Early Years Trainer, Assessor

Acorn Training Ltd

. Facilitate learning, assess and improve learners’ skills, and support them in achieving apprenticeship or employer-based qualifications .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeHanley, Stoke-on-Trent • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £27,000 - £32,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in facilitating learning and assessment for apprentices and employer-based learners, with a strong focus on developing individual training plans and supporting English, maths, and digital skills. Proven ability to manage caseloads, maintain accurate records, and drive learner progress while adhering to quality assurance standards.

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Level 5 In Subject Sector SpecialismLevel 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)Level 3 Award In Education And Training (AET)Experience Working With E-PortfoliosKnowledge Of Adult Learning Principles

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Hard Skills

Assessment And EvaluationTraining And DevelopmentRecord KeepingTime ManagementHealth And Safety Risk AssessmentInstructional Design MethodologiesDigital Skills DevelopmentTarget Setting And MonitoringProfessional DevelopmentSafeguarding Practices

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility To Influence OthersTeam CollaborationProactive Approach

Tools & Technologies

E-PortfoliosICT For Teaching And LearningQuality Assurance SystemsElectronic Record Keeping Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 5 Certificate In Education And Training (CET)Level 4 IQA QualificationIOSH Health And Safety At Work QualificationFirst Aid At Work Qualification

Industry Keywords

Apprenticeship TrainingEmployer EngagementOfsted ExpectationsEarly Years Childcare PracticesEquality And Diversity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Facilitate learning, assess and improve learners’ skills, and support them in achieving apprenticeship or employer-based qualifications
Manage an agreed caseload of apprentices and employer-based learners through training, coaching, mentoring and assessment
Assess learners’ starting points and use findings to plan and sequence training, including English and maths development
Develop and agree individual training plans with employers
Provide comprehensive induction programmes for learners and employers
Develop and implement training and learning strategies, activities and resources
Deliver training, coaching and assessment in line with Acorn Training and awarding organisation standards and quality assurance requirements
Plan and monitor off-the-job training within individual apprenticeship training plans
Support learners’ development of English, maths and digital skills
Provide pastoral support and promote Safeguarding, Prevent, Radicalisation, Equality, Diversity and Fundamental British Values
Organise assessment opportunities and review meetings with learners and employers
Set and review targets, monitor progress, and provide documented developmental feedback
Provide information, advice and guidance throughout learner programmes
Manage timescales, objectives, deadlines, training outcomes and achievement
Carry out employer health and safety risk assessment reviews where necessary
Maintain an electronic diary of learner workplace sessions and visits in accordance with lone working policy
Maintain accurate electronic records of apprentices, employers and interactions
Drive learner progress, teaching, learning and assessment quality, stakeholder collaboration, satisfaction and timely achievement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 5 in subject sector specialism (essential)
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent (essential)
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent (essential)
GCSE grade A*-C (or equivalent) in English and Maths (essential)
Full, clean driving licence and access to vehicle for travel (essential)
Recent vocational experience or history of industry related continuous professional development (essential)
Experience of dealing with employers in a professional capacity (essential)
Experience working with e-Portfolios (essential)
Meeting targets for timely achievement (essential)
Working successfully as part of a team (essential)
Deep knowledge of early years childcare practice practices (essential)
Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (essential)
Familiarity with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in adult education and development (essential)
Knowledgeable in the use of ICT to support teaching, learning, assessment, and communication (essential)
Good communication and interpersonal skills (essential)
Good record keeping skills and attention to detail (essential)
Efficient time management (essential)
Ability to influence others (essential)
Able to work flexibly and using own initiative (essential)
Highly motivated and proactive (essential)
Always maintain a professional approach and act with integrity (essential)
BA in subject sector specialism (desirable)
Level 4 IQA qualification (desirable)
Level 5 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) or equivalent (desirable)
IOSH Health and Safety at Work qualification (desirable)
First Aid at Work qualification (desirable)
Supporting learners to achieve successful outcomes in a work-based environment (desirable)
Working with a diverse caseload of learners (desirable)
Up-to-date knowledge of the expectations of Ofsted, and subject knowledge and expertise that reflects best practice in the field or sector (desirable)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working including home-based, centre-based, or hybrid job role dependant
Up to 26 days annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days
Pension scheme to support your long-term financial wellbeing
Training and professional development, including CPD workshops and professional qualifications
Westfield Health Scheme with benefits including 13 healthcare services, cashback towards essential health bills, counselling and therapy treatments, fast access to MRI, CT, and PET scans, and discounted shopping vouchers
Wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing Wednesdays and the Mental Health at Work Pledge
Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Workplace Pledge, Armed Forces Covenant, Ban the Box Employer, and secure prayer spaces
Annual paid volunteering day and charity initiatives
Cash incentives for Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year awards
£500 Recommend a friend scheme