Location: South West England (Covering Exeter, Taunton and surrounding areas)
Salary: £26,500 - £33,500 per annum
Qualified IQAs considered from £29,000+ plus car allowance
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Role Overview
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Residential Childcare Tutor / Assessor to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to learners working towards Residential Childcare qualifications up to Level 5.
This hybrid role combines remote delivery with face-to-face learner visits across the South West region, Exeter, Taunton and surrounding areas. As a Residential Childcare Tutor / Assessor, you will support learners throughout their qualification journey, helping them develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to succeed within the residential childcare sector.
You will manage a caseload of learners, providing personalised support from induction through to completion, ensuring a positive, engaging and compliant learning experience that drives achievement and progression.
We are also keen to hear from experienced Residential Childcare professionals, including Deputy Managers, Registered Managers and Senior Practitioners, who are looking to move into training and assessment. Full support can be provided to achieve the required assessor qualification, with salary reflecting experience and qualifications.
Key Responsibilities
Teaching, Learning & Assessment
Deliver engaging teaching, learning and assessment across Residential Childcare qualifications up to Level 5
Support learners through a personalised learning journey from enrolment to completion
Conduct initial assessments and develop Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
Deliver a blend of remote and face-to-face learning and assessment activity
Support learners to develop occupational competence and professional behaviours Learner Management & Progression
Manage and support a caseload of learners across the South West region
Conduct regular progress reviews and coaching sessions
Motivate learners to achieve timely progression and completion
Work closely with employers and managers to support learner development
Identify and address barriers to achievement Quality, Compliance & Administration
Maintain accurate learner records and e-portfolio documentation
Ensure delivery meets awarding body and funding requirements
Participate in quality assurance activities and standardisation meetings
Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion throughout delivery
Work towards achievement, retention and timely completion targets Partnership & Employer Engagement
Build positive relationships with employers and workplace managers
Provide guidance on qualification requirements and learner development
Support employers in creating effective workplace learning opportunities
Promote best practice within Residential Childcare settings
Essential Criteria
Level 3 qualification (or above) in Residential Childcare
Experience working within Residential Childcare settings
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Ability to manage a learner caseload effectively
Confident using Microsoft Teams and e-portfolio systems
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the South West region
Desirable Criteria
Teaching or assessing qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1, D32/D33 or equivalent)
Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification
Experience delivering or assessing Residential Childcare qualifications
Experience delivering apprenticeships or funded learning programmes
Experience working within blended or hybrid learning environments
Training & Development Opportunity
Experienced Residential Childcare professionals without assessor qualifications are encouraged to apply
Full support available to achieve the Level 3 CAVA qualification
Excellent opportunity for Deputy Managers, Registered Managers and Senior Practitioners looking to move into learning and development
Salary will reflect qualifications and previous delivery experience
Additional Information
Hybrid role combining remote delivery and learner visits
Travel required across Exeter, Taunton and surrounding areas
Learner visits typically conducted monthly, depending on caseload and geography
Role subject to appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks
How to Apply
For more information or to apply for the Residential Childcare Tutor / Assessor role, please contact:
Robert Rowe on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
Salary description
£31500.00 - £33500.00 per year