Early Years Assessor
| Posting date: | 21 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £26,287 to £28,400 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 August 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE4 7SA |
| Company: | NCG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NCG0000625_1753098342 |
Summary
Early Years Assessor
ROLE DESCRIPTION
You will assess the performance of Early Years students in a variety of settings, including Nurseries and Primary Schools. You will give accurate, informed, developmental feedback to the students linked to the EYFS. You will work with both 16-18 and adult (inc. HE) students, liaise with Early Years Lecturers and report to the Early Years Lead Assessor. You will also support with other Curriculum duties, supporting students to progress within their industry placements, as well as some administrative duties.
Key Responsibilities:
Assessing student performance in different settings
Giving constructive feedback to students
Identifying the best possible placements for students and preparing the students for this work experience.
Maintaining positive relationships with external stakeholders
Communicating clearly with students and liaising with Lecturers/Curriculum Leader
What we're looking for
You'll need:
- A relevant subject specific qualification, Level 3 (or above) Early Years/Childcare/Education qualification including licence to practice.
- Level 2 English and Maths (e.g. GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent).
- TAQA or equivalent Assessing qualification is desirable.
- Substantial professional experience of working with children.
- Clear communication and strong organisational skills.
- A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and ongoing professional development.
Why work with us?
At NCG, we're more than a group of colleges - we're a community of educators and professionals working together to make a difference. We're proud to be rated 'Good' by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to high-quality teaching, learner support, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, our facilities, and our communities - and we're proud to offer a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:
- Generous Annual Leave
- Flexible Working
- Student Discount
- Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to Work
- Employee Assistance Programme
For more information, please see our website - Our Benefits
NCG VALUES
Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.
- Being both inclusive and diverse
- Trusting and respecting our communities
- Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
- Inspiring excellence and curiosity
For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website - Values and Strategy
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