Assessor - Work Based (Fabrication & Welding)

£37,896 - £41,770

1.0 FTE / 35 Hours

Based at Falkirk Campus with flexible working arrangements available to support a healthy work-life balance (some travel will also be required)

Permanent

About the Role:

Forth Valley College's Apprenticeships, Skills & Commercial Department is looking for a Fabrication and Welding Work Based Assessor to join our supportive and forward-thinking team. This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in guiding, supporting, and assessing candidates as they develop their skills within fabrication and/or welding disciplines.

We're looking for someone with a strong understanding of current industry practices, particularly in relation to vocational qualifications and quality frameworks. While experience of Modern Apprenticeship frameworks and quality requirements would be advantageous, we are committed to supporting your development and will provide guidance to help you succeed in the role.

If you're passionate about developing others and want to make a real impact in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver guidance and support to candidates in compiling and presenting a comprehensive portfolio of evidence that adheres to the vocational qualification's performance criteria and evidence requirements.

* Conduct fair, safe, and reliable assessments of candidates' skills and knowledge in their respective workplaces.

* Maintain excellent communication and IT skills to effectively manage interactions and documentation.

* Exhibit a strong passion for professional discipline, with an ability to work under tight deadlines and independently manage workload.

* Inspire, encourage, and motivate candidates, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.

* Participate actively as a member of the engineering assessment team, contributing to the continuous improvement of assessment and internal verification processes and practices.

Essential Requirements:

* Demonstrable, current hands-on industry experience in fabrication and/or welding disciplines.

* Experience working within engineering environments.

* Strong communication and IT skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of learners and stakeholders.

* A genuine passion for mentoring others and supporting skills development within fabrication and welding.

* Ability to manage your workload effectively, prioritise tasks, and work to deadlines in a dynamic environment.

* A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle, as the role involves regular travel.

Desirable Qualifications:

* A recognised Assessor and/or Verifier qualification or the willingness to work towards gaining these qualifications.

Benefits:

* Access to a public sector pension scheme

* A flexible working environment tailored to support work-life balance.

* Generous annual leave entitlement of 48 days including Public Holidays & College Closure Days

* Participation in a cycle to work scheme, promoting a healthy and environmentally friendly commute option.

* Access to the college gyms.

Join Us:

If you are keen to make a significant impact in the lives of our students, driving forward their skills and knowledge in the engineering sector, we would love to hear from you. Forth Valley College is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for all and encourages applications from candidates who are passionate about education and have a strong desire to make a difference.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role, including examples of previous relevant experience and how you meet the essential requirements.

Forth Valley College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. We understand that individuals may have different needs and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process.

If any adjustments are required to be made, please contact . The college will work with each individual to identify and implement appropriate solutions to ensure you have a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate your skills and qualifications.

Closing date: 7 May 2026

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