Dovetail & Slate
Early Years Assessor
Early Years Assessor at Dovetail & Slate, based in West London, South East England, paying £28,000 - £35,000 per annum. This is a apprenticeship role.
- Pay
- £28,000 - £35,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Apprenticeship · On site
- Location
- West London, South East England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Nursery Practitioner
- DBS check
About 13% above the going rate for nursery practitioner
Reference 57383026
About the role
Early Years Assessor
Location: West London
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 (Actual salary based on working hours)
Contract: Full-time, Term-time only (36 hours per week, 39 weeks per year)
Closing Date: Monday 5th October
About the Role
A further education provider in West London is seeking a dedicated Early Years Assessor to join its experienced vocational team. In this role, you will assess learners, including apprentices, to evaluate their occupational competencies across both the workplace and college environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess learners studying NCFE CACHE qualifications (Levels 1 and 2) and T Level Early Years Educator courses (including the Assisted Teaching Pathway).
Conduct regular progress reviews and effectively track individual learner achievement.
Build and maintain strong relationships with local employers to secure quality placement opportunities.
Travel to employer premises across West London and surrounding areas to support workplace assessments.
Requirements:
Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 NVQ/VRQ in Early Years or as a Teaching Assistant (a relevant degree is highly desirable).
Assessor Qualification: Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA), TAQA, A1, or equivalent.
Experience: Proven experience assessing in Early Years, alongside recent practical work experience spanning both early years education and care.
Skills: Strong organisational, administrative, and IT capabilities.
Mobility: Valid driving licence and access to personal transport for travel between employer sites.
Benefits:
Local Government Pension Scheme
Generous holiday entitlement
Staff wellness and employee benefits platform
On-site free parking
Clear opportunities for continuous professional development in an inclusive work environment
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this post.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy.
Because education matters.
Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.
Reference: 57383026 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 4 Nov 2026 · Listed via Dovetail & Slate
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