Apprenticeship Assessor

Location: Remote, with learner observations across the South

Hours: 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum + bonus

About Us

Paragon Skills is a Top 5 Training Provider, as rated by our apprentices, and recognised as one of the Times Top 100 Best Places to Work. We are passionate about supporting the Care and Education sectors through engaging, accessible, and transformative learning experiences.

As a Personal Tutor, you will support and inspire learners undertaking Adult Care and Senior Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeships up to Level 3. Through high-quality teaching, coaching, and workplace observations, you will help learners develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging teaching, coaching, and workplace learning activities.
• Support learners to achieve their Health & Social Care qualifications and apprenticeship milestones.
• Conduct progress reviews, workplace observations, and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop learning resources and facilitate workshops to enhance learner engagement.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with apprenticeship standards.
• Build strong relationships with learners and employers to deliver an outstanding experience.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Experience

• Strong occupational background in Health & Social Care, such as Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Team Leader, Senior Carer, or similar.
• Experience working in residential, domiciliary, supported living, or clinical care settings.
• Previous experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting colleagues and learners.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, person-centred care, and relevant care standards.

Skills & Knowledge

• Experience delivering blended learning, both online and face-to-face.
• Understanding of apprenticeship delivery, including KSBs and End-Point Assessment (EPA).
• Ability to support portfolio development, progress reviews, and learner achievement.
• Excellent communication and motivational skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (or equivalent).
• Assessor qualification (CAVA, TAQA, D32/D33, A1, or equivalent).
• Teaching qualification (AET, PTLLS, CertEd, PGCE) or relevant delivery experience.
• Full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel.

Benefits

In addition to our core benefits, we offer a range of optional Paragon Choices benefits, including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Up to 3 paid volunteering days per year
• Recognition and long-service awards
• Perkbox discounts, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
• 3% matched pension contribution
• Enhanced maternity leave (after 2 years' service)
• Income protection and life assurance
• £500 employee referral bonus
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible working with a 4pm finish on Fridays
• Employee Assistance Programme and dedicated People Team support
• Collaborative and supportive team culture

Why Join Paragon Skills?

Join an award-winning training provider where you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference to learners, employers, and the future of the Health & Social Care sector.