NVQ Assessor

Fdm By Uap Limited; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education and training provider in Manchester is seeking experienced Freelance NVQ Assessors in Fire door inspection, installation, and wood occupations. The role involves conducting assessments, providing support and coaching to learners, and ensuring compliance with standards. Flexibility in hours and location allows for effective management of caseloads. Suitable candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in the fire door industry, with strong communication skills and the ability to engage learners. Competitive pay structure offered.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Ability to manage own caseload

Competitive payment per learner or portfolio

Qualifications

• Experience delivering NVQs or vocational qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of apprenticeship standards.
• Current CPD in sector and assessment practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct valid and reliable assessments per NVQ standards.
• Support learners with personalized guidance.
• Maintain accurate assessment records.
• Communicate effectively with learners and employers.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Coaching

Assessment competence

Occupational competence

Education

Recognised assessor qualification (A1, TAQA, CAVA, or equivalent)

Tools

OneFile

Smart Assessor

Learning Assistant

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Freelance NVQ Assessors in Fire door inspection, Fire door installation and in wood occupations to assess and support learners working toward their vocational qualifications. The assessor will provide high‑quality coaching, assessment, and feedback in line with awarding body standards, ensuring learners progress successfully through their NVQ programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment & Evidence Gathering

• Conduct valid, reliable, and fair assessments in line with NVQ standards and awarding body requirements.
• Observe learners in the workplace or via remote methods (video calls, digital evidence platforms).
• Support learners to build portfolios of evidence using e‑portfolio systems.
• Judge evidence against assessment criteria and document decisions clearly.

Learner Support & Coaching

• Provide regular guidance, support, and action plans tailored to each learner.
• Deliver constructive feedback to improve learner performance and confidence.
• Monitor progress and ensure timely achievement of milestones.
• Motivate learners to stay engaged and complete their qualification.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, auditable assessment records.
• Participate in standardisation meetings and respond to IQA feedback.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external quality assurance processes.
• Follow safeguarding, data protection, and confidentiality protocols.

Communication & Coordination

• Liaise with employers to arrange workplace observations and update them on learner progress.
• Communicate effectively with learners, employers, and internal quality assurance teams.
• Manage own caseload and schedule effectively to meet deadlines.
• Recognised assessor qualification (A1, TAQA, CAVA, or equivalent).
• Strong occupational competence in the relevant vocational area (e.g., Health & Social Care, Construction, Business Administration, etc.).
• Experience delivering and assessing NVQs or vocational qualifications.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a flexible workload.
• Access to digital tools for remote assessment (laptop, internet, e‑portfolio systems).
• Fire Door industry experience
• Experience using platforms like OneFile, Smart Assessor, or Learning Assistant.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and End‑Point Assessment requirements.
• Current CPD in sector and assessment practice.

Typical Duties

• Initial assessment of learner skills and training needs.
• Planning assessment activities and setting SMART targets.
• Conducting workplace observations and professional discussions.
• Marking evidence and completing assessment documentation.
• Keeping accurate logs and progress reports.

Why This Role Suits Freelancers

• Flexible hours and location.
• Ability to manage your own caseload and diary.
• Suitable for professionals balancing industry work with assessment.
• Paid per learner, per portfolio, per visit, or on agreed day‑rates.

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