Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit a Plumbing Assessor Trainer on a full-time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £27,308 - £35,783 per annum DOE. At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work. You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College. The Role: The main responsibility of the Plumbing and Heating Assessor /Trainer is to support all aspects of the Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship Standard. Working with a caseload of learners who are based in the workplace from recruitment through to End Point Assessment and closedown. The Assessor/Trainer will be responsible for co-ordinating, monitoring and supporting the apprenticeship programme with apprentices and employers. Responsibilities as our Plumbing Assessor Trainer will include: Own the end to end apprenticeship journey, having a meaningful impact on apprentices’ lives Maintain and set up approved work placement with employers able to support learners on Apprenticeship programmes Agree a training plan for employers using the apprenticeship standards Review apprentices’ progress involving learners, assessors, employers and tutors and maintain suitable records of reviews Ensure employers participate in the Apprentice’s workplace review visits and are involved in work-based assessment activities Provide regular and purposeful reports to employers, apprentices, and the College so that there is a clear plan of action which is time bound for each apprentice and which allows completion with agreed target dates, including preparation for End Point Assessment Proactively engage with employers (and if appropriate, parents/carers) of apprentices to identify any emerging issues and to build strong employer relationships Undertake apprenticeship programme assessment and observations and record appropriately Maintain efficient record keeping and tracking systems using the systems provided Support with the delivery of workshops, one to one instruction and/or training sessions relating to knowledge, skills and behaviour development and support the assessment of learners in the workplace Ensure the quality of the apprenticeship programme is maintained to a high standard meeting the Awarding Organisation, Ofsted, ESFA, End Point Assessment Organisation and College requirements Carry out internal quality assurance (IQA) in line with the Awarding Organisational guidance Comply with all IQA related activity, including attending Standardisation meetings and IQA observations Provide information, advice and guidance throughout the qualification to promote progression onto a suitable progression qualification Assist the co-ordination of College based activities associated with the programme(s), including the compilation of assessment, profile records, qualification requirements and off the job training records Ensure that the provisions of the HASAW Act are observed Assist with marketing and recruitment activities that promote the Apprenticeship programme Ensure that individual students’ learning needs are met Attend meetings: IQA and EQA meetings, department and management meetings (where appropriate) and staff development activities. Attend and support College open events. The above list of duties is not exhaustive and is subject to change. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties within the scope and grading of the post. As our Plumbing Assessor Trainer, you’ll ideally have: Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Maths Have relevant L3 qualifications in the plumbing and heating sector Assessor qualification or willingness to work towards IQA qualification or willingness to work towards A training/teaching qualification or willingness to work towards Evidence of up to date knowledge and practice in vocational area Working knowledge and strong vocational experience of plumbing and heating installation/maintenance Responsive to legislative changes in the construction sector. Excellent communication skills Excellent organisational skills Ability to co-ordinate visits/workload effectively Communication skills including written and verbal Benefits you will receive: You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary: 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30.5 after 5 years' service up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period Free parking at all of our college sites (where spaces are available) Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme If you feel you are the right candidate for this Plumbing Assessor Trainer role,then please click ‘ apply’ now Closing date: 25 March 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.