Part-time Assessor in Hairdressing
Fixed-term post, working 7 hours per week | Salary: up to £29,587 per annum (pro rata)
Location: Derwentside College, Consett, DH8 5EE
Closing Date: Sunday 27 September 2026
Why Derwentside College?
Derwentside College is one of the top performing colleges in the region for its learner and employer satisfaction. We are an ambitious organisation and as a large provider of apprenticeships we are leading the way in delivering a range of outstanding services to learners and employers.
Following a significant investment and refurbishment of the salon, The Retreat opened in September 2022 and provides Hair and Beauty Students with access to the latest state of the art facilities.
At Derwentside College we are committed to providing high-quality vocational education and fostering the next generation of skilled professionals. With a focus on hands-on learning, industry relevance, and a supportive community, we help our students achieve success in their chosen careers. We are seeking to appoint an Assessor who has the expertise and drive to match the expectations of our learners.
What will you do?
As an Assessor, you will play a vital role in shaping the next generation of skilled professionals. You’ll bring your passion for hairdressing into a dynamic and rewarding teaching environment where your industry expertise will directly influence learner success.
You will support the delivery of high-quality, engaging training within our on-site salon, supporting learners to deliver client sessions allowing them to connect theory to practice, building their confidence and competence.
In order to be successful in this role, you will have in-depth industry experience, along with a recognised level 2 Hairdressing qualification and ideally a minimum of a level 2 qualification in maths and English. You will either have or be willing to work towards the TAQA Assessor Qualification. Experience of supporting teaching and learning in a salon environment or workplace would be an advantage.
What’s in it for you?
- 36 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (pro rata)
- Christmas closure days
- Automatic entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Annual staff wellbeing days
- Continuous professional development
- Free on-site parking
This is a fixed-term post, working 7 hours per week (to be worked in College 8.30am – 2pm on a Friday, with the remaining 1.5 hours for planning to be worked flexibly) until 30th June 2027, the starting salary will depend upon an individual’s level of experience.
If you would like to discuss the post in more detail, please contact Nicola Scheel – Curriculum Leader via Nicola.Scheel@derwentside.ac.uk.
The College is positively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults who attend its education and training provision. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The person appointed will be required to obtain a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.
As an equal opportunities employer, the College welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. If you require support with your application or any other part of the recruitment process please contact us on 01207 585900 or email hr@derwentside.ac.uk
Closing date for applications – Sunday, 27th September 2026
This job advert may close as soon as sufficient suitable applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible. No Agencies.
Please return completed application forms to hr@derwentside.ac.uk
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