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Fabrication & Welding Assessor

Dovetail Ref: 9485768
FE & HE £30,000 - £35,000 per annum permanent mid Level Urgent 7 August 2026
Leeds, England

Education Details

Fabrication & Welding Further Education training provider
Levels: Level 3Apprenticeships
Also teaches: Engineering

Job Description

Fabrication & Welding Assessor

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Fabrication & Welding Assessor to join our growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong industry experience who is passionate about supporting the next generation of skilled fabricators and welders. You'll work closely with apprentices and employers, helping learners develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed in their careers.

You'll manage a caseload of apprentices, carrying out workplace assessments, monitoring progress and providing constructive feedback throughout their apprenticeship journey.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of Fabrication & Welding apprentices.
  • Conduct regular workplace visits to assess apprentice competence and monitor progress.
  • Complete assessment documentation and maintain accurate learner records using an e-portfolio system.
  • Deliver high-quality coaching and support to help apprentices achieve their apprenticeship standards.
  • Prepare apprentices for End-Point Assessment (EPA).
  • Work closely with employers to ensure apprentices receive the support they need in the workplace.
  • Monitor off-the-job training and ensure apprenticeship requirements are met.
  • Provide timely feedback and guidance to learners.
  • Attend standardisation meetings, team meetings and continuing professional development activities.
  • Promote high standards of quality, health & safety and learner achievement.

Essential Qualification

  • NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding

About You

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has substantial industry experience in Fabrication & Welding.
  • Has experience supporting or mentoring apprentices or learners (desirable but not essential).
  • Has excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Can build positive relationships with employers and apprentices.
  • Is passionate about developing people and helping others achieve their potential.
  • Is able to work independently while managing a varied caseload.
  • Holds a full UK driving licence and is willing to travel to employer sites.

What We Offer

  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Travel discounts
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for career progression.

If you're an experienced Fabrication & Welding professional looking to move into a rewarding assessor role, we'd love to hear from you.

What's on Offer

  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Travel discounts
  • Career progression opportunities

Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited.

Your Recruitment Consultant

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Pension

Excellent pension scheme

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 in Fabrication & Welding
  • Substantial industry experience in Fabrication & Welding
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Willing to travel to employer sites
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

Benefits

  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Cycle to Work scheme

Skills & Qualifications

Fabrication & WeldingApprentice assessmentWorkplace coachingE-portfolio systemsEnd-Point Assessment preparationLearner progress monitoringEmployer liaisonHealth & safety