Company
City & Guilds - Associate Recruitment
Location
Manchester
Job type
Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn
Job description
We are currently recruiting for suitable, qualified individuals to become Lead Independent End-point Assessors (LIEPAs).
For more information please see the Role profile & Person specification
Our LIEPAs
• Monitor and support an allocated team of Independent End-point Assessors
• Provide advice and guidance to the Associate Management Team, Product Team, Qualification Assessment & Development Team and the End-point Assessment Team
• Assess and document apprentices’ competence against Apprenticeship Standards.
This role is a great opportunity to use your industry expertise, work alongside your current job, build additional income with competitive daily rates, and continue to expand your own skills and development.
To view the LIEPA person specifications and guidance on completing your application, please visit our careers website https://careers.cityandguildsgroup.com/associate-vacancies/independent-end-point-assessors/
To Be Considered For This Role You Must
• Hold both Assessor & IQA Qualifications
• Hold a relevant Plumbing Qualification
• Be able to evidence relevant and up to date CPD, which is related directly to the standard & industry
• Applicants must also meet the criteria set out in the person specification
If you would like to apply for the role please complete the online application, mapping your application to show where you meet the requirements set out.
Applications that do not clearly show this are unlikely to move onto the next stage of our recruitment process.
It is also important that you submit a detailed CPD log with your application that demonstrates how you have maintained competency in the industry, not just generic CPD training.
Following a successful review and vetting of your application, you will be invited to an interview for the Lead Independent End-point Assessor (LIEPA) role.
Please note LIEPAs are contracted on an annual basis and are not directly employed by the City & Guilds Group.
We look forward to receiving your application for this exciting role with City & Guilds.
Our Commitment
We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. We work hard to be inclusive in our approach to recruitment and associate opportunities, whilst still ensuring we meet our regulatory requirements.
We strongly encourage and welcome applications from diverse and underrepresented communities.
For more information please see the Role profile & Person specification
Our LIEPAs
• Monitor and support an allocated team of Independent End-point Assessors
• Provide advice and guidance to the Associate Management Team, Product Team, Qualification Assessment & Development Team and the End-point Assessment Team
• Assess and document apprentices’ competence against Apprenticeship Standards.
This role is a great opportunity to use your industry expertise, work alongside your current job, build additional income with competitive daily rates, and continue to expand your own skills and development.
To view the LIEPA person specifications and guidance on completing your application, please visit our careers website https://careers.cityandguildsgroup.com/associate-vacancies/independent-end-point-assessors/
To Be Considered For This Role You Must
• Hold both Assessor & IQA Qualifications
• Hold a relevant Plumbing Qualification
• Be able to evidence relevant and up to date CPD, which is related directly to the standard & industry
• Applicants must also meet the criteria set out in the person specification
If you would like to apply for the role please complete the online application, mapping your application to show where you meet the requirements set out.
Applications that do not clearly show this are unlikely to move onto the next stage of our recruitment process.
It is also important that you submit a detailed CPD log with your application that demonstrates how you have maintained competency in the industry, not just generic CPD training.
Following a successful review and vetting of your application, you will be invited to an interview for the Lead Independent End-point Assessor (LIEPA) role.
Please note LIEPAs are contracted on an annual basis and are not directly employed by the City & Guilds Group.
We look forward to receiving your application for this exciting role with City & Guilds.
Our Commitment
We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. We work hard to be inclusive in our approach to recruitment and associate opportunities, whilst still ensuring we meet our regulatory requirements.
We strongly encourage and welcome applications from diverse and underrepresented communities.
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What is the National Living Wage for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for welders aged 21 and over is £12.50 per hour as of April 2026 according to the latest rate update. Welders working overtime must receive 1.5 times this rate for hours beyond 40 per week. Employers in construction must also pay the Construction Industry Scheme deductions on top of this base rate.
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What visa and sponsorship salary threshold applies to overseas welders seeking work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Overseas welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed UK employer with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211, whichever is higher, as of 2026. The visa lasts up to 5 years and requires a Certificate of Sponsorship issued no earlier than 3 months before application. Dependants are permitted only if the main applicant meets the £38,700 threshold.
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What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold at least an NVQ Level 3 in Welding or equivalent plus 2 years of verifiable experience in coded welding processes such as MIG, TIG or MMA. Employers in regulated sectors require current CSWIP or ASME certification valid for the specific material and position. No formal degree is mandated but apprenticeships must be completed through an approved provider registered with the Education and Skills Funding Agency.
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Which documents are needed when applying for welder positions through the UK government apprenticeship or job schemes in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, National Insurance number, proof of NVQ Level 3 or CSWIP certificate, and a completed application via the Find a Job service by 31 March 2026 for the April intake. Right to work evidence and a Disclosure and Barring Service check dated within the last 12 months are mandatory for construction sites. All documents must be uploaded in PDF format under 5MB each.
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