Hospitality Assessor Commercial Development Lead

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At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities. As one of the region’s leading providers of education and skills training, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where staff can thrive.

Colchester Institute is seeking a Hospitality Assessor and Commercial Development Lead to support the growth and quality of our Hospitality and Salon Studies provision.

This is a hands‑on role combining apprenticeship assessment and coaching with commercial development
. You will support hospitality apprentices to achieve timely completion and End Point Assessment (EPA), while helping to grow our commercial offer, including the restaurant, salons and adult training provision.

Job Title:
Hospitality Assessor and Commercial Development Lead

Full time

• Assess and coach hospitality apprentices, supporting progress to Gateway and EPA
• Carry out observations, reviews and assessments using Smart Assessor
• Deliver coaching, feedback and action plans to support achievement
• Deliver and assess the BIIAB Personal Licence qualification and other short courses
• Promote and develop the college’s commercial hospitality and salon facilities
• Work with marketing and curriculum teams on promotional activity and events
• Build strong employer relationships to support apprenticeships and work placements
• Support quality assurance, compliance and continuous improvement
• Maintain up-to-date industry, apprenticeship and commercial knowledge

Line management responsibilities may apply, including staff support, performance management and budget oversight.

• Experience assessing or training apprentices in Hospitality Apprenticeship Standards.
• Awareness of Health & Safety, Food Safety, and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience in an educational or training environment.
• Experience promoting commercial or training activities

• Level 3 qualification in Catering, Hospitality, or equivalent vocational area (or a willingness to achieve in post).
• Assessor/Verifier Awards.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent.