Assessor - Joinery

Job Introduction

Harrogate College is proud to offer an employed-led curriculum and is committed to providing all learners with the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to meet the growing needs of industry. Learners are encouraged to have fun, to be kind and to believe in their own unique abilities and talents and to be proud of the progress they make.

Those who work at Harrogate are always keen to share and celebrate the successes of their learners and do so between departments based at Harrogate and across the wider Luminate Education Group.

Harrogate College is looking for a Joinery Assessor to join our team

Main Responsibilities

You will join the apprenticeship team at Harrogate and assess the joinery apprentices that are currently completing their qualification.

The role involves all aspects of assessing, such as visiting the workplace, completing reviews, settings tasks and carrying out observations.

Knowledge and experience in joinery is essential - we are happy to consider applicants that wish to move into assessing.

About The Company

Harrogate College has excellent facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. We are working towards becoming a recognised centre of green excellence which is supported through our sustainability pledge to become a net zero college by 2035.

We have recently been awarded £16m of government funding to transform our campus. The energy-efficient new building will include a workshop unit that provides large scale facilities aligned to industry needs including advanced manufacturing, low carbon construction, retrofit, sustainable energy and bioeconomy, health science and hospitality. This will complement the college’s existing tech centre which is home to its motor vehicle, electrical, joinery and welding workshops.

Choosing to work for Harrogate College means that you will be part of a nurturing, inclusive and progressive learning environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Harrogate College.

SAFEGUARDING

**Benefits**:
There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:
Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).

Support Staff 27 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years service)

Academic 37 days

Senior Management 37 days

Generous Pension schemes

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).

Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes. Harrogate Campus also has free onsite parking for all staff.

Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements