Learning Assessor in Brickwork and Groundworks

Job details

Salary Scale 4 : £26,804 - £29,743 per annum

Rising to Scale 5/6 £ 30,165 - £36,536 per annum on completion of assessor awards (plus a £2,500 per annum market supplement)

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full time

Date posted 11/09/2026

Job reference REQ
01229

Work Based Learning Assessor in Brickwork and Groundworks

Full Time (37 hours per week) and Permanent

Are you a bricklayer with a passion for passing on your craft? Do you thrive on seeing others succeed?

We’re looking for a highly skilled, motivated professional to join our team as a Work Based Learning Assessor in Brickwork and Groundworks. This is a chance to mentor the next generation of tradespeople, turning workplace experience into accredited qualifications.

As our Brickwork and Groundworks Assessor, you will be the vital link between the apprentice, the employer, and their qualification journey. You'll use your expert knowledge to:

• Assess learners in their working environment up to NVQ Level 2 and Level 3 in Brickwork and Groundworks related qualifications.
• Mentor and coach apprentices, providing the guidance and support they need to master complex skills.
• Work closely with employers to ensure the training meets industry standards and business needs.
• Track progress and manage the learning portfolio process

What we’re looking for:

• Proven, hands‑on experience in Brickwork (Essential).
• Expert knowledge of current industry practices and safety standards.
• The drive and personality to inspire and motivate learners of all levels.
• Ideally, an Assessor qualification (e.g., A1, TAQA, or equivalent) or a willingness to work toward one.

For further information, please view the job information pack.

Bridgend College recognises its responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. We apply a rigorous process of checking the suitability of staff and volunteers to work with children and vulnerable adults. The above post is subject to a satisfactory/enhanced DBS disclosure for child and adult workforce and registration as a FE Work Based Learning Practitioner with the Education Workforce Council.

Bridgend College understands the value of providing services in Welsh and the need to grow its bilingual workforce. We therefore encourage applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate good Welsh language skills. Please specify in your personal statement whether you would prefer to have your assessment/interview conducted in Welsh.

We are actively seeking to improve representation from all sections of the community and promoting equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from everyone, including people from different backgrounds and communities, and of different ages.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and we guarantee to interview anyone with a disability if their application meets the essential criteria for the post, and consider them on their abilities. We can also offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.

The College does not participate in the UK Visa Sponsorship Scheme therefore, candidates will have to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK if offered a role with us.

Please note there may be a requirement for a second stage interview or assessment.

If you are a people-centered, inspirational team player with a passion for innovation, and you are ready to make a difference and transform lives, we would love to hear from you.