Learning Assessor in Health and Social Care

Work Based Learning Assessor in Health and Social Care Job details

Salary Scale 4/5: £26,804 - £33,119 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full time

Date posted 22/09/2026

Job reference REQ
01233

Location Pencoed

We are seeking a motivated work based learning assessor to join our dedicated team in the field of Health and Social Care. This role involves assessing and providing constructive feedback to learners enrolled on Health and Social Care qualifications, ensuring that they meet the required academic standards and professional competencies. As an Assessor, you will evaluate learners' progress through assignments, projects and practical placements.

You will have relevant qualifications in Health and Social Care or a related field and the appropriate Assessor Awards, along with hands-on industry experience in the care. You should be familiar with assessment frameworks, current industry regulations and practices, and comfortable working with a diverse learner group whilst maintaining clear communication with learners, staff and placement providers.

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 an enhanced DBS disclosure for child and adult workforce and registration as a 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.

Please note all vacancies close at midnight on the specified closing date.