Work Placement Assessor- Early Years

Work Placement Assessor- Early Years

Close date - 07/10/2026

£25,929 to £30,842 gross per annum pro rata

Term Time - PT - 29.6hrs per week

The Role

You will be required to coordinate and monitor work placements across the 16-19 study programme within the Early Years curriculum. You will liaise with employers to find and develop work placement opportunities and support the quality assurance processes. You will monitor and assess learners on work placement, assessing competencies on T levels and other Early Years license to practice qualifications. This is a term time only role (38 weeks per year and 29.6 hours per week).

What are we looking for

You must have a Level 3 or above Early Years Qualification and a minimum of level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy. You should also have a A1/TAQA Assessor Qualification or equivalent or be willing to achieve within one year. In addition, you will have relevant Health and Safety Qualification or be willing to achieve within 1 year. You have strong experience in early years education or child development and align with the national standards. You must have the ability to organise and implement a timetable of visits and administrative duties and be adept at using Microsoft Office/Outlook. You should also have access to a vehicle and ability/willingness to drive to appointments anywhere in Lancashire.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership Cycle to Work Scheme Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club Family-friendly policies Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check