Pharmacy Assessor Trainer

Bradford College are working together to transform lives, we are aiming to provide students with an outstanding experience, an experience they can take with them into their chosen vocation.

An exciting role has become available on our professional and diligent Pharmacy Skills Team as Pharmacy Assessor/Trainer; this role is to support the Head of School, Science and Pharmacy and the Pharmacy Skills Lead in the skills assessment of the Pharmacy courses.

You will ensure that these courses meet the needs of students, business and the community and that students receive a high-quality experience whilst ensuring quality and financial targets are met. This fulfilling role primarily concentrates on inspirational leadership for students, embedding our values of achievement, inclusion, excellence, focus and integrity. In this role you will liaise with employers, professional bodies, external verifiers and other stakeholders and will be required to contribute to relevant reports for both internal and external purposes.

2x roles available (1.6 FTE)

**Responsibilities include but are not limited to**:

- To undertake planning and assessment/verification duties at a level agreed with the Pharmacy Skills Lead.
- To work with the Pharmacy Skills Lead to maximize student enrolment.
- Ensure overall outstanding quality of learning and assessment/verification across the courses.
- To work alongside the Pharmacy Skills team to ensure that retention, progress, attainment and destinations targets are met.
- To work alongside the Pharmacy Skills team to ensure course, student and employer satisfaction benchmarks are met each year.
- To ensure full compliance first time with all College procedures.
- To provide course costings and information relating to resources, ensuring a quality experience for students.
- To contribute to the collegial culture, mission and strategic objectives and to work with colleagues in the programme area

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**Education & Training**
- GCSE 4-9 (A*-C) or nationally recognized level 2 qualification in Maths or equivalent (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A-C)
- GCSE 4-9 (A*-C) or nationally recognized level 2 qualification in English or equivalent (e.g. CSE 1, O Level A-C)
- Registered Pharmacist or Pharmacy Technician
- Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement or equivalent (i.e. A1)

**Experience**
- Current knowledge and relevant occupational experience in the assessment area
- Proven experience of accurately and timely assessment and verification in the workplace
- Experiences of working successfully with a range of employers and other stakeholders.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and concisely in both verbal and written form.
- Ability to engage and motivate students
- To maintain comprehensive CPD and revalidation record

**Bradford College**

At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate, postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

**Benefits of working at Bradford College**:

- Generous annual leave entitlement (in addition to bank holidays and Christmas shut down)
- Pension scheme (Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme)
- Development Opportunities (training days and Personal Development Plans)*
- Money saving options with local organisations
- Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing activities
- Short walk from Bradford Train Stations
- If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.