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CAREER CHANGE

Looking for a new career or career change ?

If you ’ re passionate about lifelong learning , and looking for a new career or career change , an assessor qualification is the first step for anyone looking to diversify their skills .

Assessor ’ s support and assess people working towards vocational qualifications , ensuring they meet the occupational standards needed to achieve their qualification . They may also carry out End point assessments for standard apprenticeships .

You do not have to have worked in the education sector previously , to become an assessor . Technical experts who become assessors , provide up to date high-quality industry expertise and many people go into the sector because they want to help other people to achieve their potential .
Benefits of becoming an Assessor :
Flexible Hours and Location As an assessor there are opportunities for permanent full / part time roles and associate roles , allowing you full flexibility to achieve your desired work life balance .
Meet New People You will work with students from many employer organisations backgrounds . You will need to understand their capabilities and ensure they are prepared to progress , which can be one of the most rewarding aspects of the role . You will also work alongside assessors in other subject areas , so it is a great way to network and share good practice .
Continuing CPD and Progression Working as an assessor you will build a range of skills to add to your CV . You may pursue further learning to become an expert in a particular area . To enable you to progress to other roles within education and quality assurance , such as staff mentor , End Point Assessor for Apprenticeships or becoming an Internal or External Quality Assurer .
Assessor Courses from One Awards Training are designed to help you gain a NOCN Level 3 Assessor qualification , without the need for attending any classroom sessions . Workshops are held online and along with access to presentations , support materials
I was really impressed with our Assessor Training course . The tutor was able to respond to us and the speed with which we liked to work . She enabled us to quickly assimilate the roles and responsibilities of an assessor and helped us to make the general concepts specific to our industry . I would highly recommend this course ”
and a dedicated tutor to guide you through your programme , enabling you to complete both the theoretical and practical assessments and develop the skills required to enable you to carry out assessor roles . For more information visit www . oneawards . org . uk
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