About EAL

EAL offers regulated vocational qualifications in Building Services Engineering and Engineering and Manufacturing across recognised levels within the UK regulatory framework. Working closely with employers, further education providers and subject matter experts, EAL develops and delivers qualification frameworks that support progression into employment and further study.

Purpose of role

We are looking for an Associate Principal Moderator for Building Services Engineering T-Levels.

The Associate Principal Moderator is responsible for maintaining the standard, consistency and integrity of moderation activity across allocated T Level qualifications.

The role quality assures Associate Moderator performance through sampling, feedback, risk monitoring, SMART action planning and the review of moderation outcomes. It also supports assessment material development, annual moderation review activity, centre and provider guidance, reporting, and the recruitment, training and continuing professional development of Moderators.

The Associate Principal Moderator is a self-employed role, working on behalf of EAL in the delivery of its assessments across the UK. Delivery may take place remotely via Microsoft Teams or through face-to-face visits. This role falls under IR35 legislation.

Functional responsibilities

Key responsibilities of the Associate Principal Moderator

• Provide technical oversight and ensure the consistent interpretation of standards.
• Lead moderation standardisation activities and quality assure the work of Moderators.
• Sample Moderator activity and provide clear, constructive feedback to support consistency and improvement.
• Record Moderator risk and sampling outcomes, agreeing SMART action plans where required.
• Support the escalation of significant issues.
• Contribute to the evaluation and development of assessment materials by providing effective support and subject matter insight to EAL Product teams.
• Support the recruitment, selection, training and ongoing professional development of Moderators.
• Conduct annual moderation review activities, identifying trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Carry out moderation activities with centres and providers, including visits, reporting and guidance where required.
• Produce summary and detailed moderation reports for relevant stakeholders.
• Securely collect, review, handle and present confidential data provided by EAL's partner, WJEC, ensuring information is shared only where required and in line with agreed confidentiality and data handling requirements.
• Attend and provide technical leadership at Awarding Meetings.
• Support post-results services activity.
• Act as the key link between operational management and Associate Moderators, ensuring consistent communication and that Moderators receive the guidance and support required to meet agreed expectations.

Essential skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain positive, effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple activities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively as they arise.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Relevant experience within the associated qualification area.
• Experience contributing to the development or review of assessment materials for relevant technical qualifications.
• Current and relevant occupational experience within the relevant T Level occupational specialism area, with a thorough understanding of current industry practices, technologies, regulatory requirements and employer expectations.
• Relevant Building Services Engineering qualification at Level 3 NVQ or equivalent as a minimum.
• Experience coordinating or leading standardisation activities for assessor or marker teams.
• Experience developing and delivering training events.

Desirable skills, qualifications and experience

• Experience as a tutor or marker for the associated qualification.
• Strong data analysis skills, including the ability to collect, review and present confidential partner data accurately and securely.
• Relevant EQA, IQA, Assessor D/A/V or TAQA qualifications and/or units.
• Experience developing and delivering quality management activities.

Apply now

To register your interest with the team, please email your CV and supporting documents to [email protected]