Automotive Apprenticeship Assessor

Location: Covering MOD sites across the South and South West

Salary: £40,000 + £4,450 car allowance + benefits

Contract: Full-time Permanent

The Role
A strong opportunity for an experienced Automotive Apprenticeship Assessor to support both Light Vehicle and Heavy Vehicle apprentices across MOD sites, working on military contracts.

Candidates must already be qualified assessors with experience assessing apprentices in the workplace. This position is not suitable for industry-only candidates or those looking to move into assessment for the first time.

You will be responsible for assessing competence, supporting learner progress, and ensuring apprenticeship delivery meets awarding body, ESFA and MOD standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-site workplace assessments across MOD bases
• Assess apprentices working in Light Vehicle and Heavy Vehicle maintenance and repair
• Carry out progress reviews, observations and portfolio assessments
• Guide apprentices through their apprenticeship standards and assessment criteria
• Provide structured feedback and development support to drive timely achievement
• Ensure full compliance with awarding body, Ofsted and ESFA requirements
• Support learners in preparation for End Point Assessment (EPA)
• Maintain accurate learner records and assessment documentation
• Work closely with MOD personnel and employer teams to align delivery with military contract requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Automotive Apprenticeship Assessor
• Strong background across Light Vehicle and/or Heavy Vehicle maintenance
• Level 3 qualification in Motor Vehicle/Automotive/Heavy Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent
• Recognised assessor qualification (CAVA, TAQA, A1 or equivalent) - essential
• Experience assessing apprentices against apprenticeship standards
• Ability to travel between MOD sites (overnight stays occasionally required fully funded)
• Strong communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills

Desirable

• Experience working within MOD, defence or military environments
• Knowledge of military vehicle standards or contract-led training delivery
• Teaching or training qualification (AET/PTLLS or equivalent)
• Prior experience as a Coach, Tutor, Trainer, Instructor or Lecturer