SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE
JOB DESCRIPTION
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JOB HOLDER:
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JOB TITLE:
LEAD INTERNAL VERIFIER - MOTOR VEHICLE
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DEPARTMENT:
TECHNOLOGY – MOTOR VEHICLE
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GRADE:
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REPORTING TO:
CURRICULUM LEADER – MOTOR VEHCILE
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WORK PATTERN:
Variable Hours – Assessor A
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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
To lead and develop the assessment and verification
process with a team of assessors working in the motor
vehicle department both in college and in the
workplace. To ensure these processes support timely
and compliant achievement of qualifications.
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MAIN DUTIES:
1. Provide the IV/Lead IV function for the area in line with the requirements of
the awarding bodies and current College systems. Maintain and develop this
function in line with any changes which are required by the awarding bodies
or the College
2. Lead and support a team of assessors – identifying opportunities for the
collection of evidence of competent performance, using diverse evidence and
providing assessment feedback.
3. Undertake assessments both in the College and on employers’ premises if
needed
4. Coordinate the internal verification of all work-based and College-based
assessments and deal with EVs as required in relation to this.
5. Maintain assessment and IV documentation in an appropriate manner in line
with College policies.
6. Lead regular team meetings in relation to assessment/ IV/standardisation in
order to ensure quality and consistency of assessments and verification
across all programmes
7. Contribute to the quality of the area, including SAR process, working closely
with the Curriculum Leader to address issues of non-compliance and poor
quality.
8. Ensure that students in the area receive adequate guidance, support and
feedback in the assessment process to support their success.
9. Ensure that all required registration and examination documentation is
accurately completed and promptly passed to the appropriate member of
staff.
10. Assist in the recruitment of new assessors/verifiers and provide mentoring to
trainee assessors and verifiers where appropriate.
11. Create and maintain professional relationships with customers and clients in
the areas of Motor Vehicle and other related subjects, providing information
on all aspects of provision.
12. Support the assessment of employers’ premises and sites for compliance with
Health and Safety regulations.
13. To work to promote and apply the College’s safeguarding policies and
procedures.
14. Identify and undertake any other job-related activities as requested
appropriate to the grading of the post to meet the changing needs of the
College.
15. To carry out these duties and responsibilities in accordance with all relevant
statutory obligations and current College policies, procedures and regulations
including those relating to equal opportunities, health and safety, teaching
and learning, quality assurance, financial matters, employment matters,
funding and examination body requirements and data protection.
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up. Such
duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the
duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common
occurrence and cannot of themselves justify the reconsideration of the grading of the
post. The College reserves the right to change or up-date this job description and to
change the normal place of work after consultation with the job holder. The
signatures below indicate agreement to this job description.
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SIGNATURE OF JOB HOLDER
DATE
SIGNATURE OF LINE MANAGER
DATE
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SUSSEX DOWNS COLLEGE
PERSON SPECIFICATION
This person specification lists the qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills,
abilities and personal qualities of the person required to undertake the post. It will be
used by the College to assist in drawing up a shortlist of candidates for interview, and
during the interview/selection process. Applicants should provide evidence to
demonstrate their suitability for the position and how they meet the requirements of
the person specification in the application form and any supporting statement.
ASSESSOR – MOTOR VEHICLE
POST:
Qualifications
(specify level)
Essential
Desirable
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Vocational competence qualifications
to Level 3 in Motor Vehicle subjects
i.e. mechanical repair, body/paint
Current Verifier qualification (willing to
achieve TAQA status if not held)
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At least 2 years experience of the
assessment of motor vehicle trainees
in either College settings or in the
workplace
Experience of IV in Motor Vehicle
qualifications
Experience of liaising with employers
Experience of organising site visits
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Job Experience
and knowledge
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Skills/Abilities/
Competencies
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Personal
qualities/
attributes/
attitude
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Excellent organisational skills
Excellent communication skills to
feedback to students and employers
on assessment outcomes and other
progress issues
Leadership skills to develop
assessment and feedback practice
Ability to present information to inform
decision making
IT skills in relation to use of awarding
body website, record keeping, College
systems etc
Ability to promote the college in a
positive manner especially to
employers
A flexible approach to work hours to
meet college needs at busy periods
Ability to manage time/workloads
effectively and to work under pressure
Ability to work effectively within
internal teams and with external
clients/partners
Ability to respond positively to changes
in requirements and systems.
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Current Health and Safety assessor
qualification (training may be
available)
L2 English, Maths and ICT
First Aid qualification
Experience of teaching on Motor
Vehicle courses
An understanding of ‘safeguarding’
and its importance within the
college
Understanding of equality and
diversity in relation to assessment
practice (must be willing to develop
this if no previous experience)