Job Description

Job Title:

Freelance Assessor - Early Years, Leadership/Management & Additional Sectors

Organisation:

Azalea Academy

Location:

Hybrid / Remote (with occasional in-person attendance for key events)

Start Date:

Immediate preferred (notice period considered)

Contract Type:

Freelance

Pay Rate:

Competitive - discussed during interview based on experience and learner capacity

Contact:

admin@azalea-academy.co.uk | 020 3195 3878

Website:

www.azalea-academy.co.uk

Reference ID:

AZA-ASS-FL2025

About Azalea Academy

Azalea Academy is a mission-led training provider dedicated to transforming lives through education, professional development, and inclusive career support. We deliver accredited qualifications, workshops, and mentoring for learners from diverse and often disadvantaged backgrounds--helping them achieve personal growth and long-term employability.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a

Freelance Assessor

with proven experience delivering and assessing:

Early Years Education (Levels 2 & 3)

Early Leadership & Management (Level 5)

Additional qualifications in

Business Administration (Level 3), Business Management

,

Health and Social Care

, or other vocational sectors will be considered a significant bonus.

The successful candidate will deliver and assess qualifications for our

self-funded learners

, many of whom are supported by our in-house recruitment team and placed into full-time, part-time, or volunteering roles. Learners still seeking placements are actively supported to secure opportunities.

This flexible, hybrid role allows for remote delivery, but assessors are required to attend

important in-person events

, such as graduation ceremonies, workshops, or internal training sessions--with plenty of notice provided in advance.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver, assess, and support learners undertaking:

Early Years Level 2 & 3

Leadership & Management Level 5

(Optional:

Business Administration Level 3

,

Health and Social Care

, etc.) Plan and deliver engaging, compliant training aligned with awarding body criteria. Conduct learner assessments, observations, and progress reviews--both remotely and in person.

Apply for learner certificates upon full completion and sign-off

, in accordance with internal processes and awarding body procedures. Maintain accurate records, learner portfolios, progress logs, and ILPs. Support learners in employment, volunteering, or transitioning into work placements. Attend essential company events, meetings, and team sessions (advance notice provided). Participate in standardisation, internal quality assurance, and learner progress meetings. Provide timely and constructive feedback to guide learners through their journey.

Essential Criteria

Assessor Qualification:

A1

,

D32/33

,

CAVA

, or

TAQA

Experience delivering and assessing

Early Years

(Levels 2 & 3) and

Leadership & Management

(Level 5)

Demonstrated experience in applying for and processing learner certification upon completion

Understanding of awarding body standards, certification processes, and regulatory compliance Strong administrative skills with attention to detail and learner documentation Comfortable working independently and managing a flexible learner caseload Good working knowledge of digital platforms for e-learning, video delivery, and e-portfolio systems

Desirable (Bonus) Experience

Teaching Qualification (e.g. PTLLS, AET, or equivalent) Experience delivering other qualifications (

e.g. Early Years,

Business Admin

,

Health & Social Care

) Experience supporting a range of learners including those from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds Familiarity with systems like Laser Learning, OneFile, Smart Assessor, or WIX-based CRMs

Working Pattern

Freelance basis - learner volumes and schedules are flexible and discussed at interview Remote delivery with

hybrid attendance

for key Azalea events and internal development Immediate start preferred (but we're happy to wait for the right person with notice period)

Why Join Azalea Academy?

Work with a values-led organisation dedicated to real social impact Flexible freelance structure with autonomy over your learner caseload Be part of a passionate, supportive team that values your ideas and expertise Gain access to in-house CPD, mentoring, and collaborative opportunities Help change lives by supporting learners through to employment and qualification success

How to Apply

Please email your CV and a short cover letter (or LinkedIn profile) to

admin@azalea-academy.co.uk

Use subject line:

"Freelance Assessor Application - [Your Name]"

Informal enquiries welcome via

020 3195 3878

, Whatsapp:

07516128217

, live chat on website:

www.azalea-academy.co.uk,

instagram DM:

azalea.academy (Give us a follow please) or

Youtube:

Azaleaacademyuk

We look forward to working with dedicated professionals who are passionate about quality education, learner support, and meaningful transformation.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Freelance

Pay: 12.21-20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 30 per week

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Commission pay Loyalty bonus Performance bonus Quarterly bonus Signing bonus Yearly bonus
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Monday to Friday No weekends Overtime Weekend availability
Application question(s):

Are you qualified with an A1, CAVA or TAQA as this is the minimum requirement for the role to be considered? Have you delivered training or assessing in any field, if yes please state? Our learners are self-funded and thus tend to finish course asap, do you have a preferred number of cohort for your caseload? Have you read the job description and role requirement thoroughly and visited our website and social media platforms to have a better overview of Azalea Academy?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC1V 2NX

Reference ID: AZA-ASS-FL2025