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Lead End Point Assessor/Deputy Lead Assessor for Level 3 Forest Craftsperson

Nationwide

Job details

Location

Nationwide

Salary

£385 + travel and expenses

Hours of work

Flexible

Contract

Permanent

Role of a Lead/Deputy Lead Assessor

  • Technical quality assurance of product development specifications in line with the Apprenticeship Standard and Assessment Plan
  • Approval of Apprenticeship Standard specific Independent End Point Assessors
  • Provide technical expertise during product development
  • Technical quality assurance of developed assessment materials to ensure they are fit for purpose
  • Briefing and preparation of materials for standardisation events
  • Delivery of Assessor standardisation/update events/annual training of assessors
  • Assessment moderation
    • Face to face observations of assessors, inclusive of communication and submission of documentation
    • Remote observation of assessors, inclusive of communication and submission of documentation and video evidence
    • Desktop moderation of assessment grading outcomes, inclusive of communication and submission of documentation
  • Provide advice/guidance to assessors
  • Provide advice/guidance relating to standard specific appeals
  • Support Lantra’s Project Manager with EPA ad hoc activities

Industry Specific Qualifications & Experience 

Essential

  • Level 3 in forestry or significant experience of the occupation or sector
  • Level 2 Award in Chainsaw Maintenance and Cross-cutting
  • Level 2 Award in Felling and Processing Trees up to 380mm
  • Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Brush-cutters and Trimmers

Desirable

  • Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Forestry Clearing Saw
  • Level 2 Award in Safe Use of Pesticides
  • Level 2 Award in the Safe Application of Pesticide Using Hand Held Equipment

Essential experience

  • Have recent relevant experience of the occupation/sector to at least occupational level 3 gained in the
  • last 3 years or significant experience of the occupation or sector, including:
  • Legislation – Health & Safety, Bio-diversity, Pollution Control and Industry Guidance
  • Planting trees
  • Clearing vegetation
  • Measuring and selecting trees for removal
  • Felling small trees
  • Maintaining forest infrastructure
  • Operation and maintenance of forest tools, equipment and machinery
  • Monitoring and controlling, pests, diseases and disorders
  • Use of GPS, maps and plans
  • A minimum of 3 years’ recent relevant experience of the industry
  • Maintain an up-to-date CPD record of forestry industry, apprenticeship and assessment practices
  • Previous experience of internal or external verification
  • Experience of marking and grading assessments
  • Knowledge of appropriate procedures for dealing with incidents and emergencies

Essential Knowledge and Skills

  • An understanding of Trailblazer apprenticeship, with specific knowledge about the relevant industry area of the role
  • Experience of producing clear, accurate and concise written reports, including remarks/enquiries about results and responding to appeals
  • Proficient IT skills
  • Written and verbal communication skills with substantive experience of providing supportive, concise feedback to both learners, assessors and delivery staff
  • Organisational skills and the ability to prioritise effectively
  • Ability to work independently but also lead a team

Availability

  • Flexibility to travel across England
  • Driving License
  • Lead induction training
  • Assessor standardisation events

Applications and Enquiries

Send all applications and enquiries to epa@landex.org.uk