Work Place Assessor - Childcare

East Coast College, East Coast College, Suffolk Road, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, NR31 0ED

33 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  2 December 2026 at 8am

• Date listed

  30 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • HLTA (higher level teaching assistant)
  • Learning support or cover supervisor
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
  • Business support, administration and corporate services
  • Student support, learning and progress
  • Apprenticeships and commercial services
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Children's development and learning, Early years
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 Hours a week. Monday to Friday - 08:30am - 5:00pm
• Contract type: Fixed term - Till 13th July 2027
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,114.55 - £27,713.40 FTE

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Workplace Assessor in Childcare to support and assess learners undertaking childcare qualifications within their workplace settings. You will work closely with apprentices, employers, and training staff to monitor progress, conduct assessments, and help learners achieve their full potential.

The successful candidate will have extensive sector knowledge and be committed to raising standards within early years education and childcare.

Key needs from you and the role;

• Conduct workplace assessments and reviews for learners undertaking childcare qualifications.
• Observe learners in their workplace and assess competence against qualification standards.
• Provide constructive feedback and create action plans to support learner development.
• Maintain accurate assessment records and ensure compliance with awarding body requirements.
• Liaise effectively with employers, managers, and curriculum teams to support learner progress.
• Monitor achievement, attendance, and engagement, identifying additional support needs where required.
• Ensure all assessment practice meets quality assurance and safeguarding requirements.
• Commitment to Safeguarding

Essential Requirements

• Assessor qualification (A1, D32/D33, TAQA, CAVA or equivalent).
• Degree in Childcare, Early Years, Education, or a related subject.
• Significant occupational experience within the childcare or early years sector.
• Excellent knowledge of childcare legislation, safeguarding, and best practice.
• Strong communication, organisational, and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of learners.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (if travel is required).

What the college offers its staff

• 38 days holiday FTE (including bank holidays)
• Generous Pension - 18% Employer Contribution
• Free gym and swim membership
• Discounted access to campus salon and restaurant

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

UPDATED STAFF BENEFITS FLYER.pdf - 3.34 MB (opens in new tab)

Placement Officer Assessor Trainer JD Childcare.docx - 85.1 KB (opens in new tab)

About East Coast College

• Organisation type: FE College, ages 16 to 99
• Education phase: Sixth form or FE college
• Size: No information available
• Age range: 16 to 99
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: East Coast College website
• Email address: recruitment@eastcoast.ac.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/east-coast-college

At East Coast College, our mission is to create individual, local and regional prosperity and wellbeing by unlocking potential through learning. We are looking for talented, motivated and committed people who share our passion for transforming lives through education.


As one of the region's leading further education colleges, we offer an extensive range of courses and opportunities across our campuses in Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft. Our merger with Lowestoft Sixth Form College and our long-standing partnership with the University of Suffolk enable us to provide clear progression pathways from further education through to higher education, supporting learners at every stage of their journey.


Working at East Coast College means being part of a supportive and ambitious organisation that is making a real difference to its communities. Based on the beautiful Norfolk and Suffolk coast, our campuses are surrounded by stunning beaches, expansive skies and picturesque landscapes, while the vibrant city of Norwich is less than an hour away, offering the perfect balance of coastal living and city access.

Arranging a visit to East Coast College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@eastcoast.ac.uk.

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