Automotive Technical Assessor

We are looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Automotive Technical Assessor to cover the Edinburgh area with occasional travel to Dumfries and Aberdeen.

Why choose us?

In return for your skills, you will receive one of the best employee benefits packages in the automotive industry which includes:

• 33 days' annual leave
• Private healthcare
• Generous discounts on vehicle purchases, services, parts, rentals, insurance and more
• Workplace pension
• Extensive training opportunities
• Simplyhealth - all employees have access to a GP 24/7 and can claim money back on medical and dental treatments

Hours

Full time: Monday - Friday 8am - 4.30pm

About the role

As an assessor for GTG Training, Arnold Clark's training division, you will visit Level 3 apprentices at their place of work to carry out reviews and assessments.

The successful candidate will have a high level of occupational competency and hold an industry-recognised qualification in Automotive Maintenance and Repair.

You will also be a skilled communicator, able to nurture and support apprentices and inspire them to achieve successful careers in the automotive industry.

Day-to-day duties

• Carrying out competency-based reviews and assessments at apprentices' workplaces, ensuring progression of their Level 3 qualification
• Measuring student progress against industry and awarding body standards
• Providing supported learning and guidance to apprentices and their employers, where required
• Travelling to various workplaces across the area
• Assisting apprentices in building an evidence portfolio from their workplace tasks
• Completing Skills Development Scotland (SDS) documentation within the set timescales
• Completing awarding body targets within set timeframes

Essential requirements

• An industry-recognised qualification in Automotive Maintenance and Repair Level 3 Light/Heavy Vehicle or equivalent
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage honestly and effectively with young adults
• Ability to work independently and achieve deadlines
• A high level of accuracy and ability to multi-task
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• A full UK driving licence

Nice to have (but not essential)

• Previous assessing and training experience would be advantageous

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do - diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.