Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced healthcare professional to join Pearson TQ as an Apprenticeship Assessor – Clinical Healthcare (Temp – 18 Months)

In this role, you’ll support learners working towards the Senior Healthcare Support Worker Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, providing high-quality coaching, assessment, and guidance throughout their learning journey. You’ll play a key role in helping learners develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for success, ensuring they are fully prepared for Gateway and End Point Assessment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a clinical healthcare background who enjoys developing others and making a positive impact on the future healthcare workforce.

Location & Work Setup

This role is based at Whittington Barracks, Lichfield and involves regular travel to learner workplaces and training locations as required. Delivery may include a blend of workplace, classroom, and virtual learning environments.

Your Key Responsibilities

Apprentice Coaching & Assessment

• Deliver high-quality training and assessment to learners undertaking the Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.
• Support learners throughout their apprenticeship journey, helping them develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to achieve their qualification.
• Provide constructive, professional, and timely feedback that supports learner progress and achievement.
• Prepare and support learners for Gateway and End Point Assessment

Workplace Assessment & Reviews

• Conduct workplace observations and assessments against apprenticeship and awarding body requirements.
• Carry out regular reviews with learners and line managers, ensuring all documentation is completed within agreed timescales.
• Monitor learner progress against target achievement dates and proactively address barriers to completion.
• Maintain regular contact with learners and employers to support successful programme outcomes.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure assessments are accurate, compliant, and meet internal quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain accurate learner records and documentation across electronic and paper-based systems.
• Identify and manage learner withdrawals, absences, and changes in circumstances in line with required processes.
• Attend standardisation activities and team meetings to support quality and continuous improvement.

Learner & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build positive relationships with learners, line managers, and key stakeholders.
• Encourage a positive attitude towards learning and professional development.
• Promote a supportive learning environment that enables learners to achieve their full potential.
• Represent Pearson TQ professionally and maintain strong customer relationships.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Healthcare or equivalent sector-specific qualification.
• Clinical healthcare experience.
• Experience managing and supporting learner programmes.
• Strong coaching, mentoring, and learner support skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good written skills with the ability to provide detailed feedback and set clear learner objectives.
• Good IT skills and confidence using digital systems and learning platforms.
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy caseload.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• TAQA, A1, D32/D33 Assessor qualification.
• V1/D34 Internal Quality Assurance qualification.
• Teaching qualification.
• Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and apprenticeship delivery.
• Experience of working within the Ofsted inspection framework.

Additional Information

• Regular travel to learner and customer sites is required.
• The successful candidate will be expected to maintain occupational competence through ongoing professional development.
• Flexibility may be required to meet learner and programme needs

Why Join Pearson?

At Pearson, our purpose is to help people make measurable progress in their lives through learning.

As an Apprenticeship Assessor, you’ll play a vital role in developing the next generation of healthcare professionals, helping learners gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications they need to succeed in their careers.

You’ll join a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality apprenticeship programmes and exceptional learner outcomes.

This post is exempt from the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applicants will be expected to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the DBS.

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