Early Years Assessor


Company:	NCG
Salary:	£27,339 to £29,536 a year
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7SA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

Early Years Assessor

Summary of main purpose of role:

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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