Janine Heath

Experienced Early Years Assessor and Educator with a strong background in childcare, education and SEND support. Proven ability to assess, support and guide learners across a wide range of educational settings and qualification levels. Adept at managing caseloads, maintaining quality assurance and working collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure high standards in teaching and learning. I have recently established my own freelance business delivering End-Point Assessment (EPA) in Early Years.

Moderator – (Flexible worker) Technical Award in Child Development and Care (Early Years) - NCFE

(2025-02)

• Contribute to the overall quality assurance process for vocational qualifications in the early years sector
• Maintain compliance with awarding body regulations and deadlines
• Provide constructive feedback to centres and support standardisation of grading practices
• Ensure consistency and accuracy in marking in line with NCFE CACHE assessment criteria
• Responsible for moderating assignments submitted by schools for the Technical Award in Child Development and Care

Lead T Level Assessor/IQA – Childcare and Education - Solihull College & University Centre

(2022-04)

• Lead assessor for the T Level technical course in Childcare and Education.
• Design assessment plans, conduct professional discussions, and prepare students for moderation.
• Supporting assessors, leading regular standardisation meetings.
• Ensure training and assessment processes meet IQA standards.
• Liaise with NCFE moderators to justify and grade student evidence.

Early Years Training Advisor/Assessor - BCTG Training Provider

(2021-11 - 2022-04)

Managed a caseload of 80 students on Early Years Practitioner and Educator programmes. Delivered teaching sessions via Microsoft Teams, conducted reviews, and marked assignments.

• Pre-enrolment and skills gap analysis
• Inductions and withdrawals
• Observations and end-point assessments
• Supporting learners through professional discussions and feedback

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) - St Alphege Junior School

(2016-11 - 2021-11)

• Supported children with SEND, including those on the autism spectrum.
• Assisted with EHCP reviews and promoted inclusion in mainstream classrooms.
• Worked closely with the SENCO and followed safeguarding procedures.

Early Years Assessor (Hourly paid) - Solihull College

(2012-01 - 2016-09)

• Assessed Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Children and Young People's Workforce.
• Conducted workplace observations and provided constructive feedback on portfolios and assignments.

Early Years/Health and Social Care Assessor - Joseph Chamberlain College

(2010-01 - 2010-12)

• Supported students in Early Years and Health & Social Care.
• Arranged placements and carried out regular reviews and assessments.

Early Years Assessor - Protocol National Agency

(2004-01 - 2009-09)

Delivered assessment services across a variety of early years settings.

Officer in Charge - Playdayz Nursery, Chadwick End

(2002-01 - 2004-09)

• Managed daily operations of a 26-place nursery.
• Supervised staff and ensured a safe, stimulating environment.
• Liaised with Ofsted and external agencies.

Children's Representative (Crete and Majorca) - JMC Holidays, London - London

(1999-03 - 2001-11)

• Organised activities for children aged 3 months to 16 years.
• Conducted airport transfers and welcome meetings.
• Led children's excursions and provided holiday support.

Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (IQA) (2024-08)

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties - NCFE (2023-03)

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People's Mental Health - NCFE (2020-07)

Level 2 in Mental Health Awareness - NCFE (2013-07)

A1 Award in Assessing Candidates Using a Range of Methods (2005-12)

SEN Inclusion Awareness (2004-10)

D32/D33 Assessors Award (2004-08)

Level 3 NVQ in Management (2004-08)

NNEB National Diploma in Nursery Nursing (1998-09)