Assessor/ Trainer Civil Engineering

Job Title: Civil Engineering Assessor/Trainer

📍 Location: Cambridgeshire (field-based)
💰 Salary: Up to £34,500 per annum
🕒 Contract: Full-time, Permanent

The Role:

We’re looking for a Civil Engineering Assessor/Trainer to support apprentices in the workplace as they work towards Level 3 and 4 qualifications. This is a field-based role focused purely on assessment and coaching – no classroom teaching involved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct workplace assessments and reviews for civil engineering apprentices.

• Support learners with portfolios, evidence gathering, and EPA preparation.

• Monitor and record progress using digital systems.

• Liaise with employers to ensure effective on-the-job training.

Requirements:

• Industry experience in civil engineering (e.g. highways, drainage, site work).

• Relevant qualification (HNC/HND/BTEC Level 3+ in Civil Engineering).

• Assessor qualification (A1, TAQA), or willingness to achieve.

• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

Benefits:

• Salary up to £34,500

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (23.8% employer contribution)

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Mileage and expenses paid

• Ongoing training and CPD

If you are interested please reach out .

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