Children’s Care, Play, Learning and Development Assessor; CCPLD & Playwork; PW

Overview

If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you!

You will support learners through every stage of their apprenticeship journey, delivering training, assessment, and Essential Skills while ensuring high standards and compliance with awarding bodies, Welsh Government requirements, Estyn’s Common Inspection Framework, and ACT policies. This is a field‑based role, involving workplace visits and virtual delivery, supported by strong systems, quality processes, and a collaborative team. No assessor qualification yet?

That’s okay — if you have the right sector experience and motivation, we’ll support you to gain it.

This is a temporary 12 month contract (starting April 2026). ACT is committed to promoting the Welsh language for both staff and learners, and whilst it is not considered essential criteria, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role.

As Wales’s largest training provider, ACT is proud to be a Times Best 100 Company to Work For and an Investors in People Platinum employer. We offer a supportive, values‑led culture where your development matters as much as our learners’.

• Generous annual leave (up to 45 days)
• Annual salary increases
• Healthcare cash plan and pension scheme
• Strong CPD and development support
• Coaching, mentoring and e‑learning opportunities
• A genuinely inclusive and people‑focused culture
• Celebration vouchers every year

ACT is dedicated to fair and safe recruitment practices, ensuring equality for all applicants and staff. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We are happy to consider reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process.

The Advert will close 26th February 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Applicants will be notified via email of the application process. The interview process will consist of interviews at our Head Office with a work‑based task (e.g. a micro‑teach). If you have any queries about the vacancy, please feel free to contact us at re

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. All employees are expected to uphold ACT’s commitment to safeguarding the welfare of all learners and staff.

• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year)
• E‑learning platform available to all staff
• Annual salary increases
• Staff counselling sessions
• Mental Health First Aider
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Bi‑annual performance reviews
• Staff Council
• Flexible and hybrid working where applicable
• Team building days
• Volunteering days
• Staff celebration days
• Length of service, birthday and yearly appreciation rewards
• Staff Recognition Awards
• Healthcare cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance

At least 5 years’ occupational experience in Childcare and Play work.

A minimum Level 3 occupational qualification (or equivalent) in childcare/playwork. Assessor qualification or willingness to work towards one.

Strong organisation, communication and IT skills.

A learner‑centred approach with the ability to motivate and empower others. Demonstrate ACT’s behaviour framework in their day‑to‑day practice.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.