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Job Title: Assessor - Teacher EducationSalary: Commencing at 32,068 with progression to 35,036 per annumClosing Date: 2026-01-25About the Role6 Months Fixed Term ContractThis is a new role ofAssessor - Teacher Education here at University Centre (UC) Leeds to deliver and assesses teacher education on the Level 5 Learning skills teacher apprenticeships. This role plays a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of lectures within the post-14 sector.You will be joining a dedicated and proactive team that is enthusiastic to provide innovative practitioners within the teaching profession.The role will additionally involve visiting learners in the work place to assess their knowledge, skills and behaviours in practice. You will also be carrying out teaching observations with the apprenticeship cohorts.What You Will DoAssess learners practical abilities against the apprenticeship standards knowledge, skills and behaviours.Assess and provide feedback on student progress.Carry out teaching observations and provide feedback.Collaborate with all stakeholders to enhance the overall learning experienceAbout YouHolds an Assessor award and a L5 Teaching Qualification (eg Cert Ed, PGCE).Has recent experience as an assessor for apprenticeship framework, ideally assessing the Level 5 Learning Skills Teacher apprenticeship and / or experience working within FE setting.Knowledge of current teaching practices and research to inform learners.Reflective practitioner within your role.BenefitsThe group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:Annual leave:Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidaysCurriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidaysPension schemes with generous employer contributions:Teachers Pension SchemeLocal Government Pension SchemePeoples Pension SchemeCPD opportunities:Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.About UsAt University Centre Leeds, we provide a supportive higher education environment designed to promote and enhance independent learning. We have access to industry standard equipment unique to many of our subject areas. These range from our makeup studios to practical science labs.We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. Youll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow.Choosing to work for University Centre Leedsmeans that you will be part of an 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 University Centre Leeds.We are proud to be the highest rated for student satisfaction in Leeds for the third year running(National Student Survey 2022).SAFEGUARDINGAt Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONOur commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Groups values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity andinclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us pleaseClick here to learn more about our EDI objectives.RECRUITMENT AGENCIESWe kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward anyunsolicited CVsin relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly. We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies. We shall not be liable for any fee / commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.