Job Details

Our client in Stoke on Trent is recruiting for a Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor to join their team. This is a practical, learner-focused role requiring someone who can combine strong occupational knowledge of the welding sector with effective teaching, coaching and assessment skills. You will support learners to develop the practical skills, knowledge, behaviours and employability skills required to successfully complete their programme and progress into sustainable employment or further development.

Job Description for the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor role:

• As the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor you will deliver engaging classroom and practical training in welding and fabrication.
• Deliver Level 1 and 2 Performing Manufacturing Operations, Level 2 NVQ in Fabrication and Welding, Level 3 NVQ in Fabrication and Welding, L2 Lean Manufacturing apprenticeship, L2 Engineering Operative apprenticeship and Level 3 Plate Welding apprenticeship
• As the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor you will plan and deliver structured lessons and practical training sessions that meet individual learner needs.
• Assess learners against relevant qualification and apprenticeship requirements.
• As the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor you will carry out observations, professional discussions, portfolio assessments and other appropriate assessment activities.
• Provide constructive feedback and support learners to achieve their qualifications within agreed timescales.
• Monitor learner progress and maintain accurate, up-to-date learner records.
• As the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor you will complete individual learning plans, reviews and progress documentation as required.
• Support apprentices and maintain effective communication with their employers.
• As the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor you will prepare learners for End-Point Assessment where applicable.
• Embed English, maths, digital skills, employability and wider personal development within delivery.
• Promote positive attitudes towards attendance, punctuality, behaviour and workplace expectations.
• As the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor you will support learners with CV development, interview preparation and progression into employment where appropriate.
• Ensure training and assessment activities comply with awarding organisation, funding and internal quality requirements.
• Participate in standardisation, internal quality assurance, staff development and CPD activities.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and professional learning environment.
• Ensure all practical activities are delivered in accordance with Health & Safety requirements.

Candidate Requirements for the Fabrication and Welding Tutor/Assessor role:

• Relevant occupational experience within the welding and fabrication sector.
• A recognised teaching or training qualification.
• A recognised assessor qualification such as TAQA, A1, D32/D33 or equivalent.
• Experience of training, coaching, mentoring or assessing learners within a workplace or training environment.
• Experience in delivering welding and/or fabrication training is desirable
• Experience delivering welding and fabrication apprenticeships.
• Experience working within Further Education, Independent Training Providers or work-based learning.
• Experience supporting unemployed/adult learners into employment is desirable
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and End-Point Assessment is desirable
• Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification or experience is desirable
• Good knowledge of welding operations and safe working practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage learners from a range of backgrounds and abilities.
• Good IT and digital skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• A strong commitment to Health & Safety and maintaining high professional standards.

This role would suit candidates with the following experience: Welding Instructor, Welding Tutor, Fabrication & Welding Tutor, Fabrication & Welding Assessor, Welding Assessor, Work-based Assessor,

This role is commutable from: Stoke on Trent, Newcastle under Lyme, Crewe, Stone, Stafford, Keele, Market Drayton, Leek and surrounding areas

Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 5.00 pm / Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Holidays: 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Brampton Recruitment are an independent Commercial and Accounts & Finance recruitment agency working in partnership with employers spanning Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and the Greater Manchester region.