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Apprenticeship Standards Assessor (Aviation)

Luton
4 weeks ago
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RESPONSIBLE TO: Apprenticeship Training Manager 

DIVISION/LOCATION: Heathrow/Luton/Stanstead

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours, flexible contracted hours 

POSITION SUMMARY: Apprenticeship Standards Assessor with competence within Aerospace Engineering.

Apprenticeship Standards Assessor -KEY COMPETENCIES 

Communication 
Conduct 
Developing Others 
Planning & Organising 
Technical ExpertiseApprenticeship Standards Assessor -MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

In addition to the functions detailed below, employees are required to carry out such other duties as may reasonably be required. In addition, key objectives and targets will be set/established and agreed on appointment

Assessing apprenticeship competence against current Apprenticeship Standards in a timely manner 
Assess submitted evidence using only approved methods
Report activities/behaviours that may delay the timely completion of the apprenticeship programme.
Preparing and submitting progress review reports to Employers and Apprentices
Setting goals, targets, work-based tasks, stretch and challenge activities within designated caseloads 
Manage a caseload of approximately 40 apprentices 
Attend quarterly standardisation meetings and training sessions 
Maintain apprentice progression on the current e-portfolio and on company generated reports 
Maintain accurate CPD records with monthly activitiesApprenticeship Standards Assessor -QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: 

Essential: 

Minimum 5 years assessor experience, recent assessment of Apprentice Standards
D32, D33, A1, AVA 
Level 3 Diploma in Engineering (Aviation) or equivalent 
Ability to achieve Enhanced DBS 
Up-to-date knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards AdvantageousDesirable qualification sand requirements:

D34, IQA, V1 
Level 4 Diploma in Engineering (Aviation) or equivalent 
Level 3 Teaching/Training Qualification (PTLLS, AET, TAQA) or above 
Experience in the use of e-portfolios (Pivot) to gather and assess evidence of competence
Proven experience and training in Safeguarding, PREVENT and British ValuesForward Assist Recruitment is operating as an employment agency. Forward Assist Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities employer; we welcome applicants from all backgrounds

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