Childcare assessor jobs in United Kingdom

Early Years/Childcare Assessor (Trainee or Qualified). Meet Assessor KPI’s in terms of timely visits, reviews, learner progression, quality paperwork and general administration.

Training Co-ordinator - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home Job Title: Training Co-ordinator Location: East London (with travel to Eastbourne as required) About The Role: We are looking for a motivated and engaging Training Coordinator to support the delivery of high quality training across our residential children's homes. This role is key in ensuring our teams are equipped with the skills, knowledge and values required to support children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural and mental health needs. You will play an active role in embedding our therapeutic approach, supporting staff development and maintaining high standards of practice across all homes. Working closely with the Training Manager, you will support the delivery of the training strategy, assist with qualification pathways and contribute to quality assurance processes. This is a hands on role where you will deliver training, assess learners, support induction and work alongside operational teams to continuously improve practice. Key Responsibilities: As a Training Co-ordinator, you will: Deliver mandatory and bespoke training programmes across all homes Deliver training that is trauma informed, attachment aware and child centred Support the assessment of Level 3 Diplomas in Residential Childcare Assess staff competence and support ongoing professional development Maintain accurate training records and support audit and inspection readiness Support Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) processes and standardisation activities Work closely with the Training Manager to implement training plans and priorities Collaborate with managers to identify training needs across services Coach and mentor staff to support CPD and qualification progression Support induction and onboarding to ensure staff are prepared and confident Ensure all training aligns with Ofsted requirements and safeguarding standards Monitor training compliance, including refreshers and expiry tracking Escalate operational challenges or risks to the Training Manager as appropriate Embed SuperCare's culture, values and "Only Outstanding" principles across all training delivery About You: We are looking for a Learning & Development professional with a background in social care, you should have: Level 3 Award in Education & Training TAQA/A1 Assessor qualification Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Strong understanding of safeguarding, child development and trauma informed practice Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Working Together to Safeguard Children Experience designing and delivering blended learning programmes Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Ability to engage, motivate and develop staff teams Experience working within residential childcare or social care settings (desirable) Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) qualification (desirable) Working Pattern: Full time role with flexibility required: 09:00am - 17:00pm or 08:30am - 16:30pm Flexibility required to deliver evening or occasional weekend training sessions in line with operational needs Travel required across Eastbourne and London homes What We Offer: Competitive salary package Performance related bonus schemes Private healthcare 24/7 GP access Gym membership contribution Extensive training and CPD opportunities Fully funded Level 3 and Level 5 Qualifications Pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Wellbeing support Clear progression pathways Opportunity to support and shape training across a growing organisation Apply Today: If you are passionate about developing people, improving practice and making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. Safer Recruitment All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures. Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK

Permanent, Part Time (0.8) Please note that this post is funded for the 2026/27 academic year onwards so the successful candidate would not be expected to commence in post prior to August 2026. At Kingston College, we are seeking a Lecturer to teach across a range of levels from Level 1 through to Degree level, with a focus on the T Level in Early Years and Childcare. You will be responsible for the effective delivery and assessment of learners through practical sessions, online learning and work-based placements, while also supporting the development of their commercial awareness, employability and enterprise skills. You will ensure that all health and safety policies and placement requirements are adhered to at all times. This role combines teaching with personal tutoring across a range of programmes and will also include assessments in settings. T levels are predominantly exam based and therefore we seek an innovative practitioner to design engaging assignments with practical work placements that inspire learners. You will also contribute to internal verification processes and participate in external verification activities. With an industry background in Early Years and School Provisions (SEN experience is desirable)and a relevant degree or professional qualification, you will hold a teaching qualification (or be willing to work towards). You will bring energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for education and your subject area. An assessor qualification such as CAVA or TAQA is required, along with an awareness of academic quality standards. You will have excellent teaching skills and experience of delivering on higher education programmes, with the ability to support, motivate and empathise with learners while effectively monitoring their progress. Strong organisational and administrative skills are essential, together with good general IT skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email. The successful candidate will be eligible for any increase in salary as a consequence of the annual cost of living review that will be implemented in the new academic year. Closing date for the return of completed applications is 13th May 2026. The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 40 days, plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees physical and mental health. This leave is all in addition to Bank Holiday entitlement. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. The benefits package will be pro-rated for part time staff. South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK. The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of Londons largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students success at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve. TPBN1_UKTJ