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OPENING DOORS FOR QUALIFIED CLEANERS (Cleaning & Hygiene Today)

The demand for skilled individuals such as builders and plumbers has been widely reported, but if you thought it was just those working in the construction industry that were sought after, then think again.

Lots of people working in vocational jobs are equally as valuable and this includes experienced cleaners who could be boosting their income by working as part time NVQ Assessors on behalf of Further Education colleges across the country. With MRSA and other superbugs increasingly hitting the headlines, the Government is encouraging anyone working in the cleaning industry to complete training up to NVQ Level 2. This means that Further Education colleges across the country are experiencing a huge demand for these courses.

As such, qualified cleaners currently working in the industry could be boosting their wage packets by passing on their skills and knowledge. Assessors provide support and guidance to candidates in their own workplace and sometimes at college, observing them as they work towards their NVQs. Their assessment, observations and evidence enables learners to gain their qualifications and pursue a career in the industry. 

Protocol Assessors has the UK’s largest database of Assessors, and provides staff to more than 250 Further Education colleges across the country. Chief Executive, Philip Harrison, explained, “Assessors are vital to allow colleges to deliver the training programmes that the Government requires. The release of statistics on hospital cleanliness and reports into managing superbugs has put cleaning in the spotlight and it’s sure to continue to be a key issue.

“Therefore anyone with an existing assessing qualification - or who is willing to undertake one - is highly sought after and can be very well paid.”

Some full-time Assessors can earn up to £50,000, but there are a whole host of flexible, part-time opportunities on offer. By working in the day or during the evening, Assessing can fit around an existing job or home life to provide extra income when necessary.

Phil added, “As well as the satisfaction that comes from helping the next generation to progress, Assessing can also be an interesting next step for anyone looking to further their career.”

Assessors should have recent industry experience, patience, good communication and motivation skills and at least NVQ Level 2, which colleges may help you work towards before you start.

Tens of thousands of people in the UK are qualified as Assessors, often having acquired the qualification as part of another course, however many will never have utilised the skill, or the benefits that come with it.

Those without Assessing qualifications can sometimes study towards an A1 or A2 Assessor award while they start earning. These can be completed at your local college in around three months. You will receive coaching in planning and delivering training and workshops, observing, examining and questioning candidates, providing feedback and keeping all the relevant records.

For further information regarding the opportunities that exist for Assessors, please call 0115 911 1200 or log onto www.protocol-national.co.uk.