Vocational Assessor

Vocational Assessor – Industrial Cleaning and Waste Management

Location:

HMP Leyhill, Gloucester

Salary: £25k – £27k plus additional mileage expenses beyond your normal daily commute.

Hours:

34 hours per week (Permanent, Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.30pm)

• A four-day working week – Monday to Thursday.
• A competitive salary plus expenses.
• Generous holiday entitlement. Christmas closure.
• Company pension scheme. Continual personal development opportunities.
• A positive and supportive working environment and culture.
• Birthday off after one year of service anniversary.
• An additional one week’s loyalty leave after five-year service anniversary.

We’re looking for a passionate Vocational Assessor specialising in Industrial Cleaning and Waste Management. You’ll work within a custodial setting, supporting learners to achieve meaningful qualifications and build brighter futures.

• Travel and Workplace Assessments:
  Assessing learners in different workplaces within the assigned region.
• Guidance and Support:
  Providing feedback, guidance, and support to learners as they work towards their NVQ qualifications.
• Evidence Collection:
  Gathering evidence of a learner’s skills and knowledge to demonstrate their competence.
• Assessment and Feedback:
  Evaluating learners’ performance against NVQ standards and providing constructive feedback.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintaining accurate records of learner progress and assessment results.

• Planning and delivering training sessions.
• Providing training to learners to help them develop the skills needed for their NVQ.
• Participating in quality assurance activities.
• Ensuring that assessments are conducted according to Awarding Organisation standards.
• Collaborating with Prison Managers and employers.

• An Assessors Award or equivalent (e.g., CAVA).
• Recent assessing experience (within the last six months).

Applicants will need to be prepared to undergo prison security clearance.

Cohorts are between 10 and 12 learners.

This role is more than just teaching; it’s about inspiring, motivating, and equipping people with the tools to succeed. Every certificate achieved represents a life-changing opportunity for someone ready to build a new future.

To apply for the role of Vocational Assessor (HMP Leyhill, Gloucester),  to  or call  / .