Thinking of a career as an Assessor or looking for promotion? Our career articles will help you achieve your goals.
Writing a CV is always a daunting task. It is your first opportunity to make the best impression on a prospective employer, so you want to get it right. One small mistake such as a spelling error, and your CV will just be thrown away. We are going to run through how to create a […]
After all that hard work, grit and determination you have put into becoming an NVQ Assessor, the exciting time has come and you start looking for a new job. However, you are soon deflated when you realise lots of job applications require you to have high levels of experience within the field. Fear not, we […]
So, you’ve completed your CAVA and enjoyed your celebrations! You’ve taken a step up and now you’re ready to get stuck into the real work. Now you’re a qualified Assessor! But where to begin? And what to do? You’re in the wonderful position of having lots of options. In this post, we’re going to take […]
Parenthood is a blessing, but it can make returning to work hard. Lots of parents want to enjoy time with their child and struggle to find a role that gives them the work-life balance they’re looking for that still pays the bills. So, is becoming a Qualified Assessor the answer? Quite possibly! And in this […]
As an assessor, you need to be open and receptive to feedback. Why? Because it’s a big part of the job! Throughout the assessment process, you’ll hear feedback from colleagues, students, and Internal Quality Assurers. And for you to succeed in your role, it’s vital you’re able to take that feedback on board. Feedback from […]
This post is not about who can become an NVQ Assessor, but rather who does become an NVQ Assessor. We find one of the most important insights surrounding assessor training is the reasons why people want to become assessors in the first place. Perhaps you’re on the fence about training to become an assessor. If […]
Ahh, retirement. Endless days of lounging seems heavenly… Or, it could sound like hell on earth. Some folks find themselves missing the pace of working life and the sense of satisfaction they get from a hard day at work. Others might find they don’t seem to have enough going on to fill their days. And, […]
What is TAQA? If you’ve ever looked into teaching, assessing, or quality assurance, you’ve probably come across the term TAQA. But what exactly does it mean? Is it a qualification? A course? Or something else? The answer is that TAQA isn’t a single course. It’s an umbrella term for a suite of qualifications that cover […]
At Brooks and Kirk, we offer more than just Assessor courses. We also offer Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) courses. The IQA course is a step up from the Assessor courses. So if you’re looking to take your Assessor career to the next level, you may wish to become an Internal Quality Assurer. What is the […]
At Brooks and Kirk, we have over 25 years of experience in running our own Training Provider. It’s quite possible that you’re considering running your own – which is great! Now, your initial thought may be ‘where do I begin with setting up a training company?’. If if it is, you’ve come to the right […]