Early Years/ Childcare Assessor

Are you passionate about supporting the next generation of Early Years professionals to develop their skills, knowledge and confidence?

East Sussex College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced WBL Early Years Assessor to join our team on a temporary basis, providing cover for a period of long-term sickness.

The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and assessing learners undertaking work-based learning programmes within the Childcare and Early Years sector. You will work closely with learners, employers and colleagues to ensure learners receive high-quality support and make successful progress towards their apprenticeship and achieve their End Point Assessment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced assessor with a strong understanding of work-based learning and the Early Years sector.

This exciting role will include

• Assessing and supporting learners working towards their Early Years qualifications.
• Planning and carrying out effective assessments in the workplace and/or college environment.
• Providing constructive feedback and guidance to help learners achieve their qualification requirements.
• Monitoring learner progress and identifying and addressing any barriers to achievement.
• Maintaining accurate learner records, assessment documentation and evidence.
• Working collaboratively with employers and workplace supervisors to support learner development.
• Supporting learners to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours within the workplace.
• Ensuring assessment practices meet awarding organisation and college requirements.
• Following safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety, and other college policies at all times.
• Participating in standardisation, quality assurance and team meetings as required.

If you can demonstrate the following, then we’d love to hear from you:

• A Level 3 qualification or above in Early Years.
• A recognised assessor qualification (TAQA, CAVA, A1/D32/D33 or equivalent), or a willingness to work towards one.
• Experience assessing learners in the workplace or within a training and development environment.
• A good understanding of apprenticeship and work-based learning requirements.
• Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently and effectively manage a learner caseload.
• A learner-focused approach with a passion for helping others achieve their potential.
• Strong IT and administrative skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding best practice.

• Closing date: Sunday 1st November 2026
• Interview Date: 5th November 2026

College location: Based Cross-college

Annual salary: Circa £19 per hour including holiday rate

(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)

Hours: Variable Sessional hours

In return, we can offer you

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.

To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email Sign in to view email . Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION

East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.

Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.

We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at Sign in to view email and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.

At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.