Job Title: Assessor in Construction and Built Environment (Training Advisor)

Department: Apprenticeships / Construction

Reporting to: Team Leader

Salary: Up to £34,225 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

Annual Leave: 30 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays

Pension: NEST Pension Scheme

Location: Employer-based delivery with travel across the region

Job Role

We are looking to appoint an Assessor in Built Environment to support apprentices to achieve built environment qualifications, including full Apprenticeship Standards. The role involves managing a caseload of learners, conducting workplace assessments of knowledge, skills, and behaviours, and guiding learners through to successful completion and End Point Assessment. Inductions and initial assessments are carried out to identify starting points, with individual learning plans developed in collaboration with employers, ensuring clear targets and an understanding of off‑the‑job training requirements.

Working closely with learners, employers, and internal colleagues, the Assessor monitors progress through regular workplace reviews, provides feedback, and helps learners overcome barriers to achievement. The role also contributes to programme performance, quality improvement, and recruitment activity, supporting targets for retention, achievement, and learner numbers. Health and safety compliance, employer risk assessments, curriculum development, and the promotion of a safe, inclusive learning environment are integral to ensuring high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified professional with a passion for developing others and supporting skills development within the construction sector.

 Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of learners, providing assessment, support, and guidance throughout their apprenticeship journey
• Plan and carry out learner inductions and initial assessments, developing individual learning plans in collaboration with employers
• Assess knowledge, skills and behaviours, including delivery and assessment of Functional Skills where required
• Support learners to achieve NVQ qualifications and prepare for End Point Assessment
• Build and maintain effective relationships with employers and external partners to support recruitment and retention
• Conduct regular workplace reviews and monitor learner progress against agreed targets
• Ensure employer compliance, including an understanding of off-the-job training requirements
• Complete health & safety checks and risk assessments prior to learner placement

Skills, Knowledge & Experience 

Essential:

• Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant Built Environment occupational area
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)
• Practical occupational experience within the Built Environment (e.g. Architect, Quantity Surveyor, Civil Engineer, Site Manager)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to motivate learners and inspire achievement
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and targets
• Commitment to safeguarding and learner wellbeing

Desirable: 

• TAQA / A1 Assessor qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Teaching qualification
• Internal Verifier qualification (V1 / IV Award)
• Experience of delivering or assessing apprenticeships or NVQs
• Experience monitoring subcontracted provision
• Experience using Smart Assessor to track learner progress, upload evidence and support assessment and internal quality assurance processes.

Other Requirements: 

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Flexibility to travel and work across employer sites

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

To learn more about working at Middlesbrough College, please visit our  Work For Us page.

For further details and to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Mark Hall, Associate Director of Apprenticeships on MC.Hall@mbro.ac.uk.

Are you ready to make your mark?  

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

About Middlesbrough College 

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values   

Across our campus and community, Middlesbrough College is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive. Find out more here.

Safeguarding Our Students

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation‑related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to work 

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Targeted Retention Scheme

Eligible FE teachers in their first five years could receive a £2,000–£6,000 Targeted Retention Incentive for teaching key subjects (construction, chemistry, computing/ICT, early years, engineering, maths, physics). Check full criteria and application window on GOV.UK.

Recruitment Process 

Applications may be shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged.  We reserve the right to begin interviews and close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Equality & Diversity 

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.

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