Workplace Assessor

Posted: 20.05.2026

Job reference: d

Location:

Exeter

Client /

Employer:

Tempdent Recruitment & Training

Reach for the stars with our growing teams who put their core values at the heart of everything they do. Tempdent Recruitment & Training, the leading Dental recruitment agency and training provider with over 29 years of experience, is proud to offer high‑quality apprenticeships, post‑registration qualifications, CPD and recruitment services across the UK.

Dental Workplace Assessor – Part time (3 days per week)

Salary: up to £30,000 per annum pro rata for candidates with relevant qualifications and experience. For those not yet CAVA qualified, a starting salary of up to £28,500 per annum pro rata will be offered.

• Book and carry out workplace assessments of Diploma in Dental Nursing learners within the required time period.
• Communicate effectively with practice managers and learners.
• Ensure the correct completion and submission of all assessment paperwork.
• Provide constructive feedback to the learner and practice manager in a sensitive manner.
• Prepare and support a small caseload of learners for EPA.
• Conduct health & safety and equal opportunities vetting and monitoring of practice and provide guidance where necessary.
• Plan and prepare for each workplace assessment.
• Remain current in skills and knowledge of the dental sector, legislative requirements, and maintain GDC registration.

• Level 3 Training or Assessing Qualification – or willingness to acquire.
• Qualified Dental Nurse with a minimum of 2 years experience.
• Enhanced DBS Check on the Update Service – or willingness to undergo one.
• Based in Exeter to conduct workplace assessments.
• Ability to plan work effectively and meet deadlines.
• IT literate with effective use of MS Office.
• Experience assessing the Dental Diploma/Advance Apprenticeship (desirable).
• Experience working within work‑based learning programmes (desirable).

• 20 days annual leave (increasing with length of service plus bank holidays).
• 3 days off for Christmas closure.
• Birthday day off after 1 year of service.
• CPD and internal development opportunities.
• Remote working.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Contribution to the development of the future dental workforce.

Email:

Applications and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. The vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is found early.