others

14. Ensure that British Values, Prevent and Safeguarding are embedded in to the delivery of the programme

15. Attend 1-1 meetings, other meetings and forums as required by the business

16. Participate in any other reasonable duties/projects as requested by the Internal Verifier.

Employer Engagement:

1. Meet regularly with candidate employers to discuss new opportunities, and any other
requirements.

2. Provide employers with regular candidate progress reports and ensure employer satisfaction
exceeds customer expectations

3. Feedback any business opportunities to the Internal/External Verification Co-ordinator

Finance

1. Update and upload candidate progress on a weekly basis to show accurate information on
candidate progress and achievements in relation to the programme

2. Complete and provide evidence to demonstrate candidate progress through appropriate coaching
visits ensuring formal progress reviews are completed every 8 weeks

3. Ensure that all candidates that have been endorsed as having an additional learning/social need
(ALN/ASN) organise additional support where relevant.

4. Provide all financial and contractual required documentation within specified timelines as
required by college guidelines

5. Complete all audit actions from the Quality Assurance process within 4 weeks of receiving a
detailed action plan

Equal Opportunities:

1. Comply fully with the organisations Equality and Diversity Policies and proactively promote
equality of opportunity within the workplace

2. Ensure that all candidates are provided with a good basic understanding of their rights and
responsibilities in terms of equal opportunities and the appropriate methods for dealing with such discrimination (including an awareness of the grievance procedure)

3. Anticipate and overcome barriers to progress and inspire achievement, ensuring that learning is inclusive and supports diversity

4. Bring any instances of actual or perceived discrimination, harassment or bullying to the attention of the Centre manager in the first instance and ensure that this dealt with appropriately

5. Ensure that the training environment and assessment process are free from discrimination

6. Ensure that employers/supervisors understand and promote the culture of “safeguarding” of all
learners who participate in college programmes.

Management:

1. Manage time and documentation effectively to complete workload and meet deadlines

2. Plan, schedule and evaluate own work

3. Create, maintain and promote good working relationships

4. Evaluate and improve their own professional practice in relation to the Professional Standards for Teachers and Educators in the Education and Training Sector

Person Specification

Education:

  • GCSE’s Maths and English AC equivalent (Desirable)
  • A recognised teaching or training
    qualification for example; PTLLS, CTLLS,
    DTLLS, PGCE, AET, CET, DET
  • Relevant industry qualifications
    – Gas Safe Registered
    – CCN1 (Core)
    – CPA1 (Analysers)
    – CENWAT( boilers)
    – MET1 (meters)
    • Assessors must be technically qualified in
    domestic gas installation/maintenance
    and hold one of the following
    qualifications:
    • City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Gas
    Utilisation or
    • City & Guilds / SQA S/NVQ in Domestic
    Natural Gas (Level 3) or
    • City & Guilds 662 Certificate for Service
    Engineers (Gas) or
    • City & Guilds 598-2 Certificate in Gas
    Installation Studies or
    • City & Guilds 660 Certificate in Gas
    Fitting
    This list is not considered exhaustive and
    other ‘Mechanical Engineering Services’
    (MES) or ‘Building Engineering Services’
    (BES) qualifications at Level 3 / SCQF
    Level 6 or equivalent may be considered
    acceptable. This will be submitted to C&G
    to confirm prior post confirmation
    • Assessor Awards A1 & A2
  • Internal Verification V1 (Desirable)

Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience in relevant sector/s

• A proven track record of demonstrating learner development in a work based setting

• Experience of implementing strategies for inspiring learners, increasing their resilience in overcoming barriers and
obstacles, and in raising concerns.